What really happens with my initiation fee?

Joining a private club in this frothy time of ever-growing waiting lists and initiation fees is not for those who waffle. You need to show your commitment. Reinforce your commitment. Even if you get on that waiting list, you might be at the whim of a membership committee that raises the initiation fee again and Read more…

Golf’s gateway drug has a name: ‘shot euphoria’

The worst question you could ask a golfer when hoping to have a short conversation is, “How did you play?” The answer is always more information than you need, and it tends to feature two consistent elements: 1. It could have been better. 2. But there was this one shot. There is always at least Read more…

I have golf depression, and I’m not handling it well

Last summer, on a magical day at a course here in Durham, NC, I shot a personal best 74 and ascended to the heavens on a white cloud, surrounded a choir of glowing angels. It may sound strange, but if you play golf, you know exactly what I mean. I was truly happy. I had Read more…

2026 Tour Championship tee times, TV coverage, viewer’s guide

Well, here we go: $40 million is up for grabs this week’s Tour Championship at East Lake. So is the FedEx Cup title and all of the bragging rights that come with it. Scottie Scheffler will tee off for the fifth straight year ranked No. 1 in the FedEx Cup standings, but he’s only won Read more…