3 Great Tips On Selecting And Using Golf Balls For Training

Golfers sometimes spend tons of money on their clubs, clothes, and other accessories, but forget that the balls need to be chosen carefully as well. It's not that a certain type or brand of ball will make you into a pro, but every once in awhile it could make the difference on a shot you could have made. Not every type of ball is correct for everyone, it depends on your game and level of skill - whether a seasoned pro or a newbie like me over at Where's My Caddie. But just exactly how do you decide?

There Are Hundreds Of Balls To Choose From

In the local Golf Pro Shop, you'll find a huge selection of balls that will send your head spinning in confusion. Fist off, the color of the ball you choose only makes a difference in how easy it is to see, especially after you hit it clear out of sight. The bright yellow balls are best in cloudy, misty or darker conditions.

There are balls made of one piece, two pieces, or three, each with its own advantages. The one-piece balls are best for driving ranges because they're tough, and can take more punishment for longer periods. They are also cheaper, and can be bought used by the bucket in some pro shops, for practice balls.

The two piece and tree piece balls will fly farther and straighter when playing a game, so that's what you should use on the course. They're more expensive to buy, but when it comes to winning a game, they could make a difference.

For the most part, once you've learned the game, how to swing, and actually hit the ball where you want it, the two-piece ball is for you. If you're still losing plenty of balls into the woods, rough, or wherever, stick to the once piece to save money and time searching.
The three-piece balls are more for the semi-pro players, or anyone hoping to be one, otherwise stick to the two piece because you're not likely to notice the difference.

One important point you should take away from the previous paragraph is about practice balls. If you go to the golf course, driving range or the pro shop and ask them for used balls by the bucket, you'll many times be able to buy hundreds of balls in all qualities real cheap. This is a huge advantage for any player learning the game because they can hit as many as they want for a very small price. The more you're able to hit, the better you'll be in any sport.