Cool Ways Golfers Around the World are 'Playing' Golf in Quarantine
April 13, 2020 / by Ashleigh McLaughlin
The world no doubt looks differently than it did just a few short weeks ago, but despite the challenges so many of us are facing to stay connected to the sports we love, golfers across the globe have discovered some truly innovative ways to keep playing while practicing social distancing indoors.
Check out these creative ways players are showcasing their love for golf inside and in their backyards:
1.) #GolfAtHome
Participants of The First Tee are putting their DIY skills to the test by creating indoor mini-golf holes using household items in the #GolfAtHome challenge. Here's a look at some of the unique creations shared so far:
Share your own work of art on social media using the hashtag #GolfAtHome for a chance to be featured.
2.) 3-Point Chip-ins with Steph Curry
NBA player Steph Curry is spending some of his the time away from the basketball court working on his golf game.
He shared this video of a perfectly struck pitch shot which sent his golf ball flying off his door (i.e. backboard) and into a cup of water. Not too shabby!
Steph practicing all types of golf shots at home ?
(Via @StephenCurry30) pic.twitter.com/gpsLzKIp9F
— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) March 20, 2020
4.) "Ladder Drills" with Sarah Kemp
It goes without saying that Ladies European Tour player Sarah Kemp’s short game skills are pretty sharp:
SHORT GAME GOALS ?
Keeping sharp doing the #LadderChallenge ?
? via @kempgolf ??#StayAtHome #StayAtHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/nOUdaJEYo1
— Ladies European Tour (@LETgolf) March 29, 2020
5.) Girls Golf's Water Bottle Challenge
Inspired by former NFL running-back Reggie Bush's daughter, LPGA-USGA Girls Golf members are taking on the #WaterBottleChallenge, playing target practice in their backyard, garages and even down staircases.
"I hit the bottle, I hit the bottle!!!" ??????♀️
Anyone up for this #WaterBottleGolfChallenge at home? Thanks for sharing, @ReggieBush!
We challenge: @Lady_Kat_Golf @mholmesgolf @Chiphirst @KayKayGolf @scgajunior @USGA @LPGA @LPGAWomen pic.twitter.com/nfF8JJ6Se5
— LPGA*USGA Girls Golf (@LPGAGirlsGolf) March 19, 2020
Grab a water bottle and find a safe spot with your parent's permission, then give this challenge a try for yourself.
6.) Headcover Karaoke
Players on the Ladies European Tour are taking their love for golf to the next level. They're challenging each other to virtual karaoke with a bit of golf flair.
Player Ali Whitaker's rendition of the theme song from the Titanic movie is our pick for most creative:
.@AliWhitakerGolf has made our morning ?
This is brilliant ??
Ali has nominated @AmyWalshgolf @tiffjoh and @hollyreddick87 to step up ?
We all know how good Amy is, can’t wait for these ? #HeadcoverKaraokeChallenge pic.twitter.com/3jtYO7F7Le
— Ladies European Tour (@LETgolf) March 26, 2020
Are you coming up with creative ways of your own to keep your golf bug alive while practicing social distancing? Show them off by tagging us on social media at @yocgolf.