How to Win at Golf

  1. Training
    1. Mental prep
      1. Watch golf on TV religiously
      2. Get that computer game with Tiger whatsisname
      3. Rent "personal victory" subliminal tapes
    2. Equipment
      1. Make sure your putter has a pro autograph on it
      2. Pick up a bargain bag of tees-n-balls at Costco
    3. Diet
      1. Avoid junk food
        1. No hotdogs
      2. Drink wine and mixed drinks only, no beer
  2. Pre-game
    1. Dress
      1. Put on shorts, even if it's freezing
      2. Buy a new hat if you lost last time
    2. Location and Scheduling
      1. Select a course where your spouse or boss won't find you
      2. To save on fees, play where your buddy works
    3. Opponent
      1. Look for: overconfidence, inexperience
      2. Buy opponent as many pre-game drinks as possible
  3. On the Course
    1. Tee off first, then develop severe hayfever
    2. Drive cart over opponent's ball to degrade aerodynamics
    3. Say "fore" just before ball makes contact with opponnent
    4. Always replace divots when putting
    5. Water cooler holes are a good time to correct errors in ball placement