More matches are lost through carelessness at the beginning than any other cause.

Do not be tempted to invest in a sample of each golfing invention as soon as it makes its appearance. If you do, you will only complicate and spoil your game - and encumber your locker with useless rubbish.

If your opponent is playing several shots in vain attempts to extricate himself from a bunker, do not stand near him and audibly count his strokes. It would be justifiable homicide if he wound up his pitiable exhibition by applying his niblick to your head.

To play well you must feel tranquil and at peace. I have never been troubled by nerves in golf because I felt I had nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Don't praise your own good shots. Leave that function to your partner who, if a good sport, will not be slow in performing it.

There are only two types of player-those who keep their nerves under control and win championships, and those who do not.

Never concede the putt that beats you.