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Today's episode came directly from one of our Golf 101 students who asked a question we hear all the time:
"What do I actually need to play golf?"
And honestly, it's a great question.
Golf can feel overwhelming when you're getting started. Walk into a golf store and you'll see thousands of dollars worth of clubs, gadgets, apparel, technology, training aids, and accessories. It can make you feel like you need to buy everything before you can even step onto a golf course.
Here's the good news:
You don't.
In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what beginner golfers really need, what's nice to have, and what you can completely skip for now.
In This Episode:
⛳ Why beginners get overwhelmed when starting golf
⛳ The essential items every new golfer actually needs
⛳ The "nice-to-have" items that can make golf more enjoyable
⛳ Things beginners think they need—but really don't
⛳ What's currently in Donna and Brittney Boo's golf bags
⛳ How to save money and avoid unnecessary purchases
Whether you're brand new to the game or helping someone get started, this episode will help simplify the process and get you on the course faster with confidence.
If you know someone who is thinking about taking up golf, please send them this episode. It might save them a lot of money, a lot of confusion, and help them start golfing sooner.
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Have fun and Go Low!
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"What Do You Actually Need to Play Golf?" is an episode of Golf Party Live. Runtime 54 min. Published August 11, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.