Cal’s Favorite Best Selling Golf Books

Just a brief summary of each today but I’ll be reviewing all and new ones on site, along with guests’ reviews

  1. “Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf” by Ben Hogan
    • A classic that covers the fundamentals of golf by one of the game’s greatest players.
  2. “Harvey Penick’s Little Red Book: Lessons and Teachings From a Lifetime in Golf” by Harvey Penick
    • Insights and lessons from a renowned golf instructor, offering valuable advice for players of all levels.
  3. “The Big Miss: My Years Coaching Tiger Woods” by Hank Haney
    • A revealing account by Tiger Woods’ former coach, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the golfer’s career.
  4. “Golf is Not a Game of Perfect” by Dr. Bob Rotella
    • Dr. Rotella, a sports psychologist, shares mental strategies to improve your golf game.
  5. “A Good Walk Spoiled: Days and Nights on the PGA Tour” by John Feinstein
    • An insider’s perspective on life on the PGA Tour, capturing the highs and lows of professional golf.
  6. “The Match: The Day the Game of Golf Changed Forever” by Mark Frost
    • Chronicles the famous match between Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson against amateurs Ken Venturi and Harvie Ward in 1956.
  7. “Zen Golf: Mastering the Mental Game” by Dr. Joseph Parent
    • Blending Eastern philosophy with golf psychology, this book focuses on the mental aspects of the game.
  8. “Every Shot Must Have a Purpose: How GOLF54 Can Make You a Better Player” by Pia Nilsson, Lynn Marriott, and Ron Sirak
    • A guide to improving your golf game by emphasizing the importance of purposeful practice.
  9. “Tommy’s Honor: The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf’s Founding Father and Son” by Kevin Cook
    • A historical account of the Morris family, instrumental in the early development of golf.
  10. “Paper Tiger: An Obsessed Golfer’s Quest to Play with the Pros” by Tom Coyne
    • Follow the author’s journey as he attempts to qualify for a professional golf tournament, providing insights into the challenges of reaching the pro level.