Glossary E

Eagle

Two strokes under par for a single hole. To play a hole at 2 under par.

Eclectic

An individual stroke play game comprising a defined number of rounds. At the end of the series each of the competitors records his best score of the series at each hole.

Eight-Iron

An iron club giving distance of between 115-150 yards. Also called a pitching niblick.

Equipment

Anything that is used by a player or is carried or worn. His ball in play is not included.

Explode

To hit the ball from sand using a steeply lofted club with the club hitting into the sand behind the ball and spraying a large amount of sand.

Explosion Shot

A shot that takes large quantities of sand out of a sand trap.

Extra Hole

As with extra innings, golfers play extra hole to break a tie.

Testimonials

"The proof of the pudding is in the eating and being fortunate enough to be able to play 18 holes the next day, I can truthfully say that it was the best round of golf I have played for several years. A rewarding experience and one well worth repeating."

Stuart Barber - Golf Today/Golfpro-online.com