It’s already week six of school and homework is piling up for everyone. Despite the time students don’t have, it’s important to get out of the library and have some fun to avoid burning out. There are a lot of things to choose from in Moscow, but one activity at everyone’s fingertips is golf.
Many people believe that playing golf would not be fun, after all it’s the most boring sport to watch on TV, and I would agree with that. However, playing golf is an entirely different story. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon and it’s a lot more fun than it looks.
Students at the University of Idaho have an 18-hole course just waiting for them on campus. As far as golf goes, it’s about the cheapest course one could find, and it’s not a bad course to play. Students have easy access to it, and would do well to use it as Idaho is one of just a small percentage of schools that have an 18-hole course on campus. Anyone interested in trying golf would also do well to take the golf classes offered at the university.
One reason to give it a try is the inherent challenge of golf. It may look simple on TV, but when you are actually on the course, it’s tough. There have been times when I have thrown my clubs, or wanted to snap one in half. It can be very frustrating, but fun at the same time. There’s nothing like the thrill of making a long put, and there’s nothing like the agony of missing a short one. It’s all part of the game that challenges everyone who’s ever played it.
Golf also provides some outdoor exercise. One of my favorite things to do is walk a golf course. Golf courses are full of beautiful scenery, and provide some good exercise at the same time. Even if I’m having a terrible round, just being on a golf course relaxes me. It’s the perfect quick getaway.
Another good thing about golf is it’s only as serious as someone makes it. If someone wants an intense competitive game, that’s what they get. If they want an afternoon of relaxation and laughter, that’s what they get. It’s a sport that can be played leisurely or intensely. For me, it’s all about relaxation — partly because if I took it seriously I’d be depressed all the time — but also because it’s just something that gets me away from the books for a few hours and allows me to get outside and whack a ball around.
Golf is not boring, despite what one may think. Many people just haven’t given it a try, which is a shame because they’re missing out on a great sport. Any students, who want to take a break from the books, would do well to try a round of golf. It’s readily available to all students at Idaho. So grab a few good friends and give golf a try.