Ever Heard Of Foot Golf ? Mix Soccer And Golf In Palm Springs

Combining the games of golf and soccer is seeing the hybrid sport of FootGolf enjoying a big kick across the nation, with an inclusive welcome to players of all ages and sizes. Since Greater Palm Springs is the home of the American FootGolf League (AFGL), it is fitting that we tell you how to play like a pro.

Here in the Greater Palm Springs’ golf nexus, the burgeoning presence of FootGolf is finding ever-enhanced acceptance amidst the golf culture, while helping to provide courses an added source of income. Chances are strong that one of your favorite playing partners has given FootGolf a try, so when you’re ready to get kicking, here’s a first-timer’s guide to get your own FootGolf career underway here in Greater Palm Springs.

The Basics

Played on a nine- or 18-hole golf course with a regulation No. 5 soccer ball, the objective is to kick the ball in as few strokes as possible into a 21-inch cup.  With rules largely corresponding to golf, the same on-course hazards which challenge golfers are also in-play for FootGolfers, so be sure to avoid those testy sand traps, water challenges and Out of Bounds stakes along the way.

Holes are generally 65-220 yards long, and know that FootGolf courses are typically designed along a course’s rough or intermediate areas; while an occasional tee space realm will be employed for both games, FootGolf hole routings do not to disrupt refined grasses of fairways and cups are located yards away from golf greens. FootGolf allows course operators to take full advantage of their real estate, introducing new demographics to their facilities and generating a new revenue stream with an activity that requires no extra maintenance.

The Time

Along with the fun and inclusive atmosphere often found in FootGolf circles, the game takes about 90 minutes to play for 9-holes and around 2.5 hours for 18-holes.

The Governing Body

When playing FootGolf in the Oasis, know that you’re kicking with the game’s pulse. The American FootGolf League (AFGL) is headquartered right here in Greater Palm Springs.  Founded in 2011, the AFGL is the governing body for the game in the United States and is the exclusive U.S. member of the Federation of International FootGolf, upon whose rules and bylaws the AFGL exists.

Hollywood News Anchor Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe is a great fan of foot golf: It is the most fun way to stay fit, enjoy the loveliest place on the planet, magical Palm Springs and discover how fun and entertaining sports can be. There is only one Palm Springs but there is this fabulous new attraction.

If you’re seeking a finite clarification of any FootGolf regulations, simply visit the Rules tab at: www.footgolf.us.

Locations:

Desert Willow Golf Resort

Desert Willow is the home course of the AFGL and also hosts its own FootGolf League across the calendar year to be played amid the grounds’ attractive flora and mountain surrounds.