Dropping Bombs at the Inaugural California Long Drive Championship

Long drive athletes from near and far competed in the first annual California Long Drive Championship at Haggin Oaks. Over the last few years, long drive has exploded in popularity all across the world. You might have seen someone practicing on the driving range or the World Long Drive Championship on the Golf Channel. Haggin… Continue reading →

10 Reasons the Express 9 at Bing Maloney is Sacramento’s Most Beginner-Friendly Course

Golfing the Express 9 at Bing Maloney is a fantastic choice for new golfers. Golf can be intimidating, especially for beginners. If you’re looking for a course to get started at, look no further than the Express 9 at Bing Maloney. With seven par-3s and two par-4s, it’s the perfect length and perfect challenge for… Continue reading →

Sacramento Golf Tips: How to Hit an Uphill Lie

Haggin Oaks Director of Golf Mike Woods shares how to hit when your ball is on a steep, uphill lie. Landing in a bunker is already a difficult situation to be in. But what do you do when your ball rests on an uphill lie, like the edge of a bunker? You can’t just hit… Continue reading →

Sacramento’s Rich Native American Golf Heritage

Native American Golf History in Sacramento: A Journey Through History and Tradition on the Fairways The Native American golf history in Sacramento, California is a rich and diverse one. The sport has been played in the region for centuries. To which Native Americans have played a significant role in its development. One of the earliest… Continue reading →

Sacramento Golf Tips: How to Hit Out of a Buried Lie

A buried lie is one of the most difficult shots in golf, but you can recover from it easier than you think. We all end up in the bunker from time to time. Sometimes it’s a simple chip onto the green, but sometimes you find that dreaded buried lie, when your ball is embedded in… Continue reading →

Sacramento Women’s Golf Club: Jean Hock Memorial Tournament

Halloween Fun with the Sacramento Women’s Golf Club to celebrate the memory of Jean Hock. Approximately 76 women joined the SWGC ( Sacramento Women’s Golf Club ) Wednesday Club for the “Jean Hock Memorial Guest Day” Tournament. Jean’s favorite holiday was Halloween so the ladies celebrate it in style (see photo attached). This group meets… Continue reading →

Sacramento Golf Tips: How to Curve Your Golf Ball

Haggin Oaks Director of Golf Mike Woods shares how to curve the golf ball. Picture this: you’re playing a par 4 and you’ve just hit a wonderful tee shot straight down the fairway. All you need to do is get it on the green and you have a good shot for birdie. You find your… Continue reading →

Sean Johnson Takes 2nd Place In the WLD Championship

Defying the Odds and Pushing Boundaries for Excellence: Sean Johnson’s Remarkable Drive Sean Johnson, from Sacramento, California, has left his mark on the World Long Drive Competitions. His journey in the recent World Long Drive Championship showcased his remarkable talent and determination. In the finals, Sean’s awe-inspiring performance saw him pitted against the formidable Kyle… Continue reading →

The Grind to Par Starts with Toptracer on the Haggin Oaks Driving Range

Local vlogger @thegrindtopar Arnold Aguilar practices with Toptracer on his journey to making par When the world shut down back in 2020, golf received a major surge in popularity. With most social activities closed, golf courses were one of the few places still open to socialize and exercise. Many people picked up a club because… Continue reading →