Golf is anything but a smoky bar and definitely where the boys are! It’s one sport that men and women can play together. The pace of the game allows for casual conversation and an ideal place to find out what your date is really like. Dating is tough at the best of times. So before you say yes to dinner and a movie, I suggest you ‘play around’ on the golf course, and see what it reveals.

• Keep your cool. We all know golf can be an extremely frustrating game at times. Try your best to put that aside and behave. There’s no better way to turn off a potential golf mate than blowing up in a fit of rage when you send your ball for a swim.
• Read the signals. A round with your guy can be very telling, so pay attention and observe how he handles himself. Chances are these traits will translate to your relationship. Does he swap out his Titlest for a ‘water ball’ when facing a hazard? Show a sense of humor when he goes into the sand. If your date takes a bunch of mulligans during the game, you have to wonder how many ‘mulligans’ he might take with you.
• Have Fun! Even if you sense things are not going to work out between you and your partner, enjoy the beauty of your surroundings and work on your game. That’s the bonus of a golf date in the first place. And if you hit it off, you’ve found a passion you can share for rounds to come.