POLOKWANE – Avid golfer Mohula Chuma began her golf journey on her 40th birthday and encourages other women to take up the sport.
Mohula became the first woman to win the Review Golf Challenge last week and says golf is a dymanic sport that requires practice and patience.
“Practicing your swing on the driving range improves your game and you memorise the movement. When you get on the golf course you can play from memory and not think about a shot. If you think about the shot and play a bad shot, it can change your whole game,” she told the Polokwane Review.
Mohula said the best part of golfing is the life lessons that come with it.
“Have a target/goal that you can work towards and focus on that goal. Don’t fret over a messed hole because there are others you can play to improve your game. It’s just like life, it will offer you other opportunities,” she said.
Mohula believes that it is important to respect the next golfer. This, she said, includes remaining quiet during play and encouraging the next golfer by saying ‘well done’.
“It is important to observe others while playing. Keep the team in front of you in mind by waiting until they are away from the green and keep the team behind you in mind too by keeping the pace and not play too slow.”
Along with practice and patience, Mohula said punctuality is an important aspect of golf.
“Arrive early as being late will get you a penalty. Being punctual also allows you to mentally prepare yourself for the game.”
Her advice to new players and those wanting to start is to not try and complicate the game.
“Enjoy the game and experience it to the fullest. Try a beginners class first to see if you actually like the game,” she said.
