Don’t Even Think About Playing Without a Golf Glove

The entertainment world may have been confused when Michael Jackson started wearing one glove. But golfers probably didn’t give it a second thought. They have been wearing a single glove for a long time. Golf gloves are worn on the leading hand (or top hand). They help keep the club from slipping out of your hands. When purchasing a glove, make sure you get one that fits comfortably. Golf gloves should also be replaced as soon as they begin to wear, so don’t think you can buy one and use it forever.

Golf gloves serve a real purpose. They keep the club from slipping. Human skin is an amazing thing. But when it comes to holding a golf club without slipping, skin falls short. In fact, holding your club securely with sweaty palms is impossible. A golf glove is designed to put things right again. Rather than calling the glove an accessory, you should realize it is just as necessary as the club grips or the club face that hits the ball. Trying to perform a successful golf swing without a glove is a waste of time.

Choose a golf glove for maximum comfort and best fit. An uncomfortable glove will negatively impact your play. Remember, a round of golf lasts upwards of three hours. If your glove is too tight and uncomfortable, you won’t be able to play at your best. Your glove should not be too tight and it should allow for a full range of motion. Numbness in any part of your hand after play could be a signal that your glove doesn’t fit right.

Don’t play with a worn out golf glove, no matter how much you love it. Depending on how often you play golf, your glove may start to show wear. Go ahead and get a replacement right away. As the glove wears, its ability to stabilize the club will suffer. If it feels like your glove is wearing out too quickly, this may indicate that your grip is not quite right. Spend some time with the golf pro and see if there are adjustments needed in the way you hold the club.