The History of Golf

The origin of golf is unclear, however it is believed to have originated in Scotland in the 15th century. Back then, the game was called "gowf" and was played with a wooden ball and curved sticks. Over time, golf courses developed more and more to become what they are today, and the rules of the game following suit. The first professional golf tournament recorded, called the "Open Championship" occured in Scotland in the year 1860. For the United States of America, the United States Golf Associated was founded in 1894.