Episode 22 is all about the golf rules that spark the biggest arguments, especially among amateurs. Corey shares what kicked this off, a viral video about divot relief, then walks through a list of the most debated rules in the game and why they feel so unfair or confusing in real rounds.

You’ll hear thoughts on leaving the flagstick in, accidentally moving your ball on the green, the infamous “divot in the fairway” rule, temporary water relief, and why out of bounds penalties feel so brutal for everyday golfers. Corey also digs into gray areas like provisional balls, asking for advice during a round, and the bigger question behind all of it: should amateurs always play exactly like the pros, or should friend groups agree on modified rules as long as they’re honest about their scores?

If you’ve ever argued about white stakes, divots, or what “counts” as your real score, this one will hit home.

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Episode 21 covers two big topics: a quick recap of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am (the first signature event and first non cut event of the season), plus the final installment of the rules series with a deep dive into rules on the green.

Corey breaks down what actually counts as “on the green,” what to do when you end up on the wrong green, how order of play works (and when it can become a penalty in competition), and the key mechanics of marking, moving, and replacing your ball correctly. He also covers common edge cases like puddles on the putting surface, accidentally moving the ball while marking, hitting another ball on the green, the 10 second rule for balls hanging on the lip, and when you must replay a stroke due to outside interference.

To close it out, Corey shares a Birdie Board content idea: recreating the “Reebok Invitational” YouTube golf tournament inside Birdie Board to show what that match could have looked like using the app.

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Out of bounds might be the simplest rule in golf, but it’s also one of the easiest ways for amateurs to throw away strokes.

In Episode 20, Corey breaks down everything you need to know about white stakes, what “out of bounds” actually means, and why it’s often smarter to miss toward a red-staked penalty area instead. He also explains exactly how provisional balls work, when you’re allowed to play one, and what to do when you find your original ball but it’s still basically impossible to hit.

To wrap up, Corey shares a quick winter practice update, including how practicing swing mechanics without a ball has helped him lock in better angles and tempo, plus a few Birdie Board updates and a request for early season feedback.

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