How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 8: 'The Brassie'
How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 8: 'The Brassie'

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How I Play Golf, by Bobby Jones No. 8: 'The Brassie'

1931
Movie
9 min
English

Bobby Jones teaches an angry old man how to use the Brassie, while simultaneously freeing his daughter from his oppressive clutches.

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Director: UnknownGenres: Documentary, Sport

Plot Summary

This short film is part of a series where golf legend Bobby Jones demonstrates specific techniques and strategies for playing golf. In this installment, 'The Brassie,' Jones focuses on the proper use and technique for hitting with a brassie, a type of golf club popular in the early 20th century.

Critical Reception

As a instructional sports short from 1931, formal critical reception is not widely documented. However, Bobby Jones was at the height of his fame, and these films were highly anticipated by golfers eager to learn from the best.

What Reviewers Say

  • Bobby Jones offers clear and concise instruction.

  • Demonstrates effective techniques for using the brassie.

  • Valuable for golfers seeking to improve their game.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific short film from 1931 is not available.

Fun Fact

Bobby Jones was the most dominant amateur golfer in history, winning the U.S. Open, British Open, U.S. Amateur, and British Amateur championships multiple times, often in the same year, before retiring from competitive golf at the age of 28.

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