Why Bob Does Sports Makes Golf More Fun to Watch
What a YouTube golf crew can teach us about having more fun, playing better, and caring less about the scorecard.
YouTube is full of launch monitors and polished swing gurus—but what’s missing is authenticity.
The rise of Bob Does Sports has struck a chord with millions of golfers—not because of flawless swings or pro-level scoring, but because the crew plays the kind of golf most of us play.
They top drives, lip-out putts, and scramble for bogey like the rest of us. And that relatability is exactly why so many people are hooked.
But there’s more to learn from their style than just laughs.
Here’s why their success matters—and what it can teach you about enjoying your own game more.
1. You Don’t Have to Be Great to Love the Game
Let’s be real—most of us shoot somewhere between 80 and 100.
And that’s okay.
Watching guys who play at that level but still love every round reminds us that joy doesn’t come from scorecards—it comes from the experience.
You don’t need to be scratch to take golf seriously. But you also don’t need to take it so seriously that you forget to have fun.
Tip: Measure your rounds by how many laughs you had, not just your final score.
📍 Want more perspective? Read: Why No One Cares About Your Golf Score
2. Chemistry Matters More Than Competition
What makes the best rounds memorable isn’t always birdies—it’s banter.
The best golf content today (and the best rounds you’ll play) isn’t just about shotmaking. They’re about shared jokes, unexpected meltdowns, and inside stories.
The success of shows like BDS highlights the importance of group chemistry. Even the camera crew gets in on the fun, which mirrors how real rounds feel—everyone’s part of it.
Tip: Build a crew that keeps things light. Don’t be afraid to bring humor and storytelling into your game.
📍 Dealing with tough personalities? Read: Golf Etiquette: How to Handle Difficult Players
3. You Can Improve Without Obsessing
📍 Pro tip: Use a simple golf stat tracker notebook or shot tracking app to reflect on your game after each round. You’ll spot patterns (and wins) faster.
The beauty of relatable golf content is seeing slow, imperfect progress. Watching players who hit bad shots—and then come back and figure things out—mirrors how most of us learn.
Yes, they’ve played for years. And no, they’re not scratch. But they’re better than they were, and they’re still working at it.
Tip: Track your progress by your misses, not just your best shots. Is your bad shot getting better? That’s growth.
📍 For smarter improvement strategies, check out: Stop Three-Putting: Pro Secrets That Actually Work
4. Find the Right Balance Between Focus and Fun
Want to take pressure off your game? A fun side challenge like playing with colored golf balls or using a random club dice can lighten the mood and keep rounds playful.
Golf can easily become all about swing thoughts and score pressure. But the magic of casual, challenge-style content is that it loosens things up. It reminds us that this game is supposed to be enjoyable—even when it’s hard.
If you’ve hit a wall or lost motivation, watching light-hearted golf content can rekindle the spark. Sometimes what you need isn’t more drills—it’s more joy.
Tip: Set one serious goal per round—then let the rest go. Whether it’s "hit 7 fairways" or "no three-putts," keep it simple and keep it fun.
📍 Want to reconnect with the joy of the game? Try: The Mental Vacation Every Golfer Needs
5. Make Your Own Memories (Even If They’re Not on Camera)
📍 Bonus: These scorecard holders and personalized ball markers make great keepsakes—and look great in photos too.
You don’t need a production team. But taking a few photos, jotting down a fun moment in your notes app, or just telling the story again later adds depth to the round. The laughs, the blunders, the fluke birdie on 17—those are worth keeping.
Tip: Snap a quick pic of your foursome or the scorecard now and then. You’ll look back and smile more than you think.
📍 Speaking of moments, check out: Solo Hole-in-One? Here’s How to Celebrate Without Witnesses
And That’s It
You don’t need perfect golf or perfect conditions to enjoy this game. What matters is playing with people you like, laughing off the bad breaks, and creating stories you want to retell.
That’s the real lesson from shows like Bob Does Sports. Not how to hit it better. But how to enjoy it more.
If that’s your kind of golf, you’re in the right place. Join our friendly group of golf lovers at partalk.com—where every week we share down-to-earth golf tips, fun course stories, and ways to make the game more fun, no matter your handicap.
See you on the next tee. 🏌️
—Hakan
Founder, ParTalk.com | Instagram: @golfingphoto