Did you know that it can take up to a thousand years for one golf ball to decompose?

2014 was an exciting year in the PGA (Don’t worry we caught the highlights if you missed anything). Now that it’s 2015, we’re looking into the future with our crystal balls, and here’s what we predict we’ll see this year. The luck o’ the Irish will be in Rory’s favor. Look for McIlroy rounding Amen Corner under par. After securing his first green jacket, he’ll keep on par to maintain his position as the number one money leader. Phil Mickelson, shaking off a shaky 2014, will reinvent himself this year through embracing alternative fashion. Look for him in skinny pants (no jeans—after all, we’re still talking about golf here) and an increasing number of visible tattoos. Will it bring Mickelson the U.S. Open Win he needs for a career Grand Slam? Last year might not have been the best for rookies, but get ready for the 2015 crop to come out swinging. We expect to see some great rounds from many of the newcomers, but our pick for Rookie of the Year is Justin Thomas. He’s had an impressive career so far, so don’t be surprised if he gives some of the more seasoned pros a run for their money. To attract new people to the sport, a smattering of golf courses will begin adding putt-putt-style obstacles to their holes to vary up the monotony of roughs and water. Look for large windmills, loop-the-loops, holey castles that send your ball into different areas of the green, and hippos with wide open mouths on putting greens near you. The most anticipated golf course opening of 2015 is Cabot Cliffs, a sequel to Cabot Links, in Nova Scotia. Set to open mid-summer, its par-3 16th hole, featuring a shot over the ocean, will soon become one of the most famous in North America. We predict a fan-frenzy, as golfers from around the world try to fit in a round before the greens are buried under a nice layer of snow thanks to the Canadian winter. Yoga will become the next craze, with a growing number of pros warming up through sun salutations at dawn and whispering “Namaste” after completing each hole, hands to heart center. The craze will set off an uptick in elite clubs throughout the United States offering yoga classes on the driving ranges prior to the start of play each morning, and a few smart coaches will make a mint selling how-to videos with yoga poses to improve your swing. You won’t be disappointed when you see the selection of loud-and-proud, make-you-miss-your-shot pants that John Daly will be wearing. Our crystals are a bit more subtle, but still eye-catching, if that’s your thing. Speaking of pants, Chris Wood will be packing at least one extra pair per tournament, to avoid another 4-pair round. Though a split may be worth it to repeat the bogey-free, 5-under-par round we saw at the 96th PGA Championship.

Practice makes perfect. While no one would argue that golf is a sport that takes a lot of practice, we know that sometimes it can be difficult to put in the hours needed to improve your game.

Got the post-holiday blahs? Cheer up, friends: You can forget about the winter blues for a bit when the 2015 PGA Tour heads to Hawaii for the Hyundai Tournament of Champions.

Some people make New Year’s resolutions—and some refuse. Whatever side of the fence you’re on, golfers can always look at the year ahead and put some thought around what they’d like their game to achieve.

Remember when Rory Mcllroy made two eagles in just three holes to beat Rickie Fowler in the third round of the Open at Royal Liverpool? We’ve seen some awesome shots this year (check out the top ten shots of 2014 by pga.com), but it’s time to say goodbye to the 2014 PGA Tour . The 99th season began last year on October 10th at the Frys.com Open in California and ended on September 28th at the Ryder Cup in Scotland. The season included forty-five official events and over 900 holes. Read on for the highlights from this season!

If you plan your vacations around golf, chances are you usually focus on which courses provide the best challenge or are most unique. But have you ever considered which clubs have the best clubhouses? These structures often set the tone for a club and help you feel miles away from everyday life thanks to their style and amenities. Check out our list of the top 10 clubhouses in America and you might just find the perfect spot for your next weekend getaway.

Imagine playing on a black-and-white golf course. How will you find your ball after you hit it down the fairway? If you’ve ever played golf in the dark or the snow, or even when rainclouds block the sunlight, you might have run into this problem. Thankfully, ninety-one years ago the Wilson Sporting Goods Company first colored in the lines of the golf ball.

The (golf) heroes of the world are about to be challenged. No, we’re not talking about the latest big-screen adaptation of a comic book. The Hero World Challenge Tournament will be held from December 3-7 at the Isleworth Golf and Country Club in Orlando, Florida.