The Secret Sauce.
Welcome to the RGG Guide—where we’ve taken the time to figure out some of the most effective ways to build up the Rich Golf Guys vibe.
Now, look, we’re not saying there’s a one-size-fits-all approach to achieving a life of connection and social fulfillment, but after years of some very serious research, we found that the following guidelines definitely help make the experience better. Feel free to do your thing, but if you want to turn the good times up to 11, you might want to try a few of these out. You can thank us later—preferably with a cold drink after the 18th hole!
On Foursome Composition
The key to a proper Rich Golf Guys foursome? It's not about skill—it's about the perfect blend of personalities that make the round richer than any prize money ever could.
For those without a degree in interpersonal chemistry, here are the stereotypes you are looking for:
The Wild Card: Tee shots that end up on a neighboring fairway—or in a neighboring county. Keeps things unpredictable. Exercise caution: Stand at least 15 ft behind him on every shot. Listen for balls hitting roofs, Weber grills, fences. Will pull off a miracle shot every once in a while, bending the ball around a tree and stopping it on a dime 5 inches from the hole.
Father Time: Makes you feel like you’re in ‘The Legend of Bagger Vance’. Plays with equipment that’s as old (if not older) than he is. Talks a lot about buying new clubs/gear, but never will. Starts five sentences, but barely finishes one. Enjoys finding errant golf balls in the snake-infested deep rough.
Inspector Gadget: Has every golf gadget, gizmo, jigger, widget, and gimmick known to man. Can tell you how the dew point will impact ball flight at your 8:51 am tee time. Converts the golf cart into a sound studio with HD stereo and resonance bass. Will change his driver setup four times during the round, because he can. Shoots his best rounds when he forgets all his stuff at home. Never forgets all his stuff at home.
4. Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde: Brings the drama. Starts the round calm and composed, might even complement your swing. Melts down after his first double-bogey. Clubs fly, language gets colorful. Can’t get out of his head. It’s chaos - the kind you can’t stop laughing at. Everyone is secretly rooting for the meltdown to see how far it can go.
5. The Trash Talker: Claps after every shot, no matter how terrible, with a heartfelt “Great shot!”. Obvious master of sarcasm, acts as catalyst to the Dr. Jekyll —> Mr. Hyde transformation. Makes helpful comments like: “Your tee went further than the ball on that one”. Quick to record birdie putt attempts and bunker shots on video, knowing he will capture inevitable failure.
6. The Excuse Generator: The wind shifted. Grass too damp/fairway too soft. Had to wait too long for the group in front of us. Was experimenting with my draw/fade. This hole usually plays so much shorter/longer. Still recovering from injury. The entertainment value of their rationalizations alone is worth the price of the round.
7. The Zen Master: Never flustered, no matter how bad the round gets. Always ready with some philosophical line, like: “That’s about all you can do.” Or “It’s just great to be out here.” Or “Just roll the ball towards the hole.” Perfect foil for the Excuse Generator. Can make you feel really good about your game, can also trigger uncontrollable rage. Choice is yours.
What defines Wealth?
On the Course
Whatever group you have assembled, it is now time to fill the canvas that is the golf course with your brushstrokes. Time to let the Rich Golf Guys magic envelop you. Time to live by the code.
Tee it forward. Just… tee it forward.
One (!) practice swing max.
Fireball shot on the tee box of the first Par 3.
No smart golf unless it is absolutely necessary. Always go for it.
When hitting a house or roof, immediately debate the disadvantages of real estate ownership next to such a narrow fairway.
When hitting a shot into backyard BBQ party ask what’s for dinner and then politely play through. Spend a few minutes playing catch with the kids as a courtesy.
7. Nicknames are a MUST. Every player should have at least a few.
8. No music. Sorry.
9. Unless you’re the only Rich Golf Guy in a foursome with Tiger, Rory, and Scottie, leave the flag in.
10. When visiting Shanksburg, consult with a YouTube coach immediately after the round. If it works, praise your research. If it doesn’t, come down on YouTube.
11. Always discuss out-of-state golf trips you know you’ll never take.
12. Rich Golf Guys play in any weather.
13. Anyone interested in a Palm Springs or Scottsdale golf trip in January?
14. Balls found in a pond that were once thought to be offerings to the water gods, but are now reachable because the late season has lowered the water levels, are just as good as new balls, even if they are a little discolored from being embedded in the mud for several months.
15. The main use of a range finder is to measure the distance between the group and the beer cart.
16. Politely suggest to a Rich Golf Guy who is headed towards the wrong golf cart after a hole that it may be easier for him to use the other cart. The one that has his bag on it.
17. Name shots (“The Wilson Flop”). Name putters (“Pistolero”). Name obstacles (“The Gates of Galoosh”).
Remind yourself and each other why you’re here. Make every round an experience that scores high in laughs, antics, and connection. Make memories, not eagles (but if you get one, make sure you brag about it.)
