It had been a while since I last hit the course, but I finally made it back for a short 7-hole round at Redmond Ridge Golf Course. This was my first time swinging the clubs since injuring my right index finger, and let’s just say… it wasn’t my best scoring day.

But this round wasn’t really about the score—it was about getting back into the game, testing my recovery, and learning a few things along the way.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/-jfjMc1IpZ0

Getting Back After an Injury

If you’ve ever taken time off from golf—whether due to injury, weather, or life getting in the way—you know how it feels to step back onto the course after a break. Everything feels just a little off: the rhythm, the timing, and (unfortunately) the scorecard.

The Good, the Bad, and the Rusty

• The Good: I was able to play pain-free, which was my biggest concern.
• The Bad: My touch around the greens was nonexistent. Chipping and putting? Yikes.
• The Rusty: My swing felt disconnected at times, and I could tell my muscle memory needed some fine-tuning.

Lessons Learned

Beyond just shaking off the rust, I also learned a few things about filming and editing a golf video. I won’t lie—some of the shots were a little shaky, and the editing process showed me areas where I can improve for future content. But that’s part of the journey!

One big mistake? I completely forgot to hit record on my tee shot and putting on the 6th hole. So while I played 7 holes, only 6 made it into the video. Lesson learned: Check the camera before every shot!

What’s Next?

This round gave me a good baseline for where my game is post-injury. Now, it’s time to work on consistency, rebuild my short game, and dial in my iron play so I can get back to playing at my best.

Your Turn: How Long Have You Gone Without Playing?

If you’ve ever had to take time off from golf, you know how tough it is to return. I’d love to hear from you—what’s the longest break you’ve taken, and how did your first round back go?

Let me know your thoughts in the comments!