What Golf Clubs Should a Beginner Start With?

The source provides a comprehensive guide to essential golf clubs for beginner players, explaining that proper equipment selection is crucial for learning and enjoying the sport. It first describes the three main club categories—woods, irons, and putters—and explains why beginners should focus on a simplified set of 8–10 clubs instead of the maximum allowed 14. The episode then details seven recommended club types—including the driver, 5-wood, a hybrid, mid-irons (6-9), pitching wedge, sand wedge, and a mallet putter—offering specific features like higher loft and cavity-back designs for maximum forgiveness. Finally, it offers practical advice on budgeting, shaft material (graphite), and the benefits of starter sets to help new golfers make informed purchasing decisions.