한국 남자골프에 대한 역사적 고찰

Abstract

This study was done in order to recognize the history of men golf of 40 years, by using the sources such as news papers, magazines, books, and was drawn to a conclusion. After the restoration of independence, the Korean society was being rebuilt by the sources from foreign forces and anticipates improving in deprived environments. In the 80s and 90s, the winning prize for newly formed golf tournaments increased, which it was the revival of Korean professional golf tournament. After the 21st century the traditional golf tournaments were rebounded and many new ones were formed, which their size and quality reached to a higher level. The Korean tour is in its puberty era that many players now actively play in both foreign countries and the mother land. Having demonstrated great capability in the world pro golf tournament, the Korean pro golfers not only enhanced national prestige but also upgraded the status of Korean male golfers to a higher level. In addition, they contributed in the development of golf in South Korea and increased South Korean citizens' level of interest in golf: they definitely provided an opportunity to popularize the sport. Thus, before golf becomes even more popular in South Korea, clear understanding of golf and creation of a social recognition with no prejudice about golf is the most important job given to everyone. Furthermore, while understanding the fact that golf is a useful sport that benefits both mental and physical health, one should apply the usefulness of golf in real life and contribute in the development.