Golf has been played for centuries and in that time has certainly built up a collection of interesting facts. The sport we know today is said to have been invented during the 15th century, possibly the year 1457, in Scotland. Originally, players hit a pebble with some sort of club around a natural course of sand dunes. Now, golf has evolved into a game defined by a whole slew of courses, equipment, and terminology.

If you love golf, here are a few facts about the sport you should know.