Video - Swinging Through History: Fascinating Golf Facts!

Did you know that golf was once banned by King James II of Scotland in 1457 because he believed it distracted men from practicing archery? In the 16th century, golf balls were made of feathers wrapped in leather and stuffed into a horse or cowhide. The term "birdie" originated in 1903 when American golfer Ab Smith hit a bird with his tee shot and still managed to make par. The longest recorded drive in golf history was by Mike Austin in 1974, who hit a ball an incredible 515 yards. Talk about a hole-in-one! Let's tee off with these fascinating golf facts.