Time Out: Cheryl Ladd

The Charlie's Angels star and celebrity pro-am fixture is the author of Token Chick: A Woman's Guide to Golfing With The Boys.

What got you into golf?

One afternoon 20 years ago, my husband walked into our living room and said, "I'm Scottish, so I think we should play golf." I looked at him like he was from Mars, but we went out, and it hooked me like a drug.

Any tips?

Take lessons--I had to unlearn so many bad habits it was silly. And make your shoes look sensational with your outfit. When you think you look good, you play better--it's a chick thing. And be gracious in victory because men can be a little sensitive when you beat them.

You say golf is a great second date. Why?

Golf affords you the opportunity to see someone's character. Does he lose his temper? Does he use horrible language? Is he helpful? Is he too helpful? Does he cheat? You are your own referee on the golf course. Your character is on the line.