Saturday, October 10, 2009

Golf Etiquette: Newbie Rules

By Dan Easterling

You should never "push" the group that is ahead of you in the links. This is considered boorish behavior and not in the grand spirit of the game. You must wait your turn, no matter how badly you want to hit that ball!

It's never cool to "push" the group in front of you. If you are playing with others, wait for your turn to hit the ball; never hit at the same time as another player.

While you wait for your turn, go to your ball and determine what club you'll need and how you are going to hit it. This is called "ready golf" and keeps the game moving. Don't rush, just be ready.

Finding you ball is a good way to spend waiting time. Next determine the club you will need for the next shot. You will be following the rules while hopefully gaining an advantage for yourself, positioning the next shot for a good shot at the hole. This is called "ready golf."

When someone is "teeing off" or hitting the ball down the fairway: one must be behind them and quiet. No jingling change or noisily unwrapping candy. This signals that you are a "duffer," broadcasting your ignorance about the game.

As soon as you have completed a hole, replace the flag and leave the green so that the next players can play. Count your score and write it on the scorecard when you're back at your cart.

Golf has etiquette that makes play pleasant for everyone. The above rules are the first, most simple that one needs to know to be able to play golf. Enjoy, play, and get those scores down!

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