Golfer's Talk » Golf Etiquettes http://golferstalk.co.uk A golf blog providing golf updates, tips and information. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:14:44 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 Essential Golf Etiquettes http://golferstalk.co.uk/golf-tips/essential-golf-etiquettes/ http://golferstalk.co.uk/golf-tips/essential-golf-etiquettes/#comments Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:28:31 +0000 Mike http://golferstalk.co.uk/?p=170 No matter what the game is, adopting proper etiquettes is an essential part of it, and golf is no exception. The golfers must be aware of certain rules that they need to keep in mind while playing the game. These include manners which help in making the game safe for the players, keeping pace of the play and keeping the field of play (the golf course) in order.

Here are the ones which are most important:

  • When swinging your club (playing a stroke), make sure that all the others, including your opponent are at a safe distance. Likewise, you should stay at a safe distance too when he hits the ball.
  • If a player plays a wrong stroke that is mistakenly aimed at anyone, shout ‘Fore’ which is an internationally known word to warn players of an error in a stroke.
  • When playing a stroke, make sure that everyone, including the audience, is out of your stroke’s range.
  • Practice your swing in a safe spot, away from other players.
  • Follow the safety instructions listed in the golf cart.
  • Keep track of your emotions and never let them make you too childish things such as throwing your club.
  • Make proper preparations and make sure that you take your stroke immediately when your turn arrives.
  • Try your best to keep pace with the group ahead of you or behind you.
  • Don’t waste too much time in finding a lost ball. Incase you decide to follow the rule (five minutes are allotted to find the lost ball), make sure you tell the other group to play through.
  • Always take spare (or different sized) clubs with you so that time is not wasted in retrieving them from the cart.
  • Try your best to keep the golf cart out of the green patches and hazards.
  • Take care (or repair) the areas, including the green and bunkers, after you play your stroke.
  • Do not take a divot on while practicing swings.
  • Do not talk when the game is in progress, and especially when the other player is taking his stroke.
  • Keep your excitement level under control. Do not shout or yell under it.
  • Be extremely cautious with other player’s putting line. Do not cross it or walk through it as it can damage it.

    • These are some basic etiquette that you must keep in mind while playing. They help in making the game comfortable and more fun.

    ]]> http://golferstalk.co.uk/golf-tips/essential-golf-etiquettes/feed/ 1 Simple Golf Etiquettes to Avoid Slow Play http://golferstalk.co.uk/golf-tips/simple-golf-etiquettes-to-avoid-slow-play/ http://golferstalk.co.uk/golf-tips/simple-golf-etiquettes-to-avoid-slow-play/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:39:49 +0000 Mike http://golferstalk.co.uk/?p=158 It can be frustrating for serious golf players when the game moves with a slow pace. And it can reflect in their game, causing it to suffer. In that case, those around him need to be acquainted with proper golf etiquettes. It is very important for the game because playing the game by the rules makes it more fun.

    Here are a few tips about how you can avoid slow play:

    • Choosing the appropriate set of tees for you is very important. Not doing so can add extra strokes in your play and delay the game unnecessarily.
    • Make sure that you do not walk across to your ball with the whole group. If you don’t, then there will be delay because of talking and chatting amongst each other.
    • Save time by dropping the first player (whose stroke it is next) to where his ball is, while riding a cart. While you drop the second one, the first one takes his shot. As a result, the second player is ready to take the stroke as soon as his turn comes.
    • While walking towards your ball, think about the shot you will play then only. This will save time and you will be ready to play your shot as soon as you arrive near the ball.
    • In case your ball is lost, keep a provisional ball at hand to avoid delay.
    • Do not delay your stroke because you are having a chat with another player. You can resume it after your shot.
    • When using a cart, take the necessary set of clubs with you so that you wont have to travel back to fetch them when needed.
    • After putting, exit the area as soon as you can so that there will be no delay for the other groups.
    • Change your clubs and mark your scorecard after reaching the next tee and not where you have taken your shot.
    • Park your cart away from the green to give other groups some space.
    • Don’t waste too much time in finding a lost ball. Incase you decide to follow the rule (five minutes are allotted to find the lost ball), make sure you tell the other group to play through
    • Concentrate on every shot that is played. It will help in case a player loses sight of his ball. You can direct him to it and save time.
    • Don’t let your pre-play routine delay the game. Plan it accordingly.
    • If your putt is short enough, take it straight away instead of wasting time in marking lag putts.
    • Leave your cell phone in your car.
    • Do not rush when you walk from one tee to another but do not slow down too much either.

    Paying heed to these simple golf etiquettes can be very helpful for the game.

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