Majority of the sports that we watch and play always involve a referee, an umpire or an official to facilitate the pace of the game. They make sure that the game is well-managed and smooth sailing. Everything is undoubtedly in order if they're organized. However, there are a few games that doesn't require much supervision - and will need a tremendous amount of integrity and discipline.
Golf is one of those games which does not need supervision of an official at all times, or for quite possibly the most part. This is the aspect of golf that novices and amateurs really should know about and obviously not capitalize on to the point that they will abuse it. Respect, discipline, and integrity- these three are involved in the gentleman's game of golf. Besides skills and techniques, golf is also a game which involves attitude. The "bad boy" image does not apply in this kind of sport. Sportmanship certainly is the moral fiber in golf.
There are just certain things that is included in terms of the attitude and manners when golfing. Other sports may have completely different guidelines, some just a few, or some have more. However, these are the main things to be placed in mind.
Safety is the main priority: Before you start swinging or when another player is swinging, make sure that you're at a safe distance from another player. Unless you want a golf club swordfight, keep a safe distance from another player when making a golf swing, like a practice swing or the actual swing. Yell "fore!" if you will be swinging near or at the direction of others to warn them of an incoming shot. Make sure to prevent losing grip of the club as well, to prevent injury. If terribly frustrated, don't take it out on the club. Don't do things like throwing or slamming it to the ground.
Don't interrupt the silence: You have to respect others particularly when it is their time to swing. Don't make pointless actions, noises or even talking to the other player. Cell phones are obviously a no-no, since the smallest noise can affect the shot. Can you imagine it was you who's getting sidetracked? Wait patiently for your turn to stroke or swing, and stop staying near to another golfer's ball, specifically on the putting green.
Keeping the ideal rate: Unless you're certain that it is only you who's playing in the course at that time (which is unlikely), you should not stay in a hole for a long time. Be ready to make the stroke or swing when you can to make way for other groups that are playing. To stop confusion, in some games a player which has the ball farthest from the green swings first, or a rule called as "ready play" is agreed in casual games, where players hit as they are ready. When done with the putt, leave the green immediately to give way to others. Have the clubs that you'll require on hand and not take it from the cart one after the other. It'll definitely consume most of your time.
Handle the course as yours: Despite the fact that there are people who are tasked to preserve the good condition of the golf course, you should also take part in taking care of it. Whenever using carts, stay on the assigned pathways or stick to the basic 90-degree principle. The carts can simply damage the greens and hazards so follow the guidelines for the course. Rake the sand bunkers to really make it as good as new. Divots and ball marks is an eye sore so take the initiative to replace the divot using a sand and seed mixture, or put the piece of the divot back again. This is a courteous and well-mannered act for the next player. You wouldn't like to see divots or ball marks if it's your turn, do you?
Although these are merely simple guidelines, these will certainly bring out the competitiveness in you. Fore!
Golf is one of those games which does not need supervision of an official at all times, or for quite possibly the most part. This is the aspect of golf that novices and amateurs really should know about and obviously not capitalize on to the point that they will abuse it. Respect, discipline, and integrity- these three are involved in the gentleman's game of golf. Besides skills and techniques, golf is also a game which involves attitude. The "bad boy" image does not apply in this kind of sport. Sportmanship certainly is the moral fiber in golf.
There are just certain things that is included in terms of the attitude and manners when golfing. Other sports may have completely different guidelines, some just a few, or some have more. However, these are the main things to be placed in mind.
Safety is the main priority: Before you start swinging or when another player is swinging, make sure that you're at a safe distance from another player. Unless you want a golf club swordfight, keep a safe distance from another player when making a golf swing, like a practice swing or the actual swing. Yell "fore!" if you will be swinging near or at the direction of others to warn them of an incoming shot. Make sure to prevent losing grip of the club as well, to prevent injury. If terribly frustrated, don't take it out on the club. Don't do things like throwing or slamming it to the ground.
Don't interrupt the silence: You have to respect others particularly when it is their time to swing. Don't make pointless actions, noises or even talking to the other player. Cell phones are obviously a no-no, since the smallest noise can affect the shot. Can you imagine it was you who's getting sidetracked? Wait patiently for your turn to stroke or swing, and stop staying near to another golfer's ball, specifically on the putting green.
Keeping the ideal rate: Unless you're certain that it is only you who's playing in the course at that time (which is unlikely), you should not stay in a hole for a long time. Be ready to make the stroke or swing when you can to make way for other groups that are playing. To stop confusion, in some games a player which has the ball farthest from the green swings first, or a rule called as "ready play" is agreed in casual games, where players hit as they are ready. When done with the putt, leave the green immediately to give way to others. Have the clubs that you'll require on hand and not take it from the cart one after the other. It'll definitely consume most of your time.
Handle the course as yours: Despite the fact that there are people who are tasked to preserve the good condition of the golf course, you should also take part in taking care of it. Whenever using carts, stay on the assigned pathways or stick to the basic 90-degree principle. The carts can simply damage the greens and hazards so follow the guidelines for the course. Rake the sand bunkers to really make it as good as new. Divots and ball marks is an eye sore so take the initiative to replace the divot using a sand and seed mixture, or put the piece of the divot back again. This is a courteous and well-mannered act for the next player. You wouldn't like to see divots or ball marks if it's your turn, do you?
Although these are merely simple guidelines, these will certainly bring out the competitiveness in you. Fore!
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