Accidental Double Hit is No Longer a Penalty! One of the changes that I’m really happy about is Rule 10.1 – an accidental double hit is no longer a penalty! If you accidentally double hit your ball (which can happen sometimes when when you’re in a rough or when you’re in a bunker) there is […]
Complete Relief from an Abnormal Course Condition
Estimating the reference point for taking a drop requires the player to identify the choice of club, stance, swing, and line of play they would use for that stroke. Rule 16.1 It’s important to remember that when you take relief from any abnormal course condition you must take complete relief. What that means is if […]
Free Relief From a Dangerous Animal
Free Relief From a Dangerous Animal If you play golf in areas with dangerous animals like bears, alligators, or snakes, you’re going to want to hear about Rule 16.2b. This rule allows you to take free relief from a dangerous animal, such as a mama bear and her cubs out on the course. Under this rule, […]
How To Mark Your Golf Ball On The Green
Knowing how to properly mark your golf ball on the green can prevent you from getting called on a penalty in your next golf round. Here’s all you need to know.
Continue readingRepairing Spike Marks On Putting Green 2019 Golf Rules
View this post on Instagram I’m soooo eager for January 1st to roll around. That’s when we can start repairing damage to the greens before we putt. ⛳️ Rule 13 includes allowing you to repair DAMAGE to the green caused by pitch marks, spike marks, and even damage to the actual cup (that’s HUGE NEWS)
Continue readingWhat To Do When You Reach The Green
7 simple steps to ensure you’re following golf etiquette and not breaking any rules!
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