Ever find yourself playing with someone and after 4 holes can’t stand them? If you haven’t, trust me you will at some point. People are unique in their traits and especially on the golf course. Here are some factors to consider for yourself to prevent someone not liking to play with you:
Be on-time – nothing is worse, then rushing to the first tee or be brought out to the second hole and they have already been playing. YES, it disrupts the others! If you are constantly late or rushing, you may find yourself not being asked to play………..
Be kind – no matter what is happening with your game or someone in your group, you must be kind. They may struggle or have a bad round. You must still have manners to help the others in your group.
Be timely – pay attention to how long you are playing each hole. If after 4 holes you are over an hour (with nobody in front of you) then you are definitely slower than a good pace. Good rule of thumb for a foursome of players is 2 hours for 9 holes and 2 hours for the back 9. If you find you and your group cannot play in that timeframe you should play at NON-PEAK times of the day so you do not disrupt the rest of the golfers behind you.
Be HELPFUL to all who are playing with you – pick up the flag, help rake the bunkers if your partner OR opponent is struggling and always compliment your group.
Be a considerate driver/rider – if you are the cart driver, you are responsible for getting the rider to his/her ball. If you are the rider, let the driver know (being kind) which side of the fairway your ball is on so he/she doesn’t have to ask every time. This could be averted if all players watch each others ball when hitting each shot.
Be honest – nobody likes a cheater! If you had an 8, you had an 8! If you post scores that are not correct, you will get caught! Play your game and you will be respected! Try and shave strokes OR only post your bad scores will catch up to you one day!
Know the rules of golf– This is not up to someone else, the more you know the better! How to take a drop, know what the red, yellow and white stakes mean. Know the basics and you will be better off!
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