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Common Course Courtesy
Written By: Erika Mason | Issue: 2021/05 – May
Erika’s wise words on Golf Course Behavior take on added weight when they’re given as Motherly Advice.
Erika Mason
In honor of Mother’s Day I was inspired to write about a topic that all mothers constantly remind their children about, and as a mother of two I do as well…Etiquette.
This is also known at the Do Not Embarrass Me Out in Public Plea!
With regards to golf, etiquette is all about respect, respecting the golf course and respecting the people around you. I would argue that knowing how to carry yourself on the golf course is just as important as grip, posture, and alignment.
Here are just a couple of everyday practices that are neglected by seasoned golfers and beginners alike:
Always, always, always, show up on time! Once you show up, make sure to keep up. Instead of waiting until it’s your turn to start your pre-shot routine, be thinking about your next shot while other people are playing.
Always leave the golf course better than the way you found it. What do I mean by this? Simple. Fix your divots, rake the bunkers, and repair your ball marks. It’s fine if you happen to move some earth during your round, but do everyone a favor and fill those divots with some sand.
Finally, the worst offense of all…ball marks! Putting is hard enough – it’s more difficult when you have to navigate unrepaired ball marks resembling potholes.
I can promise you that a little common courtesy will go a long way on the golf course.
If you need another reason to heed these words of advice, well, to steal a quote from every single Mother in the World: “Because I said so!”
