Common Courtesy On The Golf Course
You have all heard about that golf is a gentleman’s game and until just before the turn of the century a lady’s game too. Unlike most sports that have have rules, Golf has a set of on green etiquette which everyone is expected to know and share to any beginner. The spirit of the golf game aside from sportsmanship, is a golfers integrity. The playing field is wide and there are no referees only caddies, the rules and courtesy is required despite of the lack of a figure of authority. All golfers are expected to consider the safety of others before executing the simple golf swing. Players are expected to make sure everyone is at a safe distance before swinging the club and that the area is clear of any debris like twigs or pebbles that may fly with the ball. It is common courtesy that players play when the players in front of them are well out of range. For a precaution, golfers shout “Fore” as a warning that a ball has been shot and may well be overhead. It is but right to have a watchful eye on a new player you have brought to the green, this would save your guest the embarrassment.
