USGA Ready Golf Tips For Better Pace of Play...
Playing at a better pace is not about hurrying up or rushing around the course. It is simply about being more efficient with your valuable time, as well as everyone else’ s. Adopting this mindset— and not being afraid to share it with your fellow players— will ultimately add enjoyment to your golf experience. Here are a few USGA recognized tips for improving pace of play:
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Tee It Forward: Unless you are consistently able to reach greens in regulation from the back tees.
Minimize your time on the tee: On the tee, it is usually acceptable for players to“ hit when ready.”
Be helpful to others in your group: Follow the flight of all tee shots, not just your own.
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Keep up with the group in front of you: Your correct position on the course is immediately behind the group in front of you, not immediately in front of the group behind you.
Plan your shot before you get to your ball: Once you are off the tee, think ahead. Determine your yardage and make your club selection before it is your turn to play.
Develop an eye for distance: You don’ t need to step off fairway marker yardages for every shot. If you need to determine precise distance, consider investing in an electronic rangefinder or GPS device.
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Be efficient on the putting green: Mark your ball, lift and clean it when you arrive at the putting green so you will be ready to replace it when it is your turn to play.
Leave the Pin In: It’ s now legal and research shows that 80 % more putts go in with the flag-pin in the hole. It also speeds play!
Learn more tips at www. USGA. org and search“ Pace of Play.”
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