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ETIQUETTE .....usga
This section provides guidelines on the
manner in which the game of golf should be played. If
they are followed, all players will gain maximum
enjoyment from the game. The overriding principle is that
consideration should be shown to others on the course at
all times.
 
The Spirit of the Game
Unlike many sports, golf is played, for the most part,
without the supervision of a referee or umpire. The game
relies on the integrity of the individual to show
consideration for other players and to abide by the
Rules. All players should conduct themselves in a
disciplined manner, demonstrating courtesy and
sportsmanship at all times, irrespective of how
competitive they maybe. This is the spirit of the game of
golf.
Safety
Players should ensure that no one is standing close by or
in a position to be hit by the club, the ball or any
stones, pebbles, twigs or the like when they make a
stroke or practice swing.
Players should not play until the players in front are
out of range.
Players should always alert greenstaff nearby or ahead
when they are about to make a stroke that might endanger
them.
If a player plays a ball in a direction where there is a
danger of hitting someone, he should immediately shout a
warning. The traditional word of warning in such a
situation is "fore."
Pace of Play ...Play at Good
Pace and Keep Up
Players should play at a good pace. The Committee may
establish pace of play guidelines that all players should
follow.
It is a group's responsibility to keep up with the group
in front. If it loses a clear hole and it is delaying the
group behind, it should invite the group behind to play
through, irrespective of the number of players in that
group.
Consideration for Other Players
No Disturbance or Distraction
Players should always show consideration for other
players on the course and should not disturb their play
by moving, talking or making any unnecessary noise.
Players should ensure that any electronic device taken
onto the course does not distract other players.
On the teeing ground, a player should not tee his ball
until it is his turn to play.
Players should not stand close to or directly behind the
ball, or directly behind the hole, when a player is about
to play.
On the Putting Green
On the putting green, players should not stand on another
player's line of putt or when he is making a stroke, cast
a shadow over his line of putt.
Players should remain on or close to the putting green
until all other players in the group have holed out.
Scoring
In stroke play, a player who is acting as a marker
should, if necessary, on the way to the next tee, check
the score with the player concerned and record it.
Be Ready to Play
Players should be ready to play as soon as it is their
turn to play. When playing on or near the putting green,
they should leave their bags or carts in such a position
as will enable quick movement off the green and towards
the next tee. When the play of a hole has been completed,
players should immediately leave the putting green.
Lost Ball
If a player believes his ball may be lost outside a water
hazard or is out of bounds, to save time, he should play
a provisional ball.
Players searching for a ball should signal the players in
the group behind them to play through as soon as it
becomes apparent that the ball will not easily be found.
They should not search for five minutes before doing so.
Having allowed the group behind to play through, they
should not continue play until that group has passed and
is out of range.
Priority on the Course
Unless otherwise determined by the Committee, priority on
the course is determined by a group's pace of play. Any
group playing a whole round is entitled to pass a group
playing a shorter round.
Care of the Course
Bunkers
Before leaving a bunker, players should carefully fill up
and smooth over all holes and footprints made by them and
any nearby made by others. If a rake is within reasonable
proximity of the bunker, the rake should be used for this
purpose.
Repair of Divots, Ball-Marks and Damage by Shoes
Players should carefully repair any divot holes made by
them and any damage to the putting green made by the
impact of a ball (whether or not made by the player
himself). On completion of the hole by all players in the
group, damage to the putting green caused by golf shoes
should be repaired.
Preventing Unnecessary Damage
Players should avoid causing damage to the course by
removing divots when taking practice swings or by hitting
the head of a club into the ground, whether in anger or
for any other reason.
Players should ensure that no damage is done to the
putting green when putting down bags or the flagstick.
In order to avoid damaging the hole, players and caddies
should not stand too close to the hole and should take
care during the handling of the flagstick and the removal
of a ball from the hole. The head of a club should not be
used to remove a ball from the hole.
Players should not lean on their clubs when on the
putting green, particularly when removing the ball from
the hole.
The flagstick should be properly replaced in the hole
before players leave the putting green.
Local notices regulating the movement of golf carts
should be strictly observed.
Conclusion; Penalties for Breach
If players follow the guidelines in this Section, it will
make the game more enjoyable for everyone.
If a player consistently disregards these guidelines
during a round or over a period of time to the detriment
of others, it is recommended that the Committee consider
taking appropriate disciplinary action against the
offending player. Such action may, for example, include
prohibiting play for a limited time on the course or in a
certain number of competitions. This is considered to be
justifiable in terms of protecting the interest of the
majority of golfers who wish to play in accordance with
these guidelines.
In the case of a serious breach of Etiquette, the
Committee may disqualify a player under Rule 33-7.
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