Golf Etiquette
Etiquette is talked about with relation to golf more
than any other sport and is an important part of the
game. Golf etiquette is a code of conduct that is
expected of every golfer; it comes second nature to
regular golfers but many points are not obvious to
the beginner.
This quick etiquette Do’s and Don’ts
checklist is important reading for all beginners and
serves as a regular reminder for golfers of all levels.
Download our complete etiquette booklet
including the correct way to repair divots and pitchmarks.
Do
- Play without delay
- Aim to keep up with the group in front, not just
in front of the group behind.
- If a ball is proving difficult to find, wave the
following game through, before continuing the search
- Be ready to play your next shot when it is your
turn
- Shout a warning ‘FORE’ if you think
your ball may hit someone
- Watch the flight of all balls in your group to
assist in finding them
- Be prepared to help a fellow player look for their
ball
- Repair divot holes and pitch marks
- Rake bunkers
Don’t
- Play until players ahead are out of your possible
range. If in doubt, wait.
- Step on the line of a fellow player’s putt
- Allow your shadow to fall across the player’s
line of putt
- Damage the hole or the putting green when attending
or removing the flagstick
- Chatter, or make any distraction, while your fellow
player is playing
- Make other noises (walking on gravel, choosing
clubs etc) which could distract others on adjoining
holes
- Lose your temper, drop your golf bag or throw
clubs
Download our complete etiquette
booklet including the correct way to repair divots
and pitchmarks.
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