MODERN GOLF ETIQUETTE

Much has been said in recent years about the necessity for the game of golf to move with the times, appeal to new generations of players and shake off an overly formal image. There’s no doubt that keeping pace with the modern world is important for any popular activity, but that’s not to say all traditions and long-established practices become irrelevant.

One of the great things about golf is the social aspect of the game. It’s possible to be competitive with playing partners while still enjoying conversation and good company, even with strangers. This is made possible, to a large extent, by a widely known and implemented code of etiquette. The majority of players abide by golf’s established customs of good manners and this leads to a level of respect