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There are people who make you feel comfortable around them after a round of golf.
It’s not because the score is good. It’s the small details that make the difference.
It’s not that difficult; it’s something you can figure out right away once you know it.
01Packing the club
It is the most frequently occurring situation.
- Select the club to hit in advance.If you go to the ball and come back, time passes.
- The used club is right in the bagI really often leave things next to the green.
- Take two or three when going to the green.Wedge, putter, and one spare
Leaving your clubs behind is the most common mistake.
The caddie has to go back, and the whole team is waiting.
When placing a club around the green, place it toward the direction of the next hole.
Then, as you hole out and leave, you naturally pick it up.
02In the cart
- Please close the door when you get off. It makes it easier for the next person.
- Do not move other people's clubs without permission. Remember where each club belongs.
- Please let the caddie drive the cart. Only drive when requested, and do not drive in front of people.
- Please do not stray from the cart path. It damages the grass and the golf course dislikes it.
03When someone else hits
This is the most important part. It's the moment when it gets noticeably awkward.
- Stops speakingWhen entering the address, quietly
- It does not enter the field of viewEspecially the front and the rear of the target direction.
- So that the shadow does not fall on the ballPay special attention on the green.
- It doesn't moveI can hear the sound of the club being taken out loudly as well.
Many people are unaware of shadows. When putting, if my shadow falls on the opponent's line...
I can't see the ball. I just need to stand one step to the side.
04The habit of checking the lawn
This gives the impression that you are someone who cherishes the golf course.
- Fill the divot. Just fill it with sand and press it down with your foot ([[LINK:L09]] Part)
- Smooth out the bunker before you come out. I'll erase my own footprints ([[LINK:L05]] Part)
- Please press down on the green mark. Use a fork to lift up the indentation left by the ball landing.
It is especially noticeable if you come out without tidying up the bunker.
It would be really troublesome if the next person got the ball into those footprints.
05Safety comes first.
Accidents happen sometimes. This is a matter that goes beyond manners.
- If the team in front is within range, never hit the ball.
- If the ball goes toward a person, shout "Ball!" loudly.
- Practice swings toward where there are no people.
- Don't throw the club. Even if you're angry.
You must shout "Ball!" loudly without being shy. It would be a big problem if you got hurt.
06In the end, it is a sign that you care.
The things written here aren't great skills.
It's just a sign that you're paying attention to the person you're playing with.
If that is conveyed, you become someone people want to call again, no matter what the score is.
And as such opportunities increase, your skills will naturally improve as well.
In the next part, I will talk about where to draw the line for the bet.
