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Originally Posted by rubicon
tomwed: you have touched on a part of the problem. We have some folks who take this game very seriously, play it well and with the bravado that comes with it, and some who view it as fun...passing the time.
I am indeed a stickler for ready play, rules of the game and good golf etiquette but the strict regimentation attempted to be imposed by USGA, PGA ,local clubs,and some golfers upon others is taking the joy out of the game.
First of all what % of golfers in The Villages actually and consistently hit the green on one (executive) or two strokes (championship par 4)? I have played with a few who can but not most and even those guys often end up with three putts. etc etc etc (hitting a long ball v. hitting a well targeted ball)
As to executive course some may require "play it forward" and some not. Pelican is a prime example where if a golfer can't hit a long ball then it would be wise to move forward.
I do not believe people should be concerned about what tees other golfers choose. In that same vein I believe golfers have an obligation to utilize "in the pocket" when appropriate because the last thing I want to hear from a golfer is "I ain't giving up" as they hit their upteenth shot.
Its the "absolutes" many of us have trouble dealing with and so I say with a "friendly intent" you play your game and I will play mine
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Very well said I think. The fastest foursome I've seen is one running up to tee box, hit, run to cart, cart to ball, run to ball, hit, run to green, put and run to next tee box. A good way to snap an ankle, but hey. Must be a new game.
