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Originally Posted by rubicon
Au contraire: Its because I love the game and respect its challenges that I do not complain about it being unfair. I suspect your comments may apply to some but not all. and just because someone does not complain about a green not mowed etc doesn't me they don't know or don't care. It may mean to them, that's the lot a drew today. I did my best. I'll mention the missed mowing to the starter.
Keep in mind that these courses get a lot of play. Keep in mind that the same people that cut a hole for pin placement are the same guys that set the tees at the tee box and they miss there also because they are not professionals caretakers on a PGA played course. BUT the person ultimately responsible for my golf game is ME.
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PS I don't do do overs either.
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If you enjoy golf on unkempt courses, that is good for you. If you don't mind waiting 10 minutes on each tee because of slow play, more power to you. I know many people who have no problem playing tennis with old tennis balls. But better tennis players open a new can every time they step onto the court. It makes for a better experience for the better player. I think this is the same for golf, or for any sport. To each his own.
"A lot of play" does not excuse lack of respect for the course and other players. Pitch marks on the greens, and footprints in bunkers have nothing to do with the number of players. It has everything to do with inconsiderate and disrespectful players. And it doesn't take a professional caretaker on a PGA played course to take a little interest in understanding the proper pin placements. I blame the manager for not making sure his/her employees understand the basics of pin placement, cutting holes, and setting tees.