Letting a group play through may seem like it would speed up play but it usually doesn't unless there is a broken down cart or some other rarity.The fact of the matter is a slow group is slow for a reason. Play ready golf. If you are at your ball and you can take your shot safely ,take it. In the fairway drop a player at the first ball and go to the second ball and be ready to hit when it's safe .Waiting for the away person to shoot is not necessary . On the green be at your ball and be ready to put when it's your turn. Concede short putts and don't mark your ball unless necessary. Upon leaving the green get to your cart and drive to the next tee quickly. Mark your scores down at the next tee. These are little but can save a minute or two on a hole which can add up in 18 holes. I realize as we get older mobility can become an issue and fast play may be difficult for some so the Reasonable Accommodation (RAT tag)might help some players. The goal is to enjoy ourselves so if the slow players can try to be ready and the fast players be patient we might just have an enjoyable round.
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