Collar Type Shirt For Golfing

[2BNTV]

I was informed today men need to wear a collar type shirt to golf on all executive course. My friend wife was wearing a non collared blouse and was allowed to play with no problem.

I don't have a problem wearing a collar type shirt but is the person who informed me is a stickler for the rules? Did anyone have a problem wearing a non collared shirt?

They supplied me with one and was told to have it washed and returned but I was still wondering if this is true! This curious mind wants to know!!!

[graciegirl]

Yes.

[rustyp]

http://www.golfthevillages.com/golf-in-the-villages/goodgolfguide.pdf

Also near every starter shack is a bulletin board with a copy of the dress code posted.

[misky]

You even need a collared shirt to hit balls on the driving ranges at the country clubs.

[obxgal]

Page 14 from rustyp's link

How to Dress
The following dress code is for all Championship and
Executive Golf Courses, The Villages Golf Academy,
driving ranges, warm-up nets and putting greens.
The acceptable golf attire includes, but is not limited to,
the below:
• Shoes must be worn at all times when on the golf
courses. Tennis or golf shoes with soft spikes, or shoes
with no more than a 1-inch heel, are mandatory.
•Shorts or skirts must cover the majority of the thigh
and may not be cut-off or have holes.
• Denim pants are allowed.
• No overalls, tennis skirts, cut-offs, biking shorts,
bathing suits or athletic appare.

Dress Code for Men
• Shirts shall have a collar and
sleeves.
• Turtle-necks or mock
turtlenecks are acceptable. (Min.
11/4 inch collars)

Dress Code for Women
• Fashion Golf tops may be
without a collar but should not
expose the stomach and must
have straps at least 2-inches
wide.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

It's pretty SOP for every decent golf course in America. Problems arise when manufacturers start making non collared shirts especially for golf. It gets very difficult for the people who have to enforce the rule.

Most people won't have a problem with a nice shirt that doesn't have a collar. The problem is when people start wearing dirty tee ****s with Metallica printed across the front. It's unfair to leave the employees with the decision of what's OK and what's not. And it's not right from two perspectives. Number one, it puts the employee in a position to get arguments from people. Number two, it gives employees who are power crazed too much power. That's why it's best to just have a cut and dry rule.

When I was in that position, I would allow someone who was new to get away with it once. If a member complained, I would explain that the person was new and didn't know the rule. The next time he must be wearing proper attire but everyone got one pass unless they were someone that had been there many times before and knew the rule.

[2BNTV]

Thanks. I though she was "shooting me through the grease".

No problemo, going forward!!!!

[alwann]

At Truman/Roosevelt the other day, I saw a guy go off wearing a tee shirt. I shook my head in the direction of the starter. He just shrugged.

Is the dress code seasonal? I know jeans/denmin are okay in the winter, so why should the shirt style make a difference?

[GPGuar]

It happened to me also, I didn't know the dress code so I went home and put on a collared shirt no big deal. The next time I knew better!

[Polar Bear]

Like Doc said, pretty standard requirement on most golf courses.

[MrGolf]

I understand the collared shirt on the golf course but what a rediculous rule for the driving range. Give me a break.

[Bogie Shooter]

At Truman/Roosevelt the other day, I saw a guy go off wearing a tee shirt. I shook my head in the direction of the starter. He just shrugged.

Is the dress code seasonal? I know jeans/denmin are okay in the winter, so why should the shirt style make a difference?

The rules don't say anything about any rules being seasonal.

[DougB]

I was informed today men need to wear a collar type shirt to golf on all executive course. My friend wife was wearing a non collared blouse and was allowed to play with no problem.

I don't have a problem wearing a collar type shirt but is the person who informed me is a stickler for the rules? Did anyone have a problem wearing a non collared shirt?

They supplied me with one and was told to have it washed and returned but I was still wondering if this is true! This curious mind wants to know!!!

Yes, Joe it's true. I believe it is also mandatory for you to complete your golf attire with argyle sweater vest with tie, plaid knickers, sock/shoe covers, and a beret.

[tomwed]

I always wear two pairs of sox. Just in case I get a hole in one.

[Barefoot]

Is the dress code seasonal? I know jeans/denmin are okay in the winter, so why should the shirt style make a difference?

Not seasonal, denim is OK year round.
For men, shirts with collars are required all year long.
The starter shacks will even provide one if you forget.
Life is good in The Villages.

[Ozzello]

Knickers? lol, I SOOOOOO want to get a pair. Ricky Fowler orange will be fine. Message me if you see a pair for sale svp.

[SALYBOW]

I was informed today men need to wear a collar type shirt to golf on all executive course. My friend wife was wearing a non collared blouse and was allowed to play with no problem.

I don't have a problem wearing a collar type shirt but is the person who informed me is a stickler for the rules? Did anyone have a problem wearing a non collared shirt?

They supplied me with one and was told to have it washed and returned but I was still wondering if this is true! This curious mind wants to know!!!

Same thing happened to me. Except they gave me a shirt that was too small

[fred53]

At Truman/Roosevelt the other day, I saw a guy go off wearing a tee shirt. I shook my head in the direction of the starter. He just shrugged.

Is the dress code seasonal? I know jeans/denmin are okay in the winter, so why should the shirt style make a difference?

and it's nice that most try to enforce it by friendly means(the only kind really allowed, but someone can be refused access to the course if not dressed properly).

The shirt makes a difference because they try to maintain some sense of decorum(a non-word to some). Without the dress code it wouldn't take long before many of those playing would look like crap...sort of like if you didn't have rules and regs what you can and can't do to the outside of your house/property.

Personally I'm hoping I left the trailer trash back home...nothing wrong with things looking neat and clean. It's a reflection of who you are...

Oh and a mock turtleneck is also okay(1.5" turtle)...

[JoMar]

Like Doc said, pretty standard requirement on most golf courses.

Although not too long ago any form of denim was not allowed.....dress codes are slowly disappearing

[justjim]

Denim at most private country clubs is not allowed. The dress code in TV is actually liberal.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Even though we don't have a published dress code at the 36 hole complex I work at in north KC, every time someone calls to inquire about a dress code I always tell them to "dress in attire that your mother would approve of, no wife-beaters, no cutoffs, nothing trashy". Close to 100% get what I'm talking about.

[JoMar]

I understand the collared shirt on the golf course but what a rediculous rule for the driving range. Give me a break.

You can go to any public driving range and wear what you want to wear. TV's driving range is part of the golf group that manages the Championship Courses and their dress code applies to all the properties they manage. Their ball, their rules. If you belonged to a true Country Club almost anywhere else in the country the same rule would apply plus no denim. In any event, there are plenty of driving ranges outside TV that are less expensive and less restrictive for those that prefer that lifestyle.

[Shadow8IA]

The problem we ran into...try finding a long sleeve collar shirt for those cool days.

[CFrance]

The problem we ran into...try finding a long sleeve collar shirt for those cool days.

Sweater over a polo shirt?

[Villager Joyce]

Sweater over a polo shirt?

That is the standard winter wardrobe in Florida. Sweater over a sun dress, sweater over a polo.

[Gerald]

If you don't want to wear a mens collared shirt. Then you can wear the woman's style shirt and skirt . The starter will not complain if you are dressed as a women. However Most of the people I see on the course don't follow any rules.

[Bogie Shooter]

The problem we ran into...try finding a long sleeve collar shirt for those cool days.

Wear a jacket, problem solved..................

[DonH57]

The problem we ran into...try finding a long sleeve collar shirt for those cool days.

Wear a short sleeved collared shirt over a long sleeve tee shirt.

[Mikeod]

The problem we ran into...try finding a long sleeve collar shirt for those cool days.
Lands End has them as do others like Izod and van Heusen, especially online. An alternative is to get a long sleeve base layer to wear under a short sleeve polo.

[Barefoot]

That is the standard winter wardrobe in Florida. Sweater over a sun dress, sweater over a polo.

Fleecy over the sweater, gotta dress in layers.

[ziggie]

Although not too long ago any form of denim was not allowed.....dress codes are slowly disappearing

I dont know how long you have been in TV, but denim has always been allowed here in TV for at least 10 years. I do not play golf where I see a dress code disappearing. Maybe at some municipal courses. I would really like to know where you got your information.

[JoMar]

I dont know how long you have been in TV, but denim has always been allowed here in TV for at least 10 years. I do not play golf where I see a dress code disappearing. Maybe at some municipal courses. I would really like to know where you got your information.

In 2009 my guest was asked to leave Glenview because he had jeans. Three years ago Bonifay asked a player to leave because he had jeans.....not information....I was there.

[The Great Fumar]

Same thing happened to me. Except they gave me a shirt that was too small

Yep, I know what you mean. XL doesn't always get it......

Just a thought

[graciegirl]

I am pretty sure my husband was born in a golf shirt.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Under Armor Cold Gear long sleeve under a golf shirt; works great on those cool days. They are definitely coming with me to TV.

[ukgolfer]

I was on the practice putting green on Lopez with my 6 yr old son when we were told that he needed a collar on his shirt to be on the practice green , it's a wonder why golf participation in the younger generations in in a major decline, he won't go anymore without a polo shirt on as he is sensitive about being told off but that's not the way to bring on the youth of today, I know there is a etiquette on the course but it's a practice green.

[Challenger]

I hate denim on the golf Course. How can you allow denim and require collared shirts?

"A puzzlement"

[Bonanza]

I was on the practice putting green on Lopez with my 6 yr old son when we were told that he needed a collar on his shirt to be on the practice green , it's a wonder why golf participation in the younger generations in in a major decline, he won't go anymore without a polo shirt on as he is sensitive about being told off but that's not the way to bring on the youth of today, I know there is a etiquette on the course but it's a practice green.

Uhhhhhh . . . with your "six year old son???"

[Mikeod]

I was on the practice putting green on Lopez with my 6 yr old son when we were told that he needed a collar on his shirt to be on the practice green , it's a wonder why golf participation in the younger generations in in a major decline, he won't go anymore without a polo shirt on as he is sensitive about being told off but that's not the way to bring on the youth of today, I know there is a etiquette on the course but it's a practice green.
A practice green is part of the course complex. Same rule applies on the driving ranges which are also practice facilities. Imagine the problems the courses would have if they didn't apply the rules everywhere on the grounds. People would see all manner of dress on the practice areas and take it to the course.

I would hope your son was not so traumatized by being told he needed a collared shirt that he gives up the game.

[graciegirl]

I was on the practice putting green on Lopez with my 6 yr old son when we were told that he needed a collar on his shirt to be on the practice green , it's a wonder why golf participation in the younger generations in in a major decline, he won't go anymore without a polo shirt on as he is sensitive about being told off but that's not the way to bring on the youth of today, I know there is a etiquette on the course but it's a practice green.



It is so unusual to hear about our ambassadors here telling anyone rules. If something is said, it is usually at check in. The complaints usually made about these lovely and polite men and women are generally that they are not given authority to be tough enough on things like slow play etc.

I hope you enjoy your visit with your young child.

[drcar]

In 2009 my guest was asked to leave Glenview because he had jeans. Three years ago Bonifay asked a player to leave because he had jeans.....not information....I was there.

Jeans, are allowed, and they have been allowed for at least the 3 1/2 years I have been here. BUT the jeans must not be torn, have holes etc., or maybe someone was in error, but jeans are allowed, check the dress codes.

[JoMar]

Jeans, are allowed, and they have been allowed for at least the 3 1/2 years I have been here. BUT the jeans must not be torn, have holes etc., or maybe someone was in error, but jeans are allowed, check the dress codes.

I know they are allowed.....but there were times when they weren't, whether by code or individual ambassador. I think dumbing down the dress codes is a shame, and so glad the private CC's haven't followed that trend. In a recent interview, Gary Player said that one of the reasons he enjoyed coming to the US to play was that Americans respected each other and one of the ways they showed that was in how they dressed. The other good news was, if you saw the Drive, Chip and Putt competition the kids were dressed, showed the proper manners and respect for the game and were evidently taught the culture of the game. It's going away, but for the most part, the players here in TV continue to respect the game and dress appropriately. Lets hope they stay in the majority and the denim is a small part.

[graciegirl]

A six year old son?

[ukgolfer]

A six year old son?

Yes we I have been visiting the villages for the last 15 years, first visited when I was 30 with my girlfriends mum and dad who had friends here , they have owned a home for the last 9 years. The girlfriend is now my wife of 13 years and both our kids have visited once or twice a year since they were born.
Not sure if I like this place :icon_wink::icon_wink:

[graciegirl]

Yes we I have been visiting the villages for the last 15 years, first visited when I was 30 with my girlfriends mum and dad who had friends here , they have owned a home for the last 9 years. The girlfriend is now my wife of 13 years and both our kids have visited once or twice a year since they were born.
Not sure if I like this place :icon_wink::icon_wink:

I thought you were a villager. Hope you continue visiting and that you change your mind about liking this place.

[ukgolfer]

Nope, way to young at the moment but probably one day , for now we will just keep visiting, we have been here for the whole of this month, and will leave the in laws here for a while longer , but being from the uk the longest we can stay is 6 months of any year

[chili557]

Being an Ambassador ,I will tell you that we do have the authority to move players to the next hole or play in from the 150 yard marker. Any Ambassador that doesn't do that is not doing what we were trained to do.

[PaPaLarry]

A practice green is part of the course complex. Same rule applies on the driving ranges which are also practice facilities. Imagine the problems the courses would have if they didn't apply the rules everywhere on the grounds. People would see all manner of dress on the practice areas and take it to the course.

I would hope your son was not so traumatized by being told he needed a collared shirt that he gives up the game.
I agree. Nice to see people dressed properly.

[tomwed]

Does anyone else remember the golf fashion of the sixties and seventies? They shouldn't have just kept us off the course, they should have had us arrested. Remember the plaids, paisleys and stripes.

Gary Player always wore black. In retrospect he always looked classy but at the time Jack and Arnie were wearing some pretty bold colors and patterns.
In 65 my dad just started playing and he invited me to go with him, public courses of course. I lived in Secaucus, NJ. The druggist, MR. Marra at Marra's Drugstore was selling his right handed McGregor starter set for $15. I was left handed but I figured it wouldn't matter. They all matched. My dad said I could wear my school pants and borrow one of his shirts. He was size medium and I was a small so that wouldn't do for me. I had my own money from delivering papers so I took the bus to Two Guys [a sort of Walmart at the time] and I bought these white pants with splattered brown spots all over them and a matching dark brown shirt so I wouldn't look ridiculous [in my own mind] on the course.

good times

[rubicon]

Whether we like it or not dress codes anywhere are a must because someone is sure to push the envelope. As a manager it upset me that I had to tell an adult how to dress (ie) how to follow the dress code. It made me wonder about the quality of his/her work product.

At many golf courses around the country golfers are not even allowed to wear cargo shorts .

So imagine my surprise when I found that while collared shirts were required golfers could wear denim pants. Even more to my surprise was golfers who should up with in sweat pants.

In a previous thread an ambassador explained that they were not allowed to........

I do not know who made those rules or why but you can be sure that many people especially on executive courses are taking advantage of that well known fact. the results are predictable and as demand for golf increases it is going to place more strains on us all.

One of the reason I take pride in golf as a sport has to do with the neatness and pride golfers display in their apparel. And also well place golf etiquette
Have you noticed that doesn't exist on executive courses. Perhaps you can have free golf for the rest of your life has something to do with it. But then perhaps your definition of free golf for the rest of your life doesn't mean the same to me as to you?


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