[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by nitehawk

i am not a new golfer and i do not fix ball marks because there are none on the hard packed greens as for the sand traps i do not rake because nobody does, dont want to go against the norm --- some people love the courses the way they are and i do not want to change that

I think you're kidding, right?

[DonH57]

I'm hopeful they are joking. Speaking only of the executive courses I've played, there are some who apparently don't care how they leave the course behind them for others to play on. My guess is it happens on the championship courses as well. I'm not at the level yet I would feel comfortable playing them. I believe how you conduct yourself on a golf course is just as important as anywhere else you tread.

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by PaPaLarry

Hopefully, not everyone feels that way!!!?

I generally fix five or six ball marks on every green and rake out my own, and other peoples footprints in the bunker. I have never played anywhere with as many unrepaired ball marks and un raked bunkers as the executive corses in TV.

[casita37]

I'm about a 6 month golfer....really enjoying it. A few weeks back I said "OMG, I forgot to rake the sand on the last hole." NOBODY in my foursome say "Don't worry about it." I felt horrible. I think most people comply.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by casita37

I'm about a 6 month golfer....really enjoying it. A few weeks back I said "OMG, I forgot to rake the sand on the last hole." NOBODY in my foursome say "Don't worry about it." I felt horrible. I think most people comply.

It is amazing how quickly new golfers become seasoned golfers. I hope all of you just starting out enjoy golf for years and years. We have the most wonderful opportunity here without the usual expense. Hit 'em straight.

[Gerald]

Everyone has to learn. Instead of finding fault offer polite suggestions.

[Tennisnut]

Nobody I know fix their ball marks. They don't hit the tennis ball hard enough to cause a divot on the hard court.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Gerald

Everyone has to learn. Instead of finding fault offer polite suggestions.

This was supposedly for fun. But helpful nonetheless in a non critical way.

[2BNTV]

Requirement for beginners:

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[keithwand]

Originally Posted by RLL39

ok, so I've been observing Sweetgum (Exec course) players for a few months now. Aside from all the tips noted above, here's my two cents worth to immediately improve every newbie golfer out there:

A. Tuck your golf shirt in your pants. (some of you guys look like you just got off the train)

B. Take a (real) practice stroke. (no fakes)

You may not score any better, but you will look better trying :-)

No charge.

You know you are an "old" golfer when your shirt is tucked in and your pants are hiked up to your armpits.
Black knee socks with shorts anyone?

[steamdogman]

Gracie Girl love ya! I happen to work as both a starter and ambassador on Executive Courses and really LOVE IT!. I most times meet the nicest people in the world. I say sometimes because there are some trying times.

The idea of executive courses is in my opinion is to have a place for many retired people who have worked very hard in their life to get to a point where they can now enjoy life!

Many of the people who play executive golf courses are newbies. They probable have taken a lesson or two or maybe not. The point is when one plays these courses they should be prepared for what is in front of them.

Great people out to have a good time with friends and neighbors. If there are golfers out there that are unhappy about this............Spend the money and play the Championship Courses!

We are retired and somewhat oldish but not dead and we deserve to have fun without anyone thinking that we should all be pro golfers.

It is true that clothes do not make a golfer but if they feel they look the part that is all that should matter.

As far as hitting a driver on a 75 yard hole, as they say it is now how but how may in the hole

[PaPaLarry]

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

I generally fix five or six ball marks on every green and rake out my own, and other peoples footprints in the bunker. I have never played anywhere with as many unrepaired ball marks and un raked bunkers as the executive corses in TV.

I agree

[DonH57]

Originally Posted by steamdogman

Gracie Girl love ya! I happen to work as both a starter and ambassador on Executive Courses and really LOVE IT!. I most times meet the nicest people in the world. I say sometimes because there are some trying times.

The idea of executive courses is in my opinion is to have a place for many retired people who have worked very hard in their life to get to a point where they can now enjoy life!

Many of the people who play executive golf courses are newbies. They probable have taken a lesson or two or maybe not. The point is when one plays these courses they should be prepared for what is in front of them.

Great people out to have a good time with friends and neighbors. If there are golfers out there that are unhappy about this............Spend the money and play the Championship Courses!

We are retired and somewhat oldish but not dead and we deserve to have fun without anyone thinking that we should all be pro golfers.

It is true that clothes do not make a golfer but if they feel they look the part that is all that should matter.

As far as hitting a driver on a 75 yard hole, as they say it is now how but how may in the hole

I agree. I have met many starters and ambassadors with great attitudes towards their jobs on all the executive courses I've been able to play so far. I wear the clothes required to be on these courses and don't really care how some " pro" golfers think I should look. I'm there to have fun.

[ajbrown]

Originally Posted by steamdogman

Gracie Girl love ya! I happen to work as both a starter and ambassador on Executive Courses and really LOVE IT!. I most times meet the nicest people in the world. I say sometimes because there are some trying times.

The idea of executive courses is in my opinion is to have a place for many retired people who have worked very hard in their life to get to a point where they can now enjoy life!

Many of the people who play executive golf courses are newbies. They probable have taken a lesson or two or maybe not. The point is when one plays these courses they should be prepared for what is in front of them.

Great people out to have a good time with friends and neighbors. If there are golfers out there that are unhappy about this............Spend the money and play the Championship Courses!

We are retired and somewhat oldish but not dead and we deserve to have fun without anyone thinking that we should all be pro golfers.

It is true that clothes do not make a golfer but if they feel they look the part that is all that should matter.

As far as hitting a driver on a 75 yard hole, as they say it is now how but how may in the hole

I agree with everything in your post except what I have made bold. If I am misreading your meaning in the comments in bold, I apologize ahead of time.

I read your post as meaning slow play is OK on executive course and if folks are delayed because of it get over it and go play a championship course. It really surprised me that an ambassador would make such a statement. I can understand a "golfer" with an 'entitled' attitude making such a statement but not an ambassador.



Am I reading your intent incorrectly?

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by ajbrown

I agree with everything in your post except what I have made bold. If I am misreading your meaning in the comments in bold, I apologize ahead of time.

I read your post as meaning slow play is OK on executive course and if folks are delayed because of it get over it and go play a championship course. It really surprised me that an ambassador would make such a statement. I can understand a "golfer" with an 'entitled' attitude making such a statement but not an ambassador.



Am I reading your intent incorrectly?

I agree AJ, slow golf should not be considered acceptable. I find it is less about experience and skill, and more about awareness and courtesy.