Unlike many sports, golf is for the most part played without the supervision of a referee, umpire or coach. The game relies on the individual golfer to show consideration for other players and to abide by the rules. New golfers are often in need of advice about customary behavior and practices to follow on course so that play proceeds safely and without delay. Here are some tips to help all players get the maximum enjoyment from the game.

Remember, is just a game.

So make it fun and enjoyable, but always keep in mind that you are not alone on the golf course.

Keep the green, green

1 - Players should avoid causing damage to the course by removing divots when taking practice swings or by hitting the head of a club into the ground, whether in anger or for any other reason.

2 - Players should ensure that no damage is done to the putting green when putting down bags or the flagstick.

3 - In order to avoid damaging the hole, players and caddies should not stand too close to the hole and should take care during the handling of the flagstick and the removal of a ball from the hole.

4 - The head of a club should not be used to remove a ball from the hole. Players should not lean on their clubs when on the putting green, particularly when removing the ball from the hole. The flagstick should be properly replaced in the hole before players leave the putting green.

Safety considerations

1 - Players should ensure that no one is standing close by or in a position to be hit by the club, the ball or any stones, pebbles, twigs or the like when they make a stroke or practice swing.
2 - Players should not play until the players in front are out of range.
3 - Players should always alert greenstaff nearby or ahead when they are about to make a stroke that might endanger them.
4 - If a player plays a ball in a direction where there is a danger of hitting someone, he should immediately shout a warning. The traditional word of warning in such a situation is "fore."

Keep the green nice and safe.