Fellow golfers whilst the first two sessions moved at a reasonable pace last Saturday, the third session ended up being extremely slow.
Whether we were just not used to playing 18 holes or we have got too used to playing 9 hole casual golf we are not sure. The last group on the course's round ended up taking 4 hours and 45 minutes. This is not acceptable. We are aware where the gaps developed and having looked at all the evidence, have identified a men's fourball which lost in excess of 2 holes over their first 9 which caused the issue. The individuals involved have been communicated with. We would sincerely ask that all golfers please take the time to remind themselves that their place on the golf course is immediately behind the group in front and not just ahead of the group behind. Please take a minute to read the guidelines below.
Did you know? If each player in a four-ball takes 5 seconds less to play each shot, the round time can be improved by over 25 minutes.
Player responsibilities Very few golfers would admit to being slow players but we can all do our bit to play a little bit faster.
Be ready to play - While you are waiting to play, use your time wisely so when it is your turn you are ready to play.
- When it is your turn to play, play promptly.
- Consider your pre-shot routine - saving even a few seconds will help.
- When play of a hole has been completed, leave the putting green quickly.
- Play at a good pace.
- Keep up with the group in front.
- Invite the group behind to play through if appropriate.
- Play a provisional ball to save time if you think your ball may be lost.
********************** READY GOLF - HAS BEEN INTRODUCED WE WOULD ENCOURAGE ALL TO USE IT!
Simply put, "ready golf" means that each golfer within a group hits when ready.
If you reach your ball and are ready to hit, while other members of your group are not yet prepared, then go ahead and hit - even if you are not furthest away – provided it is safe to do so.