9 things you should never do at a golf course, according to PGA pros and employees
Golf has a few more etiquette rules and guidelines than other sports.
Mr.Somchai Sukkasem/Shutterstock We asked people working in the golf industry and other pros what not to do on a golf course .
They said leaving ball marks and setting your bag down on the green is bad etiquette.
Arriving late for a tee time or playing loud music can make the day unenjoyable for everyone.
Whether you're a first-timer at your neighborhood links or planning to visit one of the world's most prestigious golf courses , following proper etiquette is imperative.
Business Insider asked PGA pros and course employees about the biggest mistakes people make at golf courses — and how they can be more respectful players.
Here's what they said.
Spending time watching shots when you want to keep things moving You should be ready to swing right after the other players in your group. kasakphoto/Shutterstock Justan Johnson, a PGA golf instructor at East Potomac Golf Links and the owner of Blue Golf Performance in Washington, DC, told BI that he doesn't like it when golfers waste time watching other players' shots land.
"Instead, they should be playing 'ready golf' — meaning standing at their ball quietly, without distraction, preparing for their next shot while their partner is hitting," he said.
"As soon as their partner's shot lands, they should be hitting their shot in the next 20 seconds." Johnson added that keeping things moving can save about 30 minutes a game.
Breaking the dress code Erika Larkin , the director of instruction at Creighton Farms golf club in Virginia, told BI that players should always pay attention to a golf course's dress code .
Wearing things like jeans, tank tops, and backward hats can be seen as disrespectful.
"Golf has always been a game about class and integrity, so it's best to wear proper attire like a collared shirt with golf shorts or a skirt," she said.
Forgetting to repair your marks on the green The divot tool is meant to repair imperfections on the green.
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