Picking Up The Pace

By: Scott Simmons

Rating - 4/4 Stars

At the 2013 masters 14 year old Guan Tinlang was assessed a slow play penalty after taking to long a shot in the bunker.

In this article Scott tells us the importance in having the specific rules of the pace of play. Not only does this concern the modern day pro but also the recreational golfer and amateurs. The importance of learning to play ready golf, continuous putting and moving quickly from greens to tee and tee to green is the key that Mr.Simmons was trying to touch base on. He goes on to tell of some tips that can help move the game along much faster while not only playing in a tournament but also playing on a sunny Sunday with some friends.

This has somewhat of an affect on me as I witness slow play a lot during tournaments and while playing with friends. I have been known to be a very fast paced player and when I get up to the tee or up to my second shot and I am forced to wait for 5 to even 20 minutes for the group in front of me to finish that throws off my concentration and focus in my game. This article would be great if everyone in the golfing world were to read so everyone would learn to play ready golf and at more of a fast place.

Written by: Tyler Hale