Posts Tagged ‘Play New Bern NC’

Answer to Rules Quiz #13 Ronald’s tee shot on the 14th hole was pulled left and came to rest on the 17th green. Since he had a pristine lie and a clear line of play to the 14th green, Ronald wanted to play his ball as it lies and not exercise his option to get…

First off, so many of you supported me during this time and for that I am extremely grateful. Spending several hours each week outside of work on this was not always easy, so by asking me about my progress and what I was working on you all motivated me to keep my foot on the…

Answer to Rules Quiz #12 Miguel’s approach shot hit the green (making a pitch mark) and rolled onto the fringe. With thepitch mark located on the line of play of his next shot, Miguel wants to repair his pitch mark.Rule 13 (2) covers this situation by allowing “repair of damage…to restore the putting green toits…

Answer to Rules Quiz #11 As you remember, Miguel hit his approach shot which landed on the fringe of the green.Miguel wanted to putt on his next stroke but the pitch mark his ball made when it hit theground was directly between his ball and the hole. Miguel wants to repair his pitch markbefore he…

As we endure the hot summer months, it is crucial to pay extra attention to the health of our bent grass greens. Bent grass is a delicate turf that requires specific care to thrive, especially during high humidity periods. Proper watering is essential to ensure the greens remain healthy and playable throughout the season. Bent…

Answer to Rules Quiz #10 Before hitting his shot William pulled up an out of bound stake that interfered with his intendedswing, but his partner informed him that was not permitted under the rules and was subject tothe general penalty (2 strokes). Since William replaced the OB stake before making his nextstroke, he was able…

Answer to Rules Quiz #9 William wants to pull up an out of bound stake that interferes with his swing and put it back after he hits.  Common sense tells you the stake is a man-made object that can easily be pulled up and replaced and it wouldn’t be a stretch to consider the stake…

As we are rapidly approaching summer, in this blog I would like to preview a few member tournaments to come in the following months. Another Notable Dates: We have been thrilled with the turnouts to member tournaments so far this year. I hope to see you all here for the coming events!

Answer to Rules Quiz #8 Arnold’s last shot went into a penalty area and before he dropped to put his ball back in play hewants to clear out some pine straw and pinecones laying in the drop area before he drops. Rule8 “Course Played as It Is Found” specifically covers this situation. The overall guiding…