For years I watched players move the ball in a haphazard manner. Their in attention of how they place their maker behind the ball would cause challenges for the rules officials during tournaments. Additionally, they do not follow the proper procedure for moving and replacing their marker if it is in the putting path of their opponent. The process is actually very simple and it is basic knowledge that all golfers should understand.
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New Golf Rule 7.2 – Ball Moved During Search
Golf’s governing bodies change of accidentally moving your ball during a search is a spot on. Their approach takes the “fluke” or “inadvertent” interference out of the game and I for one agree with this rule change. I believe golf penalty strokes should be awarded for intent as much as a poor stroke and removing the penalty for accidentally touching or moving your golf ball just makes sense Continue reading
The Grateful Golfer 