Jump to content
Check out the Spin Axis Podcast! ×
Check out the Spin Axis Podcast!
IGNORED

Before One Knew The Rules - Common Error

bkuehn1952

By bkuehn1952
in Rules of Golf

 Share
Note: This thread is 3791 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Recommended Posts

Fourputt Incredible Member

Fourputt

Posted
Posted
53 minutes ago, ColinL said:

It has just  occurred to me that not knowing  of a one-ball rule in a tournament is not so much a general ignorance of the rules but more a failure to read the conditions of the tournament which you might expect to have been handed out to the competitors.  Carelessness.

I've read that the Tour players get such information given out prior to each of their competitions, and many don't bother to read it.  It has led directly to some penalty assessments in the past.  I'm fairly amazed that a player couldn't be bothered to read something which directly affects the size of his paycheck.

Rick

"He who has the fastest cart will never have a bad lie."

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades
1
1
1
1

turtleback Super Member

turtleback

Posted
Posted
23 hours ago, rogolf said:

Imo, the one-ball condition has outlived its purpose(s), if it ever had any.

How so?  It seems as if we have so much more knowledge and technology now that would make it possible for players to have several balls to use with varying spin and flight characteristics.  I look at the one ball rule as akin to the "can't adjust or modify the playing characteristics of a club" .  One you have picked your equipment, changes in club and ball performance should occur because of your skill, not your equipment, IMO.

 

19 hours ago, Fourputt said:

I've read that the Tour players get such information given out prior to each of their competitions, and many don't bother to read it.  It has led directly to some penalty assessments in the past.  I'm fairly amazed that a player couldn't be bothered to read something which directly affects the size of his paycheck.

Paging Dustin Johnson.

  • Upvote 1

But then again, what the hell do I know?

Rich - in name only

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades
1

  • Administrator
iacas Hall of Fame Member

iacas

Posted
  • Administrator
Posted
12 minutes ago, turtleback said:

How so?  It seems as if we have so much more knowledge and technology now that would make it possible for players to have several balls to use with varying spin and flight characteristics.  I look at the one ball rule as akin to the "can't adjust or modify the playing characteristics of a club" .  One you have picked your equipment, changes in club and ball performance should occur because of your skill, not your equipment, IMO.

It's still :offtopic: for this thread. If anyone wants to discuss this again, I suggest we find and revive one of the existing threads.

Erik J. Barzeski — ⛳ I knock a ball. It goes in a gopher hole. 🏌🏼‍♂️
Director of Instruction Golf Evolution • Owner, The Sand Trap .com • Author, Lowest Score Wins
Golf Digest "Best Young Teachers in America" 2016-17 & "Best in State" 2017-20 • WNY Section PGA Teacher of the Year 2019 :edel: :true_linkswear:

Check Out: New Topics | TST Blog | Golf Terms | Instructional Content | Analyzr | LSW | Instructional Droplets

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Note: This thread is 3791 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing


  • Want to join this community?

    We'd love to have you!

    Sign Up

  • TST Partners

    PlayBetter
    Golfer's Journal
    ShotScope
    The Stack System
    FitForGolf
    FlightScope Mevo
    Direct: Mevo, Mevo+, and Pro Package.

    Coupon Codes (save 10-20%): "IACAS" for Mevo/Stack/FitForGolf, "IACASPLUS" for Mevo+/Pro Package, and "THESANDTRAP" for ShotScope. 15% off TourStriker (no code).

  • Popular Now

  • Posts

    • boogielicious
      2026 Masters

      By boogielicious · Posted

      I’m thinking maybe Jason Day read my post. He’s sitting a -3 two off Rory and Burns.
    • Shindig
      2026 Masters

      By Shindig · Posted

      Is it only the weekend broadcasts that have a low commercial count?  I feel like it has been a long while since I last watched a Thursday of the Masters, so maybe my recollection is off.  I feel today has a lot more than four minutes per hour of commercials, and far fewer of the fun stories they tell during the Sunday broadcast. 
    • saevel25
      My Swing (saevel25)

      By saevel25 · Posted

      I mean, I do slide my hips like 7 inches towards the target before impact. PGA Tour average is like 3 inches. I’m not Scottie Scheffler who can get away with it. 🤣 He slides a ton.  For me, I have to feel like I basically just turn. Though, I’m probably over exaggerating a bit with that one video because I’m really trying to push off with the left leg which sends the hip backwards. Ideally, I would be able to get my weight over to the outside of my left foot at impact and into the finish. It’s probably OK that I can slide about 7 inches as long as it’s like only three by impact.
    • WillieT
      "5 Minutes Daily" Practice Challenge

      By WillieT · Posted

      Day 32 (9 Apr 26) - Grandson is on spring break- puts in to play 9 at our home course.  Used it to work on top of horizon target point for drives and approaches…i.e. pick landing zone (fairway, green) , an intermediate target point and finally what standout feature do I want to hit “over” on the horizon (tall pine, home top, flag pole).    Better l-r dispersion w/5 of 7 drives in the short grass.  Nice little addition to the pre-shot routine. 
    • Shindig
      2026 Masters

      By Shindig · Posted

      I managed to get the full afternoon to watch (Pacific time, so the ESPN broadcast began at noon).  I just saw the first shot I feel like commenting on:  Adam Scott's tee shot on #16 was really good, especially after having what might be the worst kind of Maltese Falcon on #15.    I didn't used to like him, but the past few years he's grown on me quite a bit.
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

Welcome to TST! Signing up is free, and you'll see fewer ads and can talk with fellow golf enthusiasts! By using TST, you agree to our Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Guidelines.

  I accept