Rules of golf

November 7th, 2024

Rules Review: I know there’s a 14-club limit, but can I carry an extra driver head if I only use one?

November 2nd, 2024

Seven easy ways to use the Rules of Golf to lower your scores, according to a rules expert

While most people see the rules as limiting what golfers can do on the course, a broader understanding of golf’s dos and don’ts allows players to take advantage of opportunities the rules also present – and keep your scorecard from blowing up in the process.

October 31st, 2024

Rules Review: I rubbed the green with my hand to see if it was wet. My opponent says that’s a penalty. True?

Can you put your hand down with the intent of checking for moisture?

October 24th, 2024

Rules Review: It drives me crazy when my opponent puts a marker in front of his ball on the green. Can you do that?

The intent here is not to introduce a new generation of golfers to a classic way to (cough) cheat. Rather, it’s a friendly reminder to be on the lookout for a small handful of players prone to take some liberties when it comes to marking their golf ball on the putting green.