Because putting greens are specially prepared for playing the ball along the ground, the Rules allow the player to do things on the green that are not allowed anywhere else. Any damage on the green caused by a person or…
In 2019, bunkers will be given their very own Rule number and specific relief Rules. Under Rule 12, players will be allowed to touch or move loose impediments in a bunker and will be generally allowed to touch the sand…
Various changes in the new Rules will affect what caddies can and can’t do to assist players in 2019: • Under new Rule 10.2b(4) once the player begins taking a stance for their stroke, and until the stroke is made,…
Various changes in the new Rules will affect what caddies can and can’t do to assist players in 2019: • Under new Rule 10.2b(4) once the player begins taking a stance for their stroke, and until the stroke is made,…
2019 will see the introduction of another form of stroke play called maximum score. This will be an option available to Committees in addition to: • the basic form of stroke play where a player must hole out at every…
The Rules in 2019 will help players avoid unnecessary penalties when it comes to searching for their ball. Under Rule 7.4, if a player accidentally moves his or her ball while searching for it, there will be no penalty. In…
NEW GOLF RULES 2019 – Accidentally Moving Your Ball Here’s Jonathan Pearson, Head Professional at the Yorkshire Golf Academy here at Moor Allerton Golf Club explaining some of the new golf rules to come into play in 2019. To find…
Summary of the 20 most important rules changes for 2019. As of 2019, new golf rules apply worldwide. It is the most major revision of the rules for more than 30 years. This easy-to-understand video gives you a clear overview…
A quick overview of the biggest rules overhaul since 1984, including some changes from the proposed rules issued last year.