Slow Play on the Course….Just Relax.
Slow Play on the Course
Recently, two foursomes executed a golfer’s version of Fight Club during a round in Canada. Can anyone guess why? Broken bones and broken clubs were among the most recent casualties of, you guessed it, Slow Play on the Course. I have never understood the amount of aggression towards others when having to wait.
Don’t get me wrong, I get it, it is certainly frustrating at times to wait only because I can’t wait to get back out there and swing the sticks. However, screaming and yelling, or worst yet, fighting with a slow group is senseless. Perhaps we need to put things in perspective here.
In life there is always waiting. Waiting at security to board a plane, waiting to get a flimsy burger at a fast food chain, or waiting in traffic to get to a job that you don’t like. When was the last time you read an article about two foursomes getting into a brawl over french fries?
Our message here is this, having to wait a couple minutes on a golf course with some buddies is probably the best scenario imaginable. With all the things we have to wait for in life, how is spending a few extra minutes outside, on a beautiful course with some buddies a bad thing? Take your time, enjoy your surroundings, and as one of my least favorite players in the NFL once said, “RELAX.”
Enjoy your day and your round. If you find yourself getting frustrated because of the group ahead of you, we have put together a couple ideas for you and your group to do while you wait, and they don’t include right hooks, left crosses or body blows. Who knows, you might make a little cash while waiting.
Have a Drink: Hopefully you have an overly ambitious cart girl who can keep you hydrated. Enjoy your favorite beverage while you wait.
Prop Bets: Rather than throw stones at the slow group in front of you, make some side bets on their play. For example, dude is lining up for a 3 ft. putt, will he make it? Place your bets and see who can guess the outcome.
Practice your trick shots: The only way to perfect is to practice. While waiting for the group in front, master your trick shots.
Practice your golf form: Not to often you have the time to practice on your form. Take this opportunity to work on your form and follow thru.
Wash Up: Everyone's balls are dirty. Give them a good scrubbing.
Crank the tunes and dance. If nothing else, start your own dance party.
So please, with sugar on top, don't fight with fellow golfers. In the end, everyone is trying to have a good time.
