Category: Golf rules
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Sue’s Rules: What the Heck Is Stroke and Distance?
We are back with another fun and informative Sue’s Rules with Las Vegas Golf Hall of Fame rules official, Sue May. Have a question? Email [email protected]. Question: I am confused when I hear the term stroke and distance. What does that mean and when is it in play? Sue’s Rule: At ANY TIME a player…
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Golf Rules Rundown – Why a Tour Player Was Disqualified and What it Means to You
By Cameron MacGregor, Northern Region Executive Director During the first round of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines, PGA TOUR player Michael Brennan was disqualified for a Rules of Golf violation. While situations like this are rare — and unlikely to affect most amateur golfers — they provide a timely reminder about the role of Local Rules and…