Round By Round

BY ORRY GRASSI, GOLF COMMITTEE DIVOTS,

BALL MARKS & SAND

A new season of golf has just begun. The Golf Pro, the staff and maintenance greenkeepers worked extremely hard to get the golf course in fantastic shape. What we need right now is the help of all those who utilize the golf course.

Every golf cart has a mixture of sand and seed in an easy-to-use container on the outside of the carts on the driver and passenger sides. These are for divots.

Every tee box has a mixture of sand and seeds. Fixing ball marks should be done with a divot tool. The angle of the tool helps to make it easier to fix. Replacing the divot made after you swing is better than using the mix. When you do need to use the mixture, it is best not to overfill the divot.

Sand is another matter. Once you are in the sand and get the rakes provided, you should rake all footprints and other marks that you made in the sand. You then use the back or smooth part so as not to destroy the grass on the edges of the trap (pushed to the center of the bunker).

We should all keep all four wheels of the carts on the paths. Sharp turns damage turf, so please avoid them and muddy areas. If all guests and member follow these simple guidelines, it will make it better for all who play, watch or keep the course great.