Ladies:
As my computer imploded this weekend you are fortunate that I am currently unable to send out this month’s Rules quiz. Instead I am sending you some advice on finding answers to your Rules questions using the USGA rules app. At the bottom of this e mail I have added the link which you can use to download it to your phones or computers, totally without cost..Advice:
When you open the app the first page that opens has a “search” bar at the top Searching for answers is only as good as the words you put in.
Make sure you use the correct terms.Do not use:
Sand trap, it is a BUNKER.
Water hazard, is a PENALTY AREA.Be as specific as possible, the more specific you are the quicker you will find the answer.
If your “ball moved by player on putting green”, type those words into the search engine. By adding “putting green” it makes the answer you want quicker to find.
If your ball moved in the fairway type in “ball moved in General area”
If your ball moved when you were removing loose impediments then type all that in the search engine, “ball moved when removing loose impediments.”
Since 2019 certain conditions have been grouped together under one term. Ground under repair, immovable obstructions, animal holes and temporary water are now all covered by the word “Abnormal course conditions”. So if you need an answer about ground under repair when you type in those words the answers will come up for Abnormal course conditions. Don’t panic, you are at the right place it is just that the terms have changed.
Where you drop your ball under a Rule is now called “the Relief Area.” If you have any questions about lifting, dropping and you type in “rough”, or “fairway”, the word “General area” will come up. Again, you are in the right place, the terms have just changed.
The more specific and accurately you describe your situation the easier it will be for you to find the answer.
Try it, you might like it and it is certainly quicker than using the actual Rules book that I’m sure you all carry in your golf bag! NOT.
https://www.usga.org/content/usga/home-page/rules-hub/rules-of-golf-apps.html
I hope this helps you.
Hilary
dbwgc.com 