Video:Etiquette and Rules for the Tee Box
with Todd KolbIt's important to know the rules and etiquette of being on the golf course, especially of being in the tee box. This video explains the etiquette of being in and around the tee box.
Transcript:Etiquette and Rules for the Tee Box
I'm Todd Kolb with About.com. We're going to talk about etiquette on the tee box.
Don't Distract Other Golfers in Tee Box
When your group arrives to the tee box, the person with the lowest score on the previous hole has the honor, or the right, to play first. Be sure to stand in a position where you're not a distraction to your fellow golfers. You should be quiet and standing still. Also, use this time to gather any information you might need to play your own shot. Be sure to watch your fellow competitor's golf ball until it comes to rest in case they need help finding it.
Leave Tee Box in a Timely Fashion
Finally, once you've completed your shot, be sure to gather your equipment and move off the tee box in a timely fashion. We all know etiquette is a big part of golf and it starts on the tee box. Make sure and let the person who has the honors hit first, always stand in a position where you're not going to be moving around and nice and quiet, and most importantly, keep an eye on the golf ball in case one of your fellow players needs help finding it.