I have been playing golf now for well over 45 years. There are a couple of things in the game that cause a potential problems. First is the time it takes to complete a round of golf and second the cost to be involved in the game. Given the TV ratings on golf broadcasts and the rise of the Golf Channel, the game is still very popular, its just that play is down. Let's talk about that for a minute shall we?
Consider the time constraint of finishing 18 holes of golf. A game of golf should be completed in no more than just over four hours and fifteen minutes in my opinion. I have completed rounds, at a leisurely pace by the way and not pushing it, in just over three hours. Why is it that play can take up to five to six hours? It just doesn't make sense but long rounds time wise are common place, especially on weekends. Let's face it there are more people on the course. How come a round takes that long?
Why the importance of completing a round of 18 holes? What's wrong with just playing nine if you have a time crunch? Should all courses have a nine hole rate? That is something to consider. Two hours on a golf course is better than four and a half if you can't spend that much time on a game. You still can enjoy the game and have the option of playing 18 some other time when you have the time. I know that it takes a change in perception but why not?
I will have more on all of this in my next few posts. Until the next post, hit 'em long and straight. By the way, visit my website at http://the-golf-course-travel-bag.com. I am still building it, but it is up and running. I am working very hard right now to complete the course directory so keep coming back. It will be completed soon.
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| The first tee at Catalina Island. Yes, they do have a golf course. |
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