Hi Linda,
After coming off the first green, I noticed that my ball was
getting a little shabby. I brought out a new ball, and played without informing
my fellow competitors. I believe I am not required to inform competitors,
either in stroke play or match play, that I am changing my ball. Is this
correct?
Thanks, love your blogs Linda,
Lou from Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders
Dear Lou,
Yes, you are permitted to change balls between the play of two
holes. There is no requirement that you inform your opponents or fellow
competitors, but I would strongly recommend that you do so. It will save
everyone from unnecessary confusion should you need assistance finding your
ball.
Each player should also announce what ball he is playing, as
well as how it is marked, at the start of the round. While it is unlikely that
two players will have the same brand, number, and personal mark, it is important to know that another player is
playing your same type of ball. This knowledge will make you more careful about
checking to see that the Brand-X ball you are about to hit is your Brand-X ball.
Linda
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