Rule 1

Rule 1: Identify the Danger

Point at trouble, say it aloud, then choose a line that removes it from play.

How to Apply

  • 1Scan for water/trees/bunker/OB.
  • 2Declare the danger.
  • 3Pick a safe start line/target.

On the Course

On the Tee

Favor wider side of fairway.

In the Fairway

Aim away from worst miss.

Around the Green

Miss to the 'good side.'