Whether it’s your first time attending a nonprofessional golf tournament or you’ve already been to a couple of professional games, it’s always an exciting event. Watching the players use their skills to conquer a variety of golfing challenges can provide an afternoon of entertainment. In your enthusiasm, however, it’s important that you don’t forget the following important tips for making the game fun for everyone.  

5 Ways to Responsibly Enjoy a Golf Tournament 

1. Avoid Interaction With Players 

While the golf tournament is happening, let the players concentrate on the game by refraining from offering advice, striking up conversations, or asking for autographs. Such questions and interactions are appropriate in the corporate event hall before or after the tournament. Additionally, never touch the balls that they hit, as it can mess up their turn. 

2. Don’t Be a Distraction 

When a player is about to take their next shot, stand still, and do your best not to cough, sneeze, laugh, or talk. If possible, keep your shadow out of their line of sight.  

Be considerate of other attendees as well. Don’t stand in front of people or block their view with an umbrella. Both the players and other attendees would also have an easier time focusing if you avoid smoking or using your cell phone. If you must do either, move a respectable distance away. To aid in your ability to control your behavior, minimize your alcohol intake. 

3. Express Yourself Appropriately 

Cheering for the players is fine and encouraged, but mocking or criticizing them could get you removed from the golf course. Whatever you choose to say and when, avoid swear words and negative gestures out of courtesy for any children present, as well as adults who don’t care for such language. 

4. Dress Well 

For women, acceptable attire at a golf tournament would include either modest sundresses or sleeveless or short-sleeved shirts paired with sweaters, cardigans, capris, or long shorts. They should also have sandals or comfortable shoes and a wide-brimmed hat, cap, or visor to protect themselves from the sun. 

Men can wear golf or button-down shirts with khakis or long shorts. They can also wear windbreakers, hats or visors, and comfortable sandals or closed-toed shoes. 

5. Bring Supplies 

Since you’ll be spending a long period of time on your feet and in the sun, bring sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, water, and chairs that you can easily transport throughout the event venue. If rain is a possibility, pack a poncho, too. Keep some binoculars handy so that you can easily watch the action from a distance. 

 
By following these tips, you can enjoy many nonprofessional golf tournaments or set them up yourself at The Virtues Golf Club in Nashport, OH. Their beautiful grounds combined with a 60,000-square-foot clubhouse and top-notch restaurant assures that each tournament can be a wonderful and memorable experience. Find out for yourself why they’ve been ranked 65th out of America’s top 100 golf courses by calling today at (740) 763-1100 or checking out their website to get details about their tournaments.