Golfers. We’re a superstitious lot, generally. Thus, it’s not surprising to hear of a fellow hacker who puts the exact same items in the exact same pockets for every round. That’s par for the course (couldn’t resist). On the other hand, some golfers couldn’t care less: Grab a handful of tees at the pro shop and be on your way (and ask to borrow a divot tool on the first green because you forgot yours…then use one of said tees as a ball marker because you forgot that as well).
It was interesting, then, to see @AthensGolfer9 pose the following question in the forums.
“What does everyone carry in their pockets while they play? I used to be a “take everything but a ball marker and a couple of tees out of pockets” kinda guy, but I’ve been hitting the range the past few weeks and have left my phone in my pocket. I do not have a range finder yet and am relying on my phone to track distances on the course, so I’m tempted to start playing rounds with my phone on me. What do y’all think? Is this going to throw me off or is it a matter of preference?”
For my part, it doesn’t matter which front pockets the following goes in, but some combination of a divot tool, a SEPTA token ball marker, 3-4 tees.
A few of the many responses, below.
@Abh159
“Divot repair tool, ball marker, 1 short tee, 1 long tee.
“Anything else (especially something bulky like a phone) and I feel weird.”
@kamaaina1
“Ball, Elk Horn divot tool, long tee, & Philippine 10-Peso coin/marker. Wallet, phone & keys removed…”
@JCspears
“Right front – 3 tees and a ball marker. (Have used the same ball marker for 4 years now)
“Left front – absolutely never anything
“Back left – yardage book cover with scorecard/yardage book (only in tournaments)
“Back right – nothing”
@etodd
“Front right pocket is usually a ball marker/divot tool combo. I have a few cool ones (Seamus, MannKrafted, Lajosi, Lamb, etc.) that have some great patina.
“I always stick my tee between my hat and my right temple. Have done this since I was a kid – idk haha. Doesn’t bother me! I also use plastic tees, I know… I’m no purist.
“Glove always in the right rear when it’s off.”
For more fantastic replies for your use, and to add any gems of your own, visit the thread.
Your Reaction?LIKE5LEGIT2WOW0LOL3IDHT0FLOP1OB0SHANK3
