Golf is meant to be enjoyable. But sometimes, the official rulebook feels like a punishment. If you’re just playing with friends or learning the game, it’s okay to relax a few rules. These casual rules help keep things moving and make the game fun for everyone. Here are 9 relaxed golf rules many players use in social games. 1. Mulligans You get one free re-hit during the round. Most people use it on the first tee. No questions asked. Just re-hit and move on. 2. Gimme Putts If the ball is close enough to the hole to tap in, you can count it as holed. Pick it up and move to the next tee. 3. Preferred Lies If your ball is in a rough patch or sitting in mud, you can move it to a better spot on the fairway or grass. Just make sure it’s not closer to the hole. This is common in wet conditions. 4. No Penalty for Lost Balls If you can’t find your ball, just drop a new one near where you lost it. Add one stroke and keep going. No need to walk all the way back to hit again. 5. Maximum Score per Hole Set a limit on how many shots you can take per hole. For example, double par. If you hit that number, pick up and go to the next hole. This keeps the round moving. 6. Play Ready Golf Whoever is ready hits. You don’t need to wait for the farthest person. This is great when playing with a group. 7. Skip the Bunkers If you land in a bunker and don’t want to play it, you can move your ball out with no penalty. This rule helps newer players avoid frustration. 8. Foot Wedges If your ball is stuck behind a tree or rock, some groups allow a quick nudge with your foot. Be sure everyone is okay with it before the round starts. 9. Drop Zones for Water Hazards If your ball goes into the water, you can drop a new one near the edge. Add one stroke and keep going. No need to re-hit from way back. Final Thought These rules are not part of official tournament play. But they are great for casual rounds, new players, and family games. Make sure everyone in your group agrees before you start. Then go enjoy your round.

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Hey team We have one spot left for tomorrow SCGC golf day at Caloundra Tee time is 830 Single stableford