Rules Guy

Rules Guy: My playing partner accidentally hit my 'lost' ball. What now?
Rules Guy: My playing partner accidentally hit my 'lost' ball. What now?
What do you do when your playing partner ends up hitting the ball you've been looking for? Rules Guy has the answer.
Rules Guy: My divot impeded my next shot. Can I stomp on it?
Rules Guy: My divot impeded my next shot. Can I stomp on it?
If the divot from your preceding shot impedes your next shot, are you allowed to tamp the divot down? Rules Guy has the answer.
Rules Guy: Is it legal to lean on a tree for support while hitting?
Rules Guy: Is it legal to lean on a tree for support while hitting?
Is it permissible to lean on a tree for support while attempting to hit a shot from an awkward lie? Rules Guy has the answer.
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