Ball Mark Repair Tool
August 9, 2010 by Admin
Filed under Golf Etiquette
photo credit: badkleinkirchheim It was 1960 when the PGA first allowed ball marks on greens to be repaired. Soon thereafter, repair tools started to appear.
Repair tools are elongated with two pointed extensions (horns) on one side. When a ball lands on the green it will usually make a small divot in the green’s surface. Sometimes an actual divot can be located nearby lying on the green.
When using a repair tool, stick the pointed end into the side of the divot hole and push the tool forward towards the hole itself. Do this as needed, depending on the extent of damage. When finished, tap the entire repaired surface thoroughly with the bottom of your putter and voila, it’s as good as new!