http://www.oga.org/index.php en kelly@oga.org Copyright 2011 2011-04-28T20:53:42+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/3023 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/3023#When:22:19:08Z Long time respected volunteer and OGA Rules Official, Donald Joe Kowitz, Sr. died suddenly January 30, 2012 at the age of 80. Inside the Ropes: The OGA Championship Blog, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, The FUNdamentals: The OGA Junior Golf Blog, The Scorecard, 2012-01-31T22:19:08+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/3026 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/3026#When:20:10:21Z Ever wondered what it feels like to play "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?" Now's your chance to answer questions in our exciting and entertaining take on this game show with, "Who Wants to Be a Rules Official" at the Portland Golf Show on Friday, February 11 at 2:30pm.  This post contains a short quiz and entry submission instructions - GOOD LUCK! Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2012-01-31T20:10:21+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/3017 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/3017#When:22:10:05Z An in-depth look at what happened to Rory McIlroy on the 9th hole leading to a two-stroke penalty during the 2nd round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2012-01-27T22:10:05+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2813 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2813#When:01:00:19Z If you have not already ordered an updated Rules and/or Decisions book we will have both by the beginning of next week and are available to order online today at www.ogagolfshop.com. Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, Rules Education, The Scorecard, 2011-12-01T01:00:19+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2792 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2792#When:15:48:34Z Unfortunately, most golfers acquire Rules information by absorbing “knowledge” watching tournaments on TV and listening to their buddies who “know” the Rules - in 2012, why not find a better source? Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-11-15T15:48:34+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/312 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/312#When:21:35:11Z If you have lifted your ball in the rough, placed it within 6" and thought you were using preferred lies – please read on. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-11-08T21:35:11+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2768 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2768#When:15:32:35Z Last week the USGA and R&A released the revisions to the Rules of Golf that will come into effect on January 1, 2012 as part of their normal four year cycle.  In general, these revisions continue the precedent set in 2008 (the last revision) where the Rules are becoming more player friendly and move to uniformity on all parts of the course.  What follows is a brief synopsis of the more impactful changes. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-11-01T15:32:35+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2730 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2730#When:16:46:12Z This weekend at TPC Summerlin, Kevin Na appeared to swing and miss on the 15th tee.  Continue on to see the VIDEO and how the Rules of Golf apply to the incident. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-10-02T16:46:12+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2660 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2660#When:22:52:54Z When Patrick Cantlay's caddie smoothed the sand after his player failed to extract his ball from that same bunker, Cantlay thought he was in breach of Rule 13-4 and, in a demonstration of his respect for the Rules, immediately conceded the hole to Kraft. Like many, he misinterpreted the rule as there was no penalty. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-09-06T22:52:54+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2594 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2594#When:22:03:28Z The PGA/USGA Rules Workshop also returns to the Portland area March 18 – 21 Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-08-09T22:03:28+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2593 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2593#When:22:00:19Z It should never happen - but it does. Someone gets mad over missing a putt and takes a swipe at the ball or at the green and leaves a large divot in the putting surface. So what do you do? It depends somewhat on who you are. If you are the course superintendent or one of the maintenance staff and you see someone do this you might be tempted to move the player out of bounds. But what if you are a golfer? What are your options? Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-08-09T22:00:19+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2234 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2234#When:14:38:46Z Webb Simpson correctly applied a one-stroke penalty for a breach of Rule 18-2b at the Zurich Classic.  However, numerous online articles got the reason why incorrect.  See why here. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-05-03T14:38:46+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2185 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2185#When:16:42:49Z After a short break and repeated requests, OGA Rules Riddlers are finally back.  In order to answer this one correctly you’ll need to ensure your thought process is free from “obstructions” as you help the Committee sort out Bobby’s drops, places and deflections to come up with the correct Ruling. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-03-22T16:42:49+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2188 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2188#When:15:31:21Z Over a third of responses correctly determined the result in the holiday three-ball match between Rudolph, Donder and Blitzen.  Who will lead the sleigh?  Read on to see how Rules Riddler #16 was resolved. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-03-22T15:31:21+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2154 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2154#When:17:16:21Z Ever wondered what it feels like to play "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?"  Now's your chance to answer questions in our exciting and entertaining take on this game show with, "Who Wants to Be a Rules Official" at the Portland Golf Show on Friday, February 11 at 2:30pm.  If you are interested in becoming a contestant with a chance to win great prizes, including a trip to Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, be sure to read the instructions included in this post! Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, News, The Scorecard, 2011-01-24T17:16:21+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2153 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2153#When:20:37:35Z The year is young yet both Villegas and now Harrington have been DQ'd at tournaments for actions they committed during play that were called in by viewers of the telecast.  What are your thoughts? Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-01-22T20:37:35+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2129 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2129#When:23:43:41Z See the video and a detailed explanation of what happened to Camillo Villegas during the first round of the Hyundai Tournament of Champions.  His ignorance of a two stroke penalty he incurred on the 15th hole led directly to his subsequent DQ for signing an incorrect scorecard. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2011-01-07T23:43:41+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2113 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2113#When:22:17:12Z Loose impediments and an unfortunate collision between the coin and the ball lead to three of the four penalty strokes incurred by Bob on the hole.  Nearly one-quarter of responses were correct in this Riddler!  Continue on to see how Bob's hole is resolved. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2010-12-30T22:17:12+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2114 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2114#When:22:18:28Z Riddler 16 was penned with a holidays in mind, as Rudolph, Donder and Blitzen turn out for their regular December three-ball match.  All three are playing great and through 17 holes the matches are all square.  Donder has the honor on the 18th tee but Rudolph, always wanting to lead the way tees up and plays.  Donder says to Rudolph, “You really should let the rest of us lead the way more often, Rudolph.”  Continue on to enjoy one of the more difficult Riddlers to date. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2010-12-23T22:18:28+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2111 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2111#When:18:40:21Z After nearly 30 years of the same policy, the Pacifc Northwest Golf Association has recently updated their Preferred Lies Policy. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, News, The Scorecard, 2010-12-09T18:40:21+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2103 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2103#When:02:27:34Z We have all accidentally dropped our ball, a club or maybe a hat while playing.  What happens when it strikes your ball in play or your ball marker?  You have likely heard about the penalty stroke Ian Poulter incurred during the play-off at the Dubai World Championships.  Though many have labeled the penalty "unfair" continue on to see why this Ruling makes perfect sense when you have a better understanding of the Rules that apply. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2010-12-01T02:27:34+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2101 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2101#When:01:00:25Z Bob plays his tee shot into the hazard and after making a smart decision to drop the ball with the aid of some nearby grass he plays a great shot to the green only to drop his coin on his ball.  Test your knowledge on the Rules of Golf with the latest Rules Riddler from the OGA. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2010-12-01T01:00:25+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2102 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2102#When:00:55:58Z Multiple unplayable drops and replacing a divot when not permitted led to a score that only 8% of responses correctly submitted.  Continue on to see how this OGA Rules Riddler was resolved. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2010-12-01T00:55:58+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2088 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2088#When:17:33:05Z After a perfect drive to the fairway on a par four, everything begins to go wrong for Tim ... or does it?  More unplayable lies in Riddler #14.  Test your knowledge on the Rules of Golf with the latest Rules Riddler from the OGA. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2010-11-16T17:33:05+00:00 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2089 http://www.oga.org/index.php/Rules/outsidedetail/C68/2089#When:17:30:41Z Did Jerry playing a wrong ball or did he play from a wrong place?  Actually, Jerry used the eraser Rule to escape almost penalty free.  Continue on to see how this OGA Rules Riddler was resolved. Rules, Outside Agency: The OGA Rules of Golf Blog, 2010-11-16T17:30:41+00:00