Adjusting and fixing ball marks is one of the most important mannerisms when it comes to golfing. Do you know the proper way to use a green fork?
Green forks are a necessity when playing golf
You just made a nice shot onto the green. There is a chance that the ball you hit has left a ball mark on the green. If you leave the ball mark as it is, the next player who tries to put could be troubled due to it.
When leaving behind a ball mark, if it’s summer then in a few days it should return to its original state, however, if you don’t properly clean up after your ball mark then there is a chance it could take a longer period of time for the ground to recover. Adjusting and fixing ball marks is one of the most important mannerisms when it comes to golfing. It also helps with the upkeep of the green.
After a nice shot onto the green, the ability to properly deal with a ball mark is proof of a high quality golfer. Thanks to every single person who loves playing golf properly protecting these manners, you can have a much more fun experience when playing golf.
How to fix a ball mark
STEP1
Like shown in the picture make sure to place the fork diagonally into the exterior (Where the ground has come up a little) of the ball mark.
STEP2
Bring the body of the fork up, take a little grass from about 3 or 4 different areas and pile them into the hole burying it.
STEP3
Lastly take the soul of the putter and lightly tap 2 to 3 times to flatten out the ground a little.
Left: Lightly tap the ground where you fixed the ball mark.
Right: The ball mark should become flat.
- When lifting the edge of the fork out of the grass there is a chance that the roots could be cut so please be careful.
- Please try not to cut the roots of grass when pulling out the fork.
- If you place the surrounding dirt and grass that has flown out due to the ball back into the hole, you should be able to create a nice flat surface.