MarczO

Many golf players are subject to extreme outbursts of anger. I personally don't lose my temper, but my dad and little brother always lose their temper while golfing. I don't know if anyone else shares this trait or can relate to it. What are your thoughs on Anger Management and Golf together?

fitz-uk

A few years back I used to get myself very worked up over bad shots. One single bad shot would completely ruin a round for me.

At this point the game stopped being fun - so I quit for a few years. Now I play and enjoy the game with good or bad shots.

You cant console someone who gets that angry over a golf shot, they have to see it for themselves and learn not to get that worked up over it.

CanCaddy

Personally, I only get upset if I lose a ball. I know it's my own darn fault, but I just hate losing a ball ... maybe because I do it so often

I've seen people get so mad at themselves over a shot that they've literally taken every club out of the bag and thrown them around. Sheesh. That kind of behavior sure ain't gonna get ya no respect. I once said to a guy who did that "excuse me, gentlemen, but have you finishing playing your game of Pick Up Sticks" (a kid's game) - almost got punched out over that one.

I'm of the mind that displays of anger that are in the extreme should be cause for removal from the course. After all, if a guy was throwing beer on ball players coming in close to the seats to make a play, he'd be ejected. Intense anger on the golf course is infectious and can mess up everyone's game, not just the guy who is angry. I say, let's ride these dudes out of town on a golf cart

Matthew_22

I am a perfectionist so its in my nature to be disappointed with mistakes, but I think the sooner you can forget about the last shot (whether it was good or bad) the more consistent you will play.

I personally hate it when people get angry on the course, it just ruins the whole atmosphere of the game. I'm no psycholigist so I don't really know why so many people yell and throw clubs, but to me it just seems like they are putting on an act or something... I mean it's just a little white ball.

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Thumperfive

It's hard - I've gritted my teeth so hard I think I busted a filling once! You just have to keep reiminding yourself that it is, after all, just a game. And everything can be replaced.

then go have a cold beer and moan about it.

jbiasi

If you're playing "just for fun," you really shouldn't get upset for more than a second or two. However, if there's money involved, I certainly understand a little more of an emotional response. On the other hand, if you are a pro, you are usually held to a higher standard of conduct.

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Michael311

I find Golf to be relaxing, but then again, I never competed.

Thumperfive

competing, well.... I'd be surprised if Tiger didn't have an ulcer by now! Talk about pressure!

CanCaddy

I guess it's like anything - there are idiots everywhere if you look closely enough

I would think that pros have to go home and have a few rounds with the punching bag if they haven't had a stellar performance. There's no way that a pro having hissy fits and throwing clubs or balls around is going to be tolerated on the tour - maybe you get one freebie, but that would be it.

I try to leave my hysteria for the mini golf course. Somehow it seems okay to go crazy if you can't get the darn ball through that stupid windmill. If I'm playing with some kids, they think it's hilarious when I make a dumb shot since I play golf so much and they know I take it very seriously.

CanCaddy

I guess it's like anything - there are idiots everywhere if you look closely enough

I would think that pros have to go home and have a few rounds with the punching bag if they haven't had a stellar performance. There's no way that a pro having hissy fits and throwing clubs or balls around is going to be tolerated on the tour - maybe you get one freebie, but that would be it.

I try to leave my hysteria for the mini golf course. Somehow it seems okay to go crazy if you can't get the darn ball through that stupid windmill. If I'm playing with some kids, they think it's hilarious when I make a dumb shot since I play golf so much and they know I take it very seriously.