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Golf, a noble and elegant sport, is still a competition. That's why there should be clear rules that everyone accepts. If you want to know what a golf referee does, below some of their functions are explained.

The behaviour and discipline of golfers are essential for the game to be brought to a successful end and for a fair competition.

Functions of a golf referee

This professional's role is not so much to punish or rule infractions, but to prevent or avoid them.

This work is carried out by accompanying the players around the golf course. The golf referee is the person who judges the situation and makes decisions in cases that may be controversial.

Functions

The following are among the golf referee's main tasks:

- They must ensure that the golfer has counted his/her clubs on the tee of the first hole.

- Find out if the player can identify his/her own ball on the tee.

- Let the golfer know if it has been placed correctly.

- Alert whether the drop that is going to be carried out is valid or not.

Requirements to become a golf referee

Two of the conditions established for applicants to become a golf referee are: to have been federated for the last 4 years and to have a handicap of less than 18.

The relevant theoretical test must be passed with a score higher than 80%. This is on the subjects that a referee must have a strong knowledge of, among which are the 34 rules that govern the sport.

Other important issues within the broad knowledge base required are etiquette, shots, holes and relief situations.

Now that you know what a golf referee does, you can feel confident when you play under his/her watch.

Want to practice your swing? Looking for a place with good weather to do so?

Don't worry, thanks to its good weather and 300 days of sunshine, Mallorca is the ideal place to enjoy playing golf. It's without a doubt a sure bet! 

Enjoy all the seasons of the year!

Any time of year is good for visiting the island, come to Golf Pollensa and play golf in Mallorca:

- Spring: The perfect season for playing golf. Practice your swing on sunny days with temperatures between 17º and 24ºC. The perfect time to visit the island!

- Summer: If you like to play golf in the heat, this is the perfect time for you, the temperatures rise and the sun gets really strong. Remember to put on sunscreen every so often and to drink water to stay hydrated.

- Autumn: Temperatures drop a little more than in spring, but the island still has a special charm with the falling leaves, less tourism and lots of popular festivals in different towns on the island of Mallorca.

- Winter: Although temperatures usually don't go over 15ºC, and some days playing golf just isn't an option, on other days you'll be able to practice your swing with pleasant temperatures and much better weather than in the north of Europe. It's the perfect season to enjoy a hot chocolate after finishing your game!

Come play golf in Mallorca and enjoy everything the island has to offer!

Coming to play golf in Mallorca is a great idea not only because the weather allows you to play all year round, but because you will also be able to visit many of the famous places on the island, in addition to practicing the sport.

If you choose to spend your holidays in Mallorca, take your clubs and come play on our golf course: enjoy the views of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains from Golf Pollensa!

After completing some golf holes in Mallorca you have to take care of your equipment. Sticks and balls will take most care, but you should also pay attention to clothes and shoes. This will ensure that everything is in perfect condition when you come back to play golf in Pollensa. But we warn you that the maintenance of the golf equipment starts already in the field itself.

Maintenance of golf equipment: clubs and balls

A golfer who uses specific bags for clubs shows that he knows how to protect them. If you do, you'll avoid rubbing each other and consequent damage.

Woods and putters should always be in their sheath to avoid cracks.

Keep the clubhead clean, preventing grass or mud from accumulating on stretch marks. Dry the sticks after each game, especially if it has rained, and clean the grip every 4 or 5 games so that the handle is always as new.

As for the balls, they should be cleaned every few holes and when they are dirty with mud at the beginning of the hole. After a game, you can wash them with soap and warm water without fear of damaging them.

The golf cart is also included in the maintenance of the golf equipment. We suggest you to clean and oil it periodically; If it's electric, charge it only when necessary.

Other maintenance of golf equipment: clothing

Try not to store wet clothes in the bag to prevent the clothes or the bag from rotting.

Clean the shoes after each game, especially if they have been wet. If you lose a nail or it has worn out, just change it.

Finally, we recommend that you keep your gloves stretched and dry when they are wet. If it rains while you play golf in Mallorca, change the leather ones to synthetic ones.

There are many different models and types of golf clubs on the market. However, if you are looking to buy the golf clubs which are best suited to you, you should keep the following things in mind:

"How to choose golf clubs"

• Materials:

Steel clubs are the heaviest but provide more control. However, graphite clubs are the most commonly used and widely recommended because of their lightness.

• A right-handed or a left-handed person:

If you are buying golf clubs, check to see if they are designed for a right-handed or a left-handed person. This is one of the most important criteria when buying.

• Durability and rigidity:

The materials the golf club is made from will affect its durability and rigidity. Clubs which are less rigid will give you more height and distance.On the other hand, if what you are looking for is speed, you will need a more rigid club.

• Weight:

Steel clubs are heavier and allow us to be more accurate with our swings. There are also hybrid golf clubs that combine materials to achieve intermediate results without you having to use a heavy club.

• The shape and the "head":

The shape and the "head" of the club will help determine the thrust of the ball.These features will allow you to influence the ball's trajectory in one way or another.

• The handle

As well as the head of the golf club, another element to consider if we want to buy the best golf clubs is the handle.The handle of the golf clubs should give us a good grip and be comfortable.    

• Price:

Price is another factor that will influence our decision when buying golf clubs.The price will vary depending on what features we are looking for in our golf club.

It is very important that you are clear with regard to these aspects before buying golf clubs since your set of clubs has to be suited to you, your physical characteristics and your style of play.