Missed putts?

After borrowing the idea from a fellow Golf Course Superintendent, I enlisted the assistance of a few members willing to donate their time.  (Thank you both, Mr. Fike and Mr. Lynch)

The project was to identify golfer's un-repaired or incorrectly repaired ball marks on one Par 3.  The photos below illustrate the several hundred un-repaired or incorrectly repaired ball marks on Hole #15.  This exercise took approximately 45 minutes and clearly identifies that members are not taking the time to fix their ballmarks.  


The heat of the summer results in a larger moisture requirement for proper plant hydration.  This will create a slightly softer surface than typically experienced at the club.  


The next time your putt shimmies offline, there is a high probability that it is the result of  a ballmark.  Please show ownership in your golf course and help us maintain the best possible surface.