Ball care and finding lost balls
Keep your balls in good nick and stop donating them to the water hazard.
Cleaning
- Soak in lukewarm water with a little mild dish soap.
- Wipe with a soft cloth or soft brush.
- Rinse and dry.
Avoid harsh chemicals and hot water. Most balls do not need this often. A quick wipe at the ball washer between holes does the job.
Storage
- Keep balls in a cool, dry place and out of a hot car boot.
- Do not leave them in water for long periods.
- Sort them: play your best, keep older ones for practice.
When to retire a ball
Retire a ball if it is cracked, cut, or the paint and cover are badly worn. Move it to the range bucket.
Finding your ball
- Watch the ball all the way down. Pick a landmark behind where it landed, like a tree or a bunker, and note it.
- Mark your balls with a coloured pen or a pattern that you recognise.
- Play a visible ball in the rough: colour or matte balls are easier to spot.
- Ask a playing partner to watch your ball too.
- Search for three minutes, then move on and keep pace.
Mark your ball
Draw a short line or a dot pattern with a permanent marker. It makes your ball easy to identify, and also helps you line up putts.
General guidance for casual golfers. For personal coaching, book a lesson with a golf professional at your club or range.
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