Previous players have been known to become irate if they discover someone else playing on what they consider to be their private course. Players should not assume a course is in shape for play at all times. Players are advised to be extremely tactful in this situation. More advanced players will find an alternate means of play when this occurs. Players are strongly encouraged to obtain permission before playing the Back Nine.
Slow play is encouraged.
However, players should be prepared to proceed at a faster pace, at least temporarily, at the owners request. It is considered outstanding performance, time permitting, to play the same hole several times in one match. A man went to a strange town to be the guest speaker at a business meeting. While playing on the front nine, he thought over his impending speech and became confused as to where he was on the course. Looking around, he saw a lady playing ahead of him.