They think golf is only for kids who are wimps and not tough enough to play other sports, especially football or baseball or maybe track. The biggest misunderstanding is that they actually have the idea that golf is extremely boring and a waste of time. While some think it is for the rich, it is actually for anyone who loves the game. Money doesn't matter unless you want to play on a prestigious course. Generally you must be patient and brave to play.
Some men lose their temper on only the first tee.
You can't be a poor sport and blow your top. Those who blow their tops don't realize that patience is as important as skills, shotmaking, techniques. Those are vital to a great game. Golf is generally the hardest and most challenging sport. Many people, except the golfing community, think it is not.