Each fall, golfers in cooler climates invoke the "leaf rule" to lobby for a free drop when they can’t find their ball under a pile of foliage. Some use it as a concession to appease a frustrated ...

Here is an explanation of the "leaf rule," also known as Model Local Rule F-14. Understanding it can help save you during fall golf season. The post The ‘leaf rule,' explained: How it can help save ...

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The following scene happens every October. The names may or may not be changed in order to protect the individuals. Nick P., after a majestic drive into the fairway: “I swear I hit my ball straight.