MADISON, Wis. -- Laser Link Golf would like to extend congratulations to both the USGA and the R&A for their latest alteration to the Rules of Golf.
After much consideration, The R&A, in conjunction with the United States Golf Association, has reached a decision regarding the use of electronic measuring devices (EMD's) during a stipulated round of golf. The rule change was recently announced in a joint announcement on September 27, 2005. Broken down into its simplest terms, electronic measuring devices will be allowed during all play. The USGA and the R&A have recognized the potential benefits of distance measurement systems, and have made a choice that will be of great benefit to the game. Players of all skill levels will now have the ability to obtain accurate yardages in a timely manner, allowing for increased pace of play and better golf shots.
"We couldn't be more excited about the announcement," said Rob O'Loughlin, President, Laser Link Golf. "It has been a long time coming, and it is the right thing to do for the game of golf. This type of technology can only speed up play and improve scores for the average player. My personal congratulations to both the USGA and the R&A for making a change that will have a positive effect on millions of golfers around the world."
The basics of the revision to Rule 14-3b are simple. New Decision 14-3/0.5 allows a committee to permit the use of distance measuring devices by Local Rule. This applies to devices that measure distance only, not any other conditions that might affect a player's game such as wind or gradient.
"I'm extremely pleased with the way the USGA and the R&A are handling the change. They've done the right thing for the game of golf," stated O'Loughlin. "This will help to eliminate any confusion, and allow players to use our product to help speed up play and improve their rounds."
About Laser Link Golf
Laser Link Golf is the producer of the Laser Link Distance System, the revolutionary distance measurement system designed specifically for golf. The laser-based system utilizes two components -- a handheld laser rangefinder and a flagstick-based reflector -- to determine the exact distance to the flagstick. Laser Link Golf products include the popular QuickShot(TM)
rangefinder, the SmartStick(TM) reflector system, and the Smarty(TM) flagstick reflector. The System is designed to speed up play and add enjoyment to the game. It is in use at more than 650 private clubs around the country, and several more daily fee courses. Laser Link Golf is based in Madison, WI, and is owned and operated by many of the same individuals that started SoftSpikes(R). They are involved in Laser Link Golf for the same reason they got involved in SoftSpikes(R) -- both are good for the game!
