If you watched the Masters over the weekend, it may have felt like you were transported back in time.
Why? Not a cellphone in sight.
One of the items prohibited at Augusta is any kind of cellphone.
Instead, phones are collected and then returned to patrons when they leave. Courtesy phones are available around the course.
Without a cellphone, everyone at the Masters had to live in the moment and take in what was around them, without trying to capture photos and videos while walking around.
There was something refreshing no seeing someone buried in their phone.
The reactions from the crowds added to the excitement of the Masters for those watching at home.
The move was widely praised on social media with people wanting more sporting events without cellphones.
Just last week, Brownsville Area School District banned cellphone use during the day.
Superintendent Dr. Kristin Martin told KDKA Radio’s Colin Dunlap she was already seeing positive results like her kids interacting right after the band went into effect.
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Having the ability to contact someone at any moment can be great, helpful and can save a life, but being forced to put the phone down every now and then can be a good thing… for people of any age.
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