When organizing a shotgun start, what is the timing issue with scorecards?

In a shotgun start, all players begin their rounds simultaneously from different holes on the course, which means that the timing of scorecard collection becomes crucial. Since players start at the same time, if the scorecards arrive at the same moment, there is limited opportunity for them to fill in their scores accurately while playing. This creates a timeframe issue; players need to ensure that their scorecards reflect their performance correctly before they wrap up their play, but with everyone starting at once, they may not have adequate time to do so.

While players may be expected to keep track of their scores during play, the fact that all scorecards arrive simultaneously can lead to confusion or rushed entries, making this timing issue significant. In contrast, the other options either misunderstand the operational dynamics of a shotgun start or misinterpret the role and timeline of scorecards during such events.