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String Scramble: Every team receives the same length of string when they tee off (e.g., 10 feet). The string can be used to move the ball without incurring a stroke, whether to save a putt or improve a lie. Teams measure and cut the string when used. If the event ends in a tie, then the team with the most string at the end wins.
Lefty-Righty Hole: At a chosen hole, have some right-handed and left-handed clubs from the pro shop on hand. Golfers must play the hole with the opposite hand, adding humour and challenge.
Lost & Found Club Challenge:
In a scramble format, provide a mixed bag of new, gently used and old clubs, including some left- and right-handed options. Golfers draw clubs randomly from a hat and must use them for their tee shots. This adds a fun twist and tests golfers’ adaptability.
WHAM Cards: Instead of selling mulligans, offer WHAM cards for sale with 6 options on the back to save strokes; 1 Free Gimmie, 1 Free Mulligan, Move Tee Shot to the 150 yard marker, etc. These cards encourage strategic discus- sionsamongteammembers,adding depth to the game.
NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED
Here are a few more very alternative suggestions for your consideration to add some sizzle and fun to your tournaments:
Swords & Hammers: Pick a designated hole on the course and ask each player to hand over their clubs when they arrive at the tee. Then, hand each player a random club for each shot. This means they might have to make their drive with a putter or use a long iron as a pitching wedge. Up the challenge by including some antique and vintage clubs in your arsenal too.
Speed Golf: If your players are relatively young, healthy, and fit, skip the carts and caddies. Instead, ask everyone to carry their own bags and sprint between holes during a round of speed golf. This is a great challenge because players have to strike a fine balance between accuracy and speed.
Marshmallow / Wiffle Ball Challenge: Ready to bring some levity to the game? Choose a hole and ask each player to hit a marshmallow/wiffle ball off the tee instead of their standard golf ball. The player who hits it the farthest wins a prize!
Pot of Gold: Set up a table to collect money at the tee box of a short par 3. Typically, golfers will pay $5 - $10 per golfer to get in the pot. Any tee shot that lands within 10 feet of the cup, then gets a share of the pot at the end of the day! The pot of gold allows for multiple
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