How to Start a Golf League
One of America's most popular pastimes is golf, but starting a golf league is no easy task. Finding players who are interested might be easy, but finding a group that all are available to play at the same time may be a daunting task. Here's how to start a golf league that will be sure to bring out the competitor in all of you.
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Find some friends or coworkers who like to golf. Your friends need not be good; in fact, it will be much more enjoyable for everyone if the entire group has a similar skill level. If some players are on a much higher level than others, you may have difficulty maintaining everyone's commitment to the competition.
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Compose your league with an even number of players. If you have an odd number, you may end up having to add an outsider to your group, or one of you may have to play with a different group of golfers, depending on the course.
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Choose a course or courses that are located where the majority in your league reside. Make it easy for everyone to participate, so their commitment won't waver.
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Focus on the fun of the game and the camaraderie. Everyone loves a little competition, but save the hard-core attitude for the PGA Tour and keep the social aspect of your gold league at the forefront.
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Select a night that will work for the majority in the league. Find league alternates to fill in the gaps when the regulars cannot make it. This is almost assuredly going to happen, so be prepared.
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Determine a format. You have many options here: Stroke play, best ball, scramble and others. Consider changing the format each week to keep the competition fresh and lively.
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Designate one of the league members to keep track of standings or consider online solutions such as those available at Scorcard.com (see Additional Resources).
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Tips & Warnings
If your league is made up of coworkers, leave work in the office and golf on the course. Your league is supposed to be for fun; don't let the office break it down or lose your professionalism in the office because of golf banter.
