4 Ideas for Golf Tournaments to Consider for New Players

Did you know that there are almost 25 million golfers across the United States?

It's easy to fall head over heels for a sport that's both relaxing and challenging. A fun golf tournament is one of the best ways to spend a weekend, especially if you've been more stressed than usual.

Are you wondering what you can do? Keep reading to learn all about 4 ideas for golf tournaments that new players will love.

1. Metoo

Just about all golf tournament players would enjoy a game of Metoo. It creates the type of fun frustration that you can't help but laugh at.

The main idea behind the game is that you can switch balls with someone else if you don't like your last swing. The next time your friend scores a hole-in-one, for example, all you have to say is "me too" and the shot counts as yours.

It's often the case that Metoos are limited to one per person. Before golfing with friends, you can decide amongst yourselves how many Metoos you'll allow in the tournament.

2. Bingo Bango Bongo

This type of tournament is as fun as it sounds. Once you're on your local golf course, you can explain the rules to your buddies. During each hole, you have a chance to win three points.

The first point is for the first person who makes it onto the green. The next point up for grabs is for the player who gets their ball nearest the hole. The last point is for the first person to hole out.

3. Florida Scramble

While planning golf tournaments, you should consider adding Florida scramble to the mix. First, you should break off into teams of 2 to 4 players.

The idea behind this game type is that each team will choose their best shot for each hole. Every player in the team will then have to play on that spot.

4. Raise Funds for a Good Cause

Is there a cause that's dear to you? Whether you want to donate to leukemia research or the Make-A-Wish Foundation, you can easily turn your tournament into a fundraiser. That way, people can have fun while also doing great work to help cure a disease.

You can auction off tickets for people to play in the tournament or have players get sponsors who will donate based on scores, for instance.

Ready to Try These Ideas for Golf Tournaments?

Now that you've learned all about 4 ideas for golf tournaments that new players will love, you can have a blast with your friends and family members. Nothing is better than enjoying the green with people you care about.

Laural Oak is the perfect place to host your tournaments. Our green can accommodate every kind of player, no matter their skill level. We have, not one, but two 18-hole courses that were designed by champions of the sport.

If you have any questions about our courses or our country club in general, then please don't think twice about contacting us. We're more than willing to help out.