Which format should I pick? (Scramble, best ball, stroke)
Plain-English definitions so you can choose the right play format for your crowd.
Most charity events use a scramble — it's fun, fast, and friendly for all skill levels. Here's the difference:
- Scramble (recommended): Everyone on the team hits, you pick the best shot, and everyone plays from there. One team score per hole. Great for mixed-ability groups.
- Best ball: Everyone plays their own ball; the team takes the lowest score on each hole.
- Stroke play: Each golfer's individual total. More competitive/serious events.
- Stableford: A points-based system (less common for charity scrambles).
When in doubt, choose scramble. You can change the format in your event settings before the event.
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