Stableford
Earn points based on how each hole finishes vs par: double-eagle 16, eagle 8, birdie 4, par 2, bogey 1, double-bogey or worse 0. A blow-up hole only costs you 0 instead of 8 — keeps the round in play.
- Players
- Any size
- Net scoring
- Supported
How it works
The mechanics, hole by hole.
- 1Score each hole normally, then convert to points using the standard table (double-eagle 16, eagle 8, birdie 4, par 2, bogey 1, double+ 0).
- 2Highest point total wins.
- 3Net option computes points off the player's handicap-adjusted score on each hole.
- 4Pick up after a quadruple bogey — you can't score worse than 0 on a hole anyway.
When to play it
Best fit.
Great for mixed-handicap groups where you want everyone to stay engaged through 18 even after a blow-up hole. Particularly popular for charity outings and member-guests where pace of play matters — players are encouraged to pick up once they're out of a hole.
Worked example
3 holes, with the math shown.
| Player | H1 (par 4) | H2 (par 5) | H3 (par 3) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike | 3 (+4) | 5 (+2) | 3 (+2) | +8 |
| Tom | 4 (+2) | 4 (+4) | 2 (+4) | +10 |
| Austin | 5 (+1) | 7 (0) | 4 (+1) | +2 |
Tom's two birdies (+4 each) plus a par put him at 10 points. Austin's double-bogey is just 0 — no extra punishment beyond losing the chance at points.
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