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What format shall we play today?
From Chapman to Texas Scramble: seven clear explainers with printable cards for club events.
COMPETITION VARIATION
Chapman (Pinehurst)
Two drives. Swap balls. One team.
Explanation & print guide →OFFICIAL RULES FORMATFoursomes (alternate shot)
One ball. Two players. Alternate every shot.
Explanation & print guide →OFFICIAL RULES FORMATFour-ball
Two balls. The better score counts.
Explanation & print guide →COMPETITION VARIATIONScramble
Play together. Choose the best position.
Explanation & print guide →COMPETITION VARIATIONTexas Scramble
Scramble with additional team conditions.
Explanation & print guide →OFFICIAL RULES FORMATMatch play
Win holes, not total strokes.
Explanation & print guide →OFFICIAL RULES FORMATStroke play
Every stroke counts.
Explanation & print guide →These are practical explainers; the event's conditions and local rules govern actual play.