ntguthrie
Newbie
I'm helping organize a Birdie Bash this weekend. Just wanted to get some input from the general DG community on hole layout for the event. The course we're playing at (Greenfield DGC) is 6650' from the white tees & 4930' from the red tees , par 61 with about a 50/50 mix of open(ish) and wooded holes. Given that the event is geared toward beginner/intermediate players, we don't want to play all white tees and eliminate newer players from getting any points. However for the more advance players that show up, we don't want every hole to be a 200' shot, especially given that most everyone will be getting a high-speed driver.
Our current plan is to play a mix of red and white tees (roughly 2/3 red & 1/3 white). This will shorten some of the longer open holes to make it more realistic for newer players to birdie. I think most of the shorter wooded holes will still be played from the white tees as shortening them doesn't have a huge effect. Especially if we group newer players on the same card for the 2nd round, I think this would allow everyone the chance to pick up some points & have a good time. I think the new Birdie Bash point system (point for CTP if no one hits metal) will help as well.
Does anyone out there have experience running a Birdie Bash and could provide any input? Also, are there any thoughts on additional games that could be included in the event? Thanks in advance.
Our current plan is to play a mix of red and white tees (roughly 2/3 red & 1/3 white). This will shorten some of the longer open holes to make it more realistic for newer players to birdie. I think most of the shorter wooded holes will still be played from the white tees as shortening them doesn't have a huge effect. Especially if we group newer players on the same card for the 2nd round, I think this would allow everyone the chance to pick up some points & have a good time. I think the new Birdie Bash point system (point for CTP if no one hits metal) will help as well.
Does anyone out there have experience running a Birdie Bash and could provide any input? Also, are there any thoughts on additional games that could be included in the event? Thanks in advance.