The Hold the Green Journal
Notes on running leagues and tournaments, format deep-dives, and stories from clubs who’ve made the switch.
FormatsWe Ran a Ryder Cup Format Event and It Ended in a Tie
Our league finally ran a real Ryder Cup format event this fall, scramble, better ball, and singles all in one round. Forty guys, ten foursomes, and it came down to the last match. Here's what it actually took to run, and what almost went sideways.
OrganizingGolf League Payout & Prize Pool Structures
Every golf league that runs money through it eventually has a payout argument. Here is how casual leagues typically split season pots, run skins games, and keep the cash side of things from turning into a headache.
OrganizingSpreadsheet vs. App: Managing a League Without Losing Your Mind
I ran my own league off a spreadsheet for years before Hold the Green ever existed, so I know exactly where it works and exactly where it falls apart. Here's the honest version, not the sales pitch.
OrganizingHow to Handle No-Shows and Subs in a Weekly League
No-shows and last-minute subs are part of running any weekly league. Here is how to set a policy, build a subs list, and keep scoring fair before the scramble starts.
OrganizingHow to Run a Golf League (Once You've Actually Got One)
Starting a league is the fun part. Running it well for a whole season is a different job: pairings, scoring, standings, subs, communication, rainouts, and keeping people engaged. Here's the actual weekly and seasonal rhythm of league admin.
Product UpdatesHold the Green's Beta Is Officially Open
We're opening the beta. Hold the Green is built for the real job of running a golf league week after week, not just tracking a round, with more ways to set up your season than any app out there. Sign up and get in.
FormatsGolf League Formats: Best Ball vs. Scramble vs. Stroke Play
Best ball, scramble, stroke play, or Stableford? The format you pick decides who has fun, how long you're out there, and who even bothers showing up. Here's a plain take from a 25 handicap on picking the right one for your league.
