⛳ Golf Scoring System

Master the point system to build winning lineups and climb the leaderboards

Scoring Overview

In our fantasy golf contests, your selected golfers earn points based on their real-world tournament performance. Understanding the scoring system is crucial for building optimal lineups and maximizing your leaderboard position.

Action	Points	Description
Birdie	+3 pts	One stroke under par on any hole
Eagle	+8 pts	Two strokes under par on any hole
Albatross	+12 pts	Three strokes under par (rare achievement)
Hole-in-One	+15 pts	Ace on any par 3
Bogey	-0.5 pts	One stroke over par on any hole
Double Bogey or Worse	-1 pt	Two or more strokes over par
Made Cut	+5 pts	Qualifying for weekend rounds
Missed Cut	-2 pts	Eliminated after first two rounds
Top 10 Finish	+10 pts	Finishing in top 10 positions
Top 5 Finish	+15 pts	Finishing in top 5 positions
Runner-Up	+20 pts	Second place finish
Tournament Win	+30 pts	First place finish
Under-Par Round	+2 pts	Bonus for any round under par
Bogey-Free Round	+3 pts	Complete round without bogeys

Lineup Strategy Tips

🎯 Balance Risk & Consistency

Mix high-upside golfers with steady performers. Elite ball-strikers may cost more but provide consistent scoring through birdies and made cuts.

📊 Study Course History

Some golfers excel at specific courses. Research past performance at tournament venues to identify undervalued players with strong course fits.

⛳ Weather Matters

Windy conditions favor experienced players with lower ball flights. Check forecasts and adjust your lineup for weather advantages.

🔥 Ride Hot Streaks

Recent form is crucial in golf. Target players with top-10 finishes in their last 3-4 tournaments for momentum advantages.

💰 Budget Optimization

Don't leave salary unused. Maximize your budget to field the strongest possible lineup while identifying value picks in the mid-tier range.

🏆 Tournament Type

Major championships favor experienced champions. Regular tour events see more volatility and opportunity for breakout performances.

Advanced Scoring Insights

Your total score is calculated by summing all points earned by your lineup's golfers throughout the tournament. Here are key strategic considerations:

Made Cut Bonus: The +5 points for making the cut is significant. Target consistent players with high cut-making percentages.
Birdie Machines: Elite scorers who average 4+ birdies per round provide consistent point accumulation across all four rounds.
Weekend Performance: Saturday and Sunday scores carry the same weight, but top finishers often surge on Sunday. Balance your lineup accordingly.
Avoid Double Bogeys: While the penalty is small (-1 pt), golfers prone to blowup holes can derail otherwise solid rounds.
Tournament Win Multiplier: The +30 points for winning is massive. Having even one champion in your lineup can vault you up leaderboards.

Major Championship Bonuses

For the four major championships (Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, The Open Championship), point values are increased by 50% to reflect the prestige and difficulty:

Major Championship Action	Standard Points	Major Bonus Points
Tournament Win	+30 pts	+45 pts
Top 5 Finish	+15 pts	+23 pts
Top 10 Finish	+10 pts	+15 pts
Eagle	+8 pts	+12 pts

Tiebreakers

In the event of tied scores on contest leaderboards, the following tiebreaker system is used:

Golfer with the lowest tournament finish (closest to 1st place)
Most birdies or better across all golfers
Earliest lineup submission timestamp

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