In Golf: What Are the Rules for Scramble and Best Ball?

Scramble and best ball are two popular formats used in golf. Here are the rules for each format:

Scramble

  • All players on the team hit tee shots.
  • The team chooses the best tee shot.
  • All players hit their second shots from the chosen tee shot location.
  • Again, the team chooses the best second shot.
  • The process continues until the ball is holed.
  • The team with the lowest total score wins.

Best Ball

  • Each player on the team plays their own ball throughout the round.
  • After each hole, the team's score is the best score out of the four individual scores.
  • The team with the lowest total score wins.

Additional Rules

  • Scramble and best ball can be played with teams of two, three, or four players.
  • The order of play is determined by the team captain.
  • If a ball is lost or out of bounds, the team can take a one-stroke penalty and drop a new ball at the previous shot location.

FAQs

  • Can teams use different clubs on different shots? Yes, teams can use different clubs on different shots.
  • How do teams decide which shot is the best? Teams can use any method they choose to decide which shot is the best.
  • Can players putt from different locations? No, players must putt from the same location as the previous shot.
  • Do all players have to hit tee shots? Yes, all players on the team must hit tee shots.
  • Can teams share clubs? Yes, teams can share clubs.

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