The Fine Print
Format & Rules
2-Man four-ball stroke play, and the winner is the low net score over two rounds. USGA rules apply in any situation not described below.
Format
Net Best Ball Shamble. Both teammates drive, select the best drive, and both hit their second shots from the selected drive. Play your own ball from there. 75% handicap allowance.
Skins (only gross scores are used on par 3s) and Closest to the Pin on holes 3 & 13.
Net Best Ball. Play with your own ball; the better net score of the two partners counts. 85% handicap allowance.
Tee Boxes
Hazards
Considered a lateral hazard to maintain pace of play; drop and take a stroke penalty.
Considered a lateral hazard to maintain pace of play; drop and take a stroke penalty.
Ball Adjustments
Move to the nearest point of relief.
Move to the nearest point of relief (including in bunkers).
Play as it lies. The one exception: a ball in a divot may move to the nearest point of relief.
Play as it lies.
Move to the nearest point of relief.
Other Notes
Make the other team aware, and the golfer may complete the hole with two balls without penalty. Immediately following the round, bring the situation to the PKL Committee for a ruling before scores are posted.
Apply in any situation not described above.
Enter everyone’s gross score, and keep your gross score on the actual course scorecard as well.
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You’ve read the fine print. Now grab your partner and get your name in.