Tori sits down with Leslie Rangel and Kim Eaton.

After briefing us on their golf game and a few of their secrets to staying in top shape, Leslie and Kim discuss the ins-and-outs of planning and organizing member-guest tournaments.

Key Takeaways

?      (13:10) Know your budget. Once you settle on the number of days you want for the tournament (and verify availability at the pro shop), you’ll want to get clear on your budget. Your budget determines how many spots you’ll pay, the entry fee, meals, and more. Note that the price per day will change depending on the day of the week and the time of year.

?      (21:35) At partner events, you can opt for either the stroke play format or a match play (9-hole matches). Most clubs stick to traditional formats which they’ve run for years. However, you may be able to switch things up for your particular event by making a suggestion with the board. Optionally, you can do what’s called a Horse Race at the end of a game with 10-20 teams taking strict alternating shots on the same hole.

?      (32:34) When determining registration prices, factor in increasing costs. Typically, the use of a country club course is free. But there are cart fees, as well as costs for tee gifts and prizes. Then there’s food, which is often the biggest expense.

?      (37:34) Open registration at least three months in advance, and close around three weeks before the tournament.

?      (41:01) Themes are fun, but they can easily be a time- and money-suck without careful planning. Our favorites for invitationals include casino, rock & roll, gold rush, and springtime.

?      (46:07) You can include parimutuel betting in which players can bet on individual teams to win, place, or show. In Tori’s experience, women don’t usually bet enough money to make it worthwhile. Even if your team wins, you might only walk away with the same amount you bet.

?      (51:47) Get creative with tee gifts and prizes. Our guests’ favorite tee gifts are portable fans and rechargeable hand warmers, water bottles, shoe bags, speakers, and saddle bags. Typical prizes include pro shop credit, gift cards, cash, and merchandise such as bags.

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