Great advice! What platforms have you guys found to be the most user-friendly?
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I’ve used Eventbrite for tournaments. It offers a simple setup and payment processing. Plus, you can track participants in real time!
Don’t forget about scheduling! Plan for a day that doesn’t conflict with major local events or holidays. It attracts more participants!
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Exactly! Choosing a ‘slow’ golf day means more attention for your tournament!
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Logistics can be tough. Have you thought about having volunteers to help check-in participants on tournament day? It makes things smoother.
[quote=“knelson, post:9, topic:2107”]Have you thought about having volunteers to help check-in participants?[ /quote]Great idea! Volunteers could also help with course marshaling to keep things on track.
I’m curious, what’s the target audience for the tournament? It may affect course selection and marketing efforts.
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We’re hoping for families and beginners. That means a more relaxed atmosphere and maybe fun mini-games!
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Mini-games sound fun! Consider including prizes for them as well—everyone loves a little extra motivation!
Prizes are great! Just remember to keep them relevant—who wants a moldy trophy?
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Reflecting on past tournaments, I found that engaging local businesses for sponsorships can provide a boost both financially and for community involvement.
How about adding a closest-to-the-pin contest on a par 3? It really gets everyone fired up and is great for encouraging some friendly competition!
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That’s a fantastic idea, scott97! You could even offer a prize for whoever wins that contest!
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I’m a fan of long-drive contests! They really get the energy up. Plus, you can have multiple challenges at different holes to keep things exciting.
Long-drive contests are awesome! But be sure to manage the time so all players can participate.
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Can we get creative with side games too? Think about mini-golf holes where players can earn extra points or prizes for completing fun challenges.
I love mini-golf! Could we incorporate that theme into the tournament? It could draw in beginners and younger players!
A beat-the-pro challenge is another great idea! Players could compete against a local pro for a chance to win some prizes.
If it’s for charity, maybe we could introduce a hole-in-one contest? Those tend to draw in crowds and excitement!
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That’s an excellent point! It gives players incentive to make that perfect shot.