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Dots (Sandies, Greenies)

Also called Junk, Garbage, Trash

Little rewards scattered round the course, played alongside whatever else you're playing.

Players
2–4
Scoring
Points
Allowance
None needed
Winner
Most dots

How it works

  1. 1Greenie: on a par 3, closest to the pin in one, and you make par or better.
  2. 2Sandy: par or better after being in a bunker on the hole.
  3. 3Barkie: par or better after hitting a tree.
  4. 4Chippie: holing out from off the green. Birdies usually earn a dot too.
  5. 5Agree the list on the 1st tee. Most dots wins.

Close relations

Bingo Bango BongoFirst on, closest, first in. A point each.SnakeThree-putt and you hold the snake.Nearest the Pin & Long DrivePrizes on the par 3s and a chosen fairway.

Allowances follow the World Handicap System recommendations used by Golf Ireland. Your club or society may set its own — the entry sheet wins.