Academy Course · 3 holes
Regular Par-3 Play
Play each short hole as normal. Two balls are played, and the better score is recorded. Birdie, par, bogey, and double-bogey-or-worse earn points.
LAKE HEFNER JUNIOR SKILLS CHALLENGE
Three skills. Nine stations. Every shot matters.
A flexible golf competition designed to be easy to understand, encouraging to play, and adaptable for different ages and experience levels.
HOW IT WORKS
Two chances at every station. One complete score.
Players rotate through nine stations in small groups. Each station allows two attempts, the better result counts, and all nine station scores are added together.
THE THREE CHALLENGES
A balanced test of scoring, accuracy, and touch.
Driving Range · 3 target distances
Closest to the Pin
Hit two shots toward the target at each distance. The closer shot counts. Target distances can be adjusted to suit the age and experience of the group.
Putting Green · 3 putt lengths
Long Putt
Hit two putts from each marked distance. The putt finishing closest to the hole counts, and a made putt earns the highest score.
POINTS SYSTEM
Simple scoring that keeps everyone playing.
Every completed station earns at least five points. A difficult shot does not end the day; the next station is always a fresh chance.
| Points | Par-3 score | Closest to pin | Long putt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Birdie | 0–12 in. | 0–6 in. |
| 15 | Par | 13–24 in. | 7–12 in. |
| 10 | Bogey | 25–36 in. | 13–18 in. |
| 5 | Double + | 37+ in. | 19+ in. |
Station distances and final competition details may be adjusted for each group or event.
MADE TO ADAPT
The same idea can welcome many kinds of golfers.
Junior age divisions
Events can group players by age and, when appropriate, by boys’ and girls’ divisions.
Schools and teams
Station distances and groupings can be adjusted for school golf teams or organized programs.
Families and mixed groups
The format can support parent-and-child teams and other welcoming community events.