Kramer, Don - Par 3 Tournament

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Facility: Moose Run Golf Course

Location: Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK

Property Type: Military

Program Contact: Don Kramer, General Manager

Contact Phone/Email: 804-301-9500 / donkramer@pga.com

Name of PD Program: Par 3 Tournament

Type of PD Program: Transition-to-the-Course

Dates of Program: September

Results of Program

108 Players

Total Revenue Generated: $6000 + from all sources

Details of Program

  • Set entire course up as 18 par 3 holes.
  • Vary in length from 30 yards to 225 yards.
  • 4-person Scramble (You can vary the format to fit your needs).
  • Separate tees for men and women.
  • Divide teams into 2 or 3 flights based on final scoring. We cut ours in half right at the middle score. This was done so that higher handicappers had chances to win prizes. Big hit.

Recommendations

  • Advertise this on your Facebook page and email blasts.
  • Allow and encourage pre-payments to avoid long lines at the counter.
  • Set up the course so majority of women can reach greens in regulation.
  • Trick shots are OK. (ex., The 30 yard hole over a bunker, with the pin tucked close.)
  • Be sure and have beverage cart on course. This is a very social event.
  • Have a meal planned afterward and part of entry fee.
  • Make this one of your last events of the year. Because of the format, you’ll have good turnout and it will be a great day for your financials.