Are you looking to get more out of your game? Golf GameBook, the sport’s number-one scorecard app home to over 2 million players, can help you do just that.
From digital scorecards to live leaderboards, automatic handicap tracking, GPS distances , 20+ game formats and much more, Golf GameBook is a must-have companion to help you unlock more enjoyment, insight and lower scores.
The app is completely free to download on iOS and Android, with stroke play scoring with or without handicaps available, live leaderboards for society days and tournaments, as well as the opportunity to participate in fun challenges for the chance to win cool prizes free for all users.
The Gold subscription unlocks a wide breadth of impressive features, including 20 different formats to experience, deeper statistics and insights, GPS yardages and maps at over 40,000 courses worldwide, the ability to set up tournaments including Ryder Cup-style match play events and special contests like nearest the pin and longest drive, as well as the chance to measure your shots and share the results with friends.
So, how can Golf GameBook elevate your experience of the sport? Here’s a closer look at some of the standout features:
Digital scoring and handicap tracking
Golf GameBook seamlessly takes away the pain of having to manually fill out a paper scorecard and the mathematics required for working out handicaps and strokes.
It allows you to focus on your game and the fun of golf by doing all the calculations for you, so all you have to do is enter the scores for you and your playing partners - the app will automatically track the results.
You haven’t got to worry about losing your scorecard or spending two-minutes working out formulas - just let the Golf GameBook handle everything and focus on finding fairways and greens.
And now you can also get a great idea of your level thanks to the new 'GGB Handicap' feature, which keeps your handicap index up-to-date to allow you to play fair and square with your friends.
Simply mark rounds as handicap rounds before, during, or after you play, and Golf GameBook does the math automatically. Your GGB Handicap is calculated using widely accepted handicapping principles, based on the best 8 of your last 20 rounds. The more rounds you add, the more accurate your GGB Handicap Index becomes!
As soon as your round is completed, your GGB Handicap is automatically recalculated, ensuring your latest handicap is always ready when you are.
The smart way to learn about your game and start shooting lower scores is by collecting statistics from your rounds, and Golf GameBook also helps store all the data from your games conveniently in one place so you know where you're going right and wrong.
Start improving by turning your weaknesses into your strengths – because a player is only as good as their weakest shot!
GPS distances
Forget forking out hundreds for a shiny new GPS device that you have to remember to charge, Golf GameBook can do it all for you on your phone or smartwatch.
You can be safe in the knowledge you're make confident decisions when planning your shots thanks to the app's detailed GPS maps, so you will never not know your distance again.
The GPS maps give an overview of the hole layout from tee to green so you know exactly where to aim and what obstacles to avoid…no more blind shots.
You can track your exact location and get a precise distance to any spot on the course. You can also zoom in on the putting green to visualise the green layout to better plan your approach shots with confidence. Time to go pin seeking!
Live leaderboards
Now this is where the fun really starts. If you've never experienced a live leaderboard like the pros, now is the time as Golf GameBook can offer real-time updates on scores and rankings from every single round.
Whether it's a 12 vs 12 Ryder Cup-style match, a tournament between friends or you just want to see how your buddies in the group ahead are getting on, live leaderboards place you in the middle of the action and add an extra layer to your experience on the course competing with and against your friends.
You can also follow along on your couch at home to ensure you're not missing out on the action.
Fun formats
Golf is supposed to be fun. There are so many great formats to be enjoyed and Golf GameBook supports 20 different types without the need for you to calculate all of the handicap calculations and intricate details.
From skins, match play and team formats like scramble, better ball, greensomes, foursomes and Irish Rumble, you can experience all of the best ones with ease.
Golf GameBook even has its own exclusive formats like 'Erado' and 'Duplicate' to try out with your pals.
Say goodbye to mundane rounds and embrace the fun!
Social elements
Golf GameBook is an app for golfers of all levels looking to improve their games, and it's also incredibly good at keeping you and your friends engaged and in contact.
You can track your friends' rounds, share statistics, memories and highlights with real-time updates on scores and rankings - the conversation doesn't have to stay in the clubhouse!
You can also follow pros and influencers like Viktor Hovland, Rick Shiels, the Bryan Bros and many more to check up on how their games are shaping up.
So that's a whistle-stop look at some of the impressive features on offer on the Golf GameBook app. What are you waiting for?
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