Golf tournaments used to mean paper scorecards, confusing math in the clubhouse, and waiting 45 minutes to find out who actually won. Starting today, that changes.

We are thrilled to announce the full release of the Scramble Tournament System on Buddies on the Green. Whether you are organizing a massive charity fundraiser with 32 teams or a casual weekend game with 8 friends, you can now run a professional-grade event right from your phone.

Real-time mobile leaderboards keep the pressure on until the 18th hole.

Why Scramble?

The Scramble is the most popular tournament format for a reason: it's fast, social, and forgiving. Everyone hits a tee shot, the team picks the best one, and everyone plays from there. It allows golfers of all skill levels to contribute to a low score.

However, managing them has historically been a headache for organizers—until now. Here is what makes our new system a game-changer:

Real-Time Leaderboards

No more wondering where you stand. Watch your team climb the ranks hole-by-hole. We've even added a "Favorites" feature so you can track your biggest rivals.

Automated Handicaps

Stop guessing. We automatically apply official USGA handicap allowances (25%/20%/15%/10% for 4-person teams) to ensure a fair fight between low and high handicappers.

Texas Scramble Logic

Want to force strategy? Enable "Texas Scramble" mode. The app tracks whose drives have been used and alerts you if a player hasn't met their minimum drive quota.

Seamless Guest Management

Have a friend without the app? No problem. Organizers can add "Guest Players" instantly. They appear on the leaderboard and can claim their stats later if they join.

Professional Organization Tools

We built this for the organizer who wants to enjoy the round, not just manage it. The new Flights System automatically groups teams by skill level (Championship, A-Flight, B-Flight) for larger events, ensuring everyone has a chance to win a prize.

Plus, with our new Shotgun Start management, you can assign starting holes and cart numbers directly in the app. Everyone knows exactly where to go when the horn blows.

Getting Started

The Scramble format is available today for all Premium users.

1. Open the app and visit the Tournaments page
2. Select "Scramble" as your format
3. Choose your course and invite your buddies
4. Let the trash talk begin!