Scramble Stroke -

Many groups choose this format for their events. It takes the pressure off those participants who may not play golf well, and it promotes a development of team spirit that adds to the enjoyment of participation in the event.

In this format, all competitors should play a ball from the tee. The team shall then choose a preferred ball position from which to play their second shots. After hitting their second shots, the team should then select a preferred ball position from which to play their third shot. Repeat this procedure until a ball has been holed. You many play from within one club length of the preferred ball position, no closer to the hole, except on the green or in a hazard, where you must play from within six inches of the preferred ball and from like conditions. Each player's tee shot must be selected as the a Preferred Ball a least (option 0 to 3) times during the course of the round.

Note: There is no "official rules of golf" provided by the USGA regarding scrambles. They do, however, suggest that tournament refer to the Buick Scramble rules for guidelines when developing rules for scramble tournaments.