Understanding how your lineup earns points in tournaments
In fantasy golf, your lineup earns points based on the real-world performance of the professional golfers you select. Points are awarded for various achievements during tournament rounds, including individual hole performance and overall tournament placement.
The key to building a winning lineup is understanding which actions earn the most points and selecting golfers who consistently perform well in those categories. Strategic roster construction separates the top competitors from casual players.
Below is the complete point structure for fantasy golf contests. Each golfer in your lineup accumulates points based on their performance throughout the tournament.
| Action | Description | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Ace (Hole-in-One) | Golf ball goes directly into the hole from tee shot | +12 |
| Double Eagle (Albatross) | Three strokes under par on a hole | +10 |
| Eagle | Two strokes under par on a hole | +8 |
| Birdie | One stroke under par on a hole | +3 |
| Par | Completing a hole in the designated number of strokes | +0.5 |
| Bogey | One stroke over par on a hole | -0.5 |
| Double Bogey or Worse | Two or more strokes over par on a hole | -1 |
| Streak Bonus (3+ Birdies) | Making three or more consecutive birdies | +3 |
| 1st Place Finish | Winning the tournament (or tied) | +30 |
| Top 5 Finish | Finishing in the top 5 positions | +20 |
| Top 10 Finish | Finishing in positions 6-10 | +12 |
| Top 25 Finish | Finishing in positions 11-25 | +6 |
| Made Cut | Advancing past the tournament cut to weekend rounds | +5 |
| Missed Cut | Failing to qualify for weekend rounds | -4 |
| Withdrawal | Golfer withdraws from tournament | -10 |
| Under Par Round | Completing a full round under par | +2 |
Understanding the point system is just the beginning. Here are strategic insights to help you build winning lineups:
Golfers who consistently make cuts and finish in the top 25 provide a solid scoring foundation. While big finishes earn bonus points, consistency ensures your lineup accumulates steady points throughout the tournament.
Elite golfers competing for wins cost more roster budget but offer massive upside with placement bonuses. Balance your roster with value picks who may not win but consistently avoid bogeys and make birdies.
Research which golfers have performed well on specific courses in the past. Course fit is crucial in golf—some players excel on tight tree-lined courses while others dominate wide-open links courses.
A golfer's recent performance often indicates current form. Look for players who have been making lots of birdies, eagles, and top-25 finishes in their last few tournaments.
The streak bonus rewards hot runs of multiple consecutive birdies. Target aggressive golfers known for going on birdie runs, especially on courses with birdie-friendly stretches of holes.
Since missing the cut results in a -4 point penalty while making it earns +5, avoiding golfers likely to miss cuts is crucial. Check cut predictions and only roster golfers you're confident will play all four rounds.
Top fantasy golf competitors consider these advanced factors when building lineups:
While the core scoring system remains consistent, some tournament types may have variations:
Always check the specific contest rules before finalizing your lineup, as special events may have unique point allocations.
The difference between winning and losing lineups often comes down to a single golfer selection. Study player trends, course history, and recent form data to make informed decisions. The more research you do, the better your lineup strategy becomes.
We continuously evaluate our point system to ensure it accurately reflects golf performance and creates engaging competition. Any changes to scoring will be announced in advance and clearly communicated to all players.
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