Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely! We understand you want to experience TGF before committing, so guests get the full TGF experience with the same quality courses, competition, and community.

GUEST Experience:

• 1st Timers get $25 Off + a FREE drink! Just select "1st Timer" when signing up for an event.
• Team Net & Closest to Pins (CTPs) are included in every event - same competition as members!
• GROSS Games are optional - compete head-to-head with no handicaps in flighted Skins & Individual Gross competitions.
• Unlimited guest play - no restrictions on how many events you can join.

MEMBER Advantages:

• NET (Handicap) Games access - fair competition regardless of skill level. Flighted Individual Net AND our MVP game for local & inter-chapter competition!
• Hole-In-One pot eligibility - shared winnings across all chapters.
• Season championships & points races - compete for major prizes & qualify for the Lone Star Cup, our Ryder Cup equivalent!
• Minimum $10 savings per event - membership pays for itself in 5 events or less!

Ready to experience what makes TGF special? Your first event is just a click away! Just click PLAY to see what events are currently available.

All skill levels are absolutely welcome! Whether you're a scratch golfer or just starting out, you can compete with confidence at TGF.

How Competition Really Works at TGF:

• It's You vs. Your Handicap - TGF competition isn't about beating other people, it's about beating your own handicap
• Multiple Ways to Win Every Event - We reward great shots, great holes, great rounds, AND great teamwork
• High Win Rates - Between 25-90% of players win prizes each event (especially with how Skins work!)
• Even Bad Days Can Win - Having a rough round? You can STILL win as part of your team

Two Competition Tracks:

• TGF Handicap System - Fair competition where playing to (or beyond) your handicap wins money [Learn more about TGF Handicaps]
• Gross Competitions - Straight-up scoring with flighted divisions for fair play

The Bottom Line: If you play to your potential, you'll win money - regardless of whether you shoot 75 or 105. Those who can play to or beyond their handicap invariably win prizes.

Optional Season Contests: For those who want extra competition, we offer optional season-long points races like The Fellowship Cup and Players Cup. But the real fun happens at every single event with immediate prizes and recognition.

Every skill level has won championships, but more importantly, every skill level wins money regularly just by playing good golf relative to their ability. Come see why TGF provides the best and most rewarding golf competition to the highest percentage of golfers anywhere!

 Absolutely! Women are not only welcome but are valued, active members of The Golf Fellowship community.

Why Women Love TGF:

• Inclusive environment - our "Compete. Connect. Belong" culture welcomes everyone
• Fair competition - our handicap system ensures women compete on equal footing
• Strong female participation - we have women members who are among our most active players, including champions and regular competitors
• Supportive community - many of our women members have formed lasting friendships through TGF
• Same great benefits - full access to all events, championships, and season competitions

Real Success Stories: Several of our most engaged members are women who participate regularly, win competitions, and are integral parts of our TGF community. They compete in everything from our weekly events to our championship tournaments.

We'd love to have you join us! Bring your golfing friends too - the more the merrier. TGF is about building community through golf, and that absolutely includes everyone who loves the game.

The short answer is "No." The Golf Fellowship does not advertise or promote itself as a Christian group, nor do we have any organized Christian activities. However, Christian values of respect, integrity, and community drive how we lead our golf community and treat one another.

Our focus is purely on golf, competition, and building lasting friendships. We welcome golfers of all faiths, backgrounds, and beliefs who want to be part of a respectful, inclusive community.

If you don't enjoy yourself or feel unwelcome in TGF, then we have failed you and fallen short of our goals for the group. We invite you to participate in helping us become better & we will do whatever we can to help you have a positive experience in The Golf Fellowship!

Our pairing system is designed to maximize your TGF experience by creating diverse groups that build lasting friendships!

How Pairings Work:

• Playing partner requests are optional - each member can request ONE playing partner when signing up
• No request? No problem! - We'll pair you with great people for new connections
• TGF completes foursomes using historical data to maximize the number of different golfers you'll play with each year

Why Members Love This System:

• Meet new people - discover amazing playing partners you'd never otherwise encounter
• Network building - connect with members across different backgrounds and professions
• Fair for everyone - no cliques or exclusive groups
• Variety guaranteed - you'll play with more different people than any other golf group

Special Considerations:

• Match Play events may affect partner requests due to format requirements
• Popular players get requested often - first come, first served
• "Dream Team" events happen a couple times per year for those special rounds
•  "ABCD Night" events occasionally eliminate all requests to create systematic handicap-based foursomes with maximum diversity 

This system has created hundreds of new friendships and business connections since 2007. Whether you request a partner or go solo, you'll have a great time!