Run the round

How to play Alternate-Shot Fairway Hold

Step 1

After the drive, partners shift into alternate shot and score only holes where the fairway plan stays intact. Best hold total wins.

Step 2

Judge the alternate result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the alternate setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

2-6 players, about 15-45 min at Park Round. Pick turns, keep disc golf scoring visible, stop at target.

Example: After the drive, partners shift into alternate shot and score only holes where the fairway plan stays intact. Best hold total wins.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Moving the start mark or changing score values after play begins. Keep one score card for the full round.

Safety: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment.

Best for

Who it fits

2-6 who want a 15-45 min round.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Disc Golf

Category Discgolf

Best for 2-6 who want a 15-45 min round.

Players 2-6

Time 15-45 min

Gear Flying discs, baskets or targets, and scorecard

Space Disc golf course, park, or safe practice field

Energy Medium

Setup Start from Disc Golf Board and tell the group the activity is Alternate-Shot Fairway Hold.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Alternate-Shot Fairway Hold also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Alternate-Shot Fairway Hold from Studboards. After the drive, partners shift into alternate shot and score only holes where the fairway plan stays intact. Best hold total wins. Fits: Players: 2-6 | Time: 15-45 min | Gear: Flying discs, baskets or targets, and scorecard Safety: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/discgolf/discgolf-alternate-shot-fairway-hold.html

Alternate-Shot Fairway Hold

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