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How It Works
Each player plays stroke play and records their gross score. Their full handicap (or a configured percentage) is subtracted from the gross total to produce a net score. The player with the lowest net score wins.
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Why Net?
Net scoring allows players of different skill levels to compete fairly. A 20-handicapper who shoots 92 nets 72 — the same as a scratch player shooting 72. The handicap brings everyone to the same baseline.
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Options & Variations
Bet-per-player (default $20) sets the buy-in. Handicaps: Index on Low HC (on) with a percentage (0/50/75/85/100%, default 100), Stroke allocation Full or Half (default Full), and per-player overrides. Standard USGA allocation applies, so a course handicap over 18 earns a second stroke on the hardest holes.
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Payouts
All players pay the buy-in; the lowest net score collects the pot. Ties split the pot evenly.
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Pro Tips
•Know your exact handicap going in — even one stroke matters.
•Consistency beats heroics in net play. Avoid blow-up holes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Low Net in golf?
Low Net: Lowest net score wins — handicap levels the field. Each player plays stroke play and records their gross score. Their full handicap (or a configured percentage) is subtracted from the gross total to produce a net score. The player with the lowest net score wins.
How many players do you need for Low Net?
Low Net plays with 2–12 players.
How do payouts work in Low Net?
All players pay the buy-in; the lowest net score collects the pot. Ties split the pot evenly.