You’ve seen it—those teeny, tiny pencils that are always missing by the second hole. Or the crumpled, rained-on scorecard that someone accidentally wrote on upside down. Mini golf courses everywhere are looking to step up their game.
Enter: mobile scorecards. No paper, no pencils, and no conveniently lost scorecard when the scorekeeper is down by 2.
But this isn’t just about convenience—it’s about leveling up the whole mini golf experience. Let’s break it down.
With mobile scorecards, it’s not just you versus your cousin who takes way too many practice putts. Now, it’s you versus everyone who’s played that day (or week). Real-time leaderboards let players see how they stack up against the best scores of the day—or the week.
Feeling competitive? Good. You can keep players coming back for more by offering prizes or discounts for the top however-many scores. Whether it’s a free round, a snack bar coupon, or just bragging rights, these little incentives can keep your golfers engaged and coming back to chase that leaderboard glory.
Some mobile scoring platforms also come with a sneaky little bonus for course owners: email capture. When players sign up to create a scorecard, you get their email addresses. That’s a direct line to invite them back for special events, discounts, or new course openings.
Pro Tip: Sweeten the deal with a small reward for sharing an email—maybe a coupon, a free drink, or a little prize. One-time visitors can turn into loyal fans with the right nudge.
Mini golf is fun, sure. But mini golf with social bragging rights? Next level. Mobile scorecards make it easy for players to screenshot their scores—complete with your course’s logo, colors, and maybe a promo for that new glow-in-the-dark course you just added.
And when they post it? That’s free advertising for you. A great way to make this even more shareable is by hosting themed tournaments or challenges. Think birthday parties with live scoring, or a team-building activity where coworkers battle it out for office bragging rights. Everyone loves a little drama on the leaderboard.
Let’s face it: those stabby pencils had their moment, but it’s 2025. Mini golf is evolving, and mobile scoring isn’t just convenient—it’s a total game-changer.
So, what are you waiting for? Say goodbye to lost pencils and hello to a more engaging, competitive, and shareable mini golf experience. It’s time to level up.