Truly dedicated golfers are less likely to see the range as a valuable spend unless they can get direct, relatable feedback about how well their practice will transfer to the real course. But innovations such as this one by Inrange Golf are sure to entice golfers of all skill levels to spend more time at their partners’ facilities.
Tee to Green is a green in regulation-based challenge that is designed to add pressure to every practice session. Approach shots, be it off the tee or a second shot on a par 4, has long been a make-or-break shot for players looking to shoot under par. But being able to simulate the pressure that comes with it, is something Inrange has made sure stays true in Tee to Green.
They achieve this by applying their trademarked range practice handicap algorithm to the challenge. Where the target area that a player must land in is auto-adjusted to their current level of skill. That means a +1 player and 30 handicapper will both have a fair shot of making it onto their range top scores leaderboard.
Will Kerr, Product Manager at Inrange, said: “Tee to Green provides the ultimate course-based challenge for golfers while at the range. It has been designed to provide a true test of course strategy and effectively simulates on-course pressure. Every level (hole) will present you a new challenge, slightly more difficult than the last, creating a rewarding and compelling experience for players of all skill-levels.”
Inrange says that the gamification of approach shots will bring players back more regularly as they look to sharpen their skills before the next season comes around. And the leaderboards and scoring also allows range owners to set up league nights, play-for-prizes events and drive on-range competitions that golfers will want to take part in.
Tee to Green will be on display at next week’s PGA Show in Orlando, so if you’re going to be there, visit the Inrange (stand #1957) to find out more.