Rolling Stroke

Rolling Stroke is built for groups that play together often.

Instead of starting fresh every round, Rolling Stroke uses previous results to help adjust future stroke allowances. The more your group plays, the more the game evolves.

What is Rolling Stroke?

Rolling Stroke is a multi-round stroke play Side Game.

Players’ previous results help determine how many strokes they give or receive in future rounds.

It is a great choice for regular groups that want a long-running competition.

How does Rolling Stroke work?

After each round, players’ net scores are compared.

The player with the lowest net score wins that round. Based on the result, future stroke allowances may adjust so the next round is more balanced.

Rolling Stroke is designed to create a competition that changes over time based on how golfers actually perform against each other.

What is the Rolling Stroke Adjuster?

The Rolling Stroke Adjuster controls how much the stroke allowance changes after a round.

For example, the game may be configured so that for every set number of net strokes a player loses by, that player receives an additional stroke from the winner in the next round.

Available adjuster settings may vary during setup.

How do I start a Rolling Stroke game?

To start Rolling Stroke:

Start a round in 18Birdies.
Add the players who will be part of the round.
From the GPS screen, tap the Group icon.
Tap Add Side Games.
Select Rolling Stroke.
Choose the players.
Review the game settings.
Tap Start this game.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rolling Stroke best for one round or multiple rounds?

Rolling Stroke is best for groups that play together multiple times.

The game becomes more useful as previous results build up.

Does Rolling Stroke use net scores?

Yes. Rolling Stroke compares net scores and uses previous performance to adjust future stroke allowances.

Can I play Rolling Stroke with a new group?

You may be able to start a Rolling Stroke game with a new group, but the game is most useful when the same players continue playing together.

Can I change Rolling Stroke settings after starting the game?

Yes, where available.

From the GPS screen, tap the Group icon, tap Game Details, tap the three-dot menu, tap Game Settings, then tap Modify.

Available settings may vary once the game is in progress.