Golf Tournaments: 19 Man Shootout Format

Here's a very fun tournament format for a field of 19 players.  It is a very slow format and should be only done on odd times or in situations where play for the regular golf course clientele is not slowed down. On each hole of the 18 holes one player of the field is eliminated. The single player with the worst score on each hole is eliminated. In the event of two or more players tying on a given hole for worst score, a play-in of some type must be done to eliminate one player.  This process will take a LONG time at the beginning. Play-In Formats One play-in format could be a chipping contest. Players would chip from a designated spot and the player who is farthest from the hole would be the one who is eliminated. Another play-in idea could be a putting contest. The player who putts farthest to the hole is eliminated. If all player hole-out, a new contest begins. Winner The player who survives through all 18 holes without being eliminated is the winner. Alternate Formats The format could also be done as a team game in the event there are more than 19 competitors.  Teams of two players could play a scramble, alternate shot, or best ball format.  Adding the team aspect would make the event take even longer, so be aware.