Scenic view of a green and fairway at East Orange Golf Course in Short Hills, New Jersey

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Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at East Orange Golf Course to log rounds, track their USGA handicap index, and run Nassau, Low Medal, and Skins bets — all on the course, in real time.

3.8(328 Google reviews)
71Par
6,223Yards (Blue)
124Slope
70.3Rating

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Designed by Hal Purdy

About East Orange Golf Course

Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Short Hills, New Jersey, East Orange Golf Course offers a classic municipal golf experience that has charmed local golfers for decades. Designed by the renowned architect Hal Purdy and opened in 1926, this 18-hole, par-71 course presents a thoughtful layout that balances challenge with playability. Its mature trees, rolling terrain, and strategically placed bunkers demand precision and course management, making it a favorite for golfers looking to test their skills without the exclusivity of a private club.

The course's design philosophy emphasizes natural integration with the existing topography. Purdy masterfully utilized the elevation changes and natural contours of the land, creating a course that feels both traditional and engaging. Each hole offers a unique character, from tight, tree-lined fairways to greens that require a deft touch. Golfers can expect a round that rewards strategic thinking over brute force, encouraging the use of every club in the bag.

Playing at East Orange Golf Course is an experience steeped in local golf history. It's a place where community golfers gather, enjoying the fresh air and the camaraderie of the game. The course provides an accessible and enjoyable outing for all skill levels, from beginners honing their swing to seasoned players seeking a consistent challenge. Its enduring appeal lies in its straightforward yet engaging design, offering a true test of golf in a welcoming municipal setting.

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Course Tee Information

Blue6,223 yds
Rating 70.3Slope 124
White5,937 yds
Rating 68.9Slope 121
Red5,195 yds
Rating 69.8Slope 118

All tees play to par 71. Source: www.eastorangegolfcourse.com.

Everything You Need at East Orange Golf Course

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like East Orange Golf Course — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at East Orange Golf Course and your handicap differential is calculated automatically using the official USGA World Handicap System formula. No spreadsheets required.

Score History & Trends

See how your game evolves across every round at East Orange Golf Course. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the East Orange Golf Course layout. Discover exactly which holes are costing you strokes and where you can pick up shots.

In-Round Betting

Set up Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and Short Grass bets before you tee off. The app tracks the money in real time as you play.

Playing Partners

Connect with the golfers you play with at East Orange Golf Course. Compare handicaps, view each other's scorecards, and settle bets through the app.

Leaderboards

See where you rank among Short Grass members who play at East Orange Golf Course. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at East Orange

Whether your group plays a weekly Nassau or a Skins game on the back nine, Short Grass handles the maths so you can focus on your game. All bets support gross and net (handicap-adjusted) scoring.

Nassau

Three separate bets — front nine, back nine, and overall 18. The classic format for any foursome at East Orange Golf Course.

Low Medal

Lowest gross or net score wins the pot. Choose Full 18, Front 9, Back 9, or Front & Back 9 together.

Skins

Win a hole outright to claim the skin. Ties carry over, building the pot on East Orange Golf Course's toughest holes.

Short Grass

Points for hitting fairways and greens. Rewards the ball-strikers in your group.

Match Play

Hole-by-hole head-to-head with full handicap strokes applied. Perfect for a challenge match.

Why New Jersey Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1East Orange Golf Course's slope of 124 means handicap strokes matter — Short Grass allocates them correctly by hole handicap rank.
  • 2Tracking your stats hole by hole shows where you're losing shots and where you can improve.
  • 3New Jersey golfers play regularly. Short Grass keeps a running handicap index that updates after every round.
  • 4All betting games support gross and net scoring — Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and more.
  • 5Free for all golfers. No subscription required to log rounds, track handicap, or run bets.

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Google Rating

Based on golfer reviews on Google Maps

3.8

328 reviews

Playing East Orange Soon?

Set up your Short Grass account before your next tee time at East Orange Golf Course. It takes two minutes and it's completely free.

500 Prospect St, Short Hills, NJ 07078, New Jersey(973) 379-7190www.eastorangegolfcourse.com
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