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Golf at Hobbs Hole?
Track Your Handicap & Bets
Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Hobbs Hole 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.
About Hobbs Hole Golf Course
Hobbs Hole Golf Course, nestled along the historic Rappahannock River in Tappahannock, Virginia, offers a classic public golf experience with a rich history. Designed by Algie Pulley and opened in 1965, the course is named after the nearby Hobbs Hole, a significant bend in the river that played a role in local commerce and history. This 18-hole championship layout is known for its traditional design, featuring tree-lined fairways, well-maintained greens, and strategic bunkering that challenges golfers of all skill levels.
The course provides a serene and picturesque setting, blending seamlessly with the natural beauty of Virginia's Northern Neck. Golfers can expect a layout that demands thoughtful shot placement rather than brute strength, with subtle elevation changes and water features coming into play on several holes. The design emphasizes a fair test of golf, rewarding accuracy and course management. It's a place where the love of the game and the beauty of the surroundings converge for an enjoyable round.
Hobbs Hole is celebrated for its friendly atmosphere and excellent value, making it a favorite among local residents and visitors alike. The course conditions are consistently praised, reflecting a commitment to providing a quality playing surface. Whether you're a seasoned player looking for a challenging round or a casual golfer seeking a relaxing day on the links, Hobbs Hole Golf Course delivers a memorable and authentic Virginia golf experience.
Course Tee Information
All tees play to par 72. Source: www.hobbshole.com.
Free for all golfers
Track your handicap at Hobbs Hole Golf Course.
It takes two minutes to set up.
No credit card required
Everything You Need at Hobbs Hole Golf Course
Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Hobbs Hole Golf Course — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.
Live Handicap Tracking
Log your round at Hobbs Hole 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 Hobbs Hole 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 Hobbs Hole 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 Hobbs Hole 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 Hobbs Hole Golf Course. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.
Run Your Usual Games at Hobbs Hole
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.
Three separate bets — front nine, back nine, and overall 18. The classic format for any foursome at Hobbs Hole Golf Course.
Lowest gross or net score wins the pot. Choose Full 18, Front 9, Back 9, or Front & Back 9 together.
Win a hole outright to claim the skin. Ties carry over, building the pot on Hobbs Hole Golf Course's toughest holes.
Points for hitting fairways and greens. Rewards the ball-strikers in your group.
Hole-by-hole head-to-head with full handicap strokes applied. Perfect for a challenge match.
- 1Hobbs Hole Golf Course's slope of 128 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.
- 3Virginia 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.
Course Photos
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Course Conditions
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Playing Hobbs Hole Soon?
Set up your Short Grass account before your next tee time at Hobbs Hole Golf Course. It takes two minutes and it's completely free.