
New Jersey· Private
Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Montclair Golf Club to log rounds, track their USGA handicap index, and run Nassau, Low Medal, and Skins bets — all on the course, in real time.
Montclair Golf Club, established in 1899, is one of the oldest and most prestigious private golf clubs in New Jersey. Boasting 36 holes of championship golf across four distinct nines – the Fourth, First, Second, and Third – the club offers a diverse and challenging experience for golfers of all skill levels. The course architecture is a testament to golf's golden age, with original designs by Donald Ross and subsequent enhancements by legendary architects like Charles Banks, Robert Trent Jones Sr., and Rees Jones, ensuring a timeless yet evolving layout.
The club's unique design allows for various 18-hole combinations, each presenting its own character and strategic demands. The terrain features rolling hills, mature trees, and strategically placed bunkers that test precision and course management. The greens are known for their speed and subtle breaks, requiring a delicate touch with the putter. Playing at Montclair is not just a round of golf; it's an immersion in a rich history and a testament to classic golf course design, where every shot demands thought and execution.
Beyond the exceptional golf, Montclair Golf Club offers a complete private club experience, including extensive practice facilities, a stately clubhouse with fine dining, and a vibrant social calendar. The club's commitment to maintaining its historic integrity while providing modern amenities makes it a cherished institution for its members. The meticulously manicured fairways and pristine conditions reflect the club's dedication to providing a premier golfing environment.

All tees play to par 70. Source: www.montclairgolfclub.org.
Free for all golfers
No credit card required
Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Montclair Golf Club — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.
Log your round at Montclair Golf Club and your handicap differential is calculated automatically using the official USGA World Handicap System formula. No spreadsheets required.
See how your game evolves across every round at Montclair Golf Club. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.
Identify your weakest holes on the Montclair Golf Club layout. Discover exactly which holes are costing you strokes and where you can pick up shots.
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.
Connect with the golfers you play with at Montclair Golf Club. Compare handicaps, view each other's scorecards, and settle bets through the app.
See where you rank among Short Grass members who play at Montclair Golf Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.
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 Montclair Golf Club.
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 Montclair Golf Club'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.
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Set up your Short Grass account before your next tee time at Montclair Golf Club. It takes two minutes and it's completely free.