Panoramic view of a lush green fairway at Panther Run Golf Club with a water hazard and palm trees under a blue sky

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Golf at Panther Run?
Track Your Handicap & Bets

Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Panther Run 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.

4.5(270 Google reviews)
72Par
7,532Yards (Panther)
142Slope
76.5Rating
Designed by Gordon G. Lewis

About Panther Run Golf Club

Panther Run Golf Club, designed by the acclaimed Gordon G. Lewis, opened in 2007 and quickly established itself as a premier golf destination in Southwest Florida. Located within the master-planned community of Ave Maria, the course is celebrated for its pristine conditions, challenging layout, and seamless integration with the natural Florida landscape. Lewis, known for his ability to craft courses that are both strategic and aesthetically pleasing, utilized the native wetlands and preserves to create a unique and memorable golfing experience.

The course design at Panther Run is characterized by its generous fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and large, undulating greens. Water hazards come into play on many holes, demanding precision and thoughtful shot selection. While the course can stretch to over 7,500 yards from the tips, making it a formidable test for even the most accomplished golfers, multiple sets of tees ensure an enjoyable round for players of all skill levels. The course's commitment to environmental stewardship is evident in its Audubon International certification, reflecting its dedication to preserving the local ecosystem.

Playing a round at Panther Run Golf Club offers a tranquil escape into Florida's natural beauty. The course is meticulously maintained, providing consistent playing surfaces year-round. Golfers can expect a layout that rewards strategic thinking over brute force, with a variety of hole designs that keep the round engaging from start to finish. The overall playing experience is one of challenge, beauty, and a deep appreciation for the game of golf in a pristine setting.

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Course Tee Information

Panther7,532 yds
Rating 76.5Slope 142
Black7,032 yds
Rating 74.3Slope 138
Blue6,532 yds
Rating 72.1Slope 132
White6,032 yds
Rating 69.8Slope 127
Gold5,532 yds
Rating 67.5Slope 121
Red5,032 yds
Rating 69.5Slope 120

All tees play to par 72. Source: pantherrungolfclub.com.

Free for all golfers

Track your handicap at Panther Run Golf Club.It takes two minutes to set up.

No credit card required

Everything You Need at Panther Run Golf Club

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Panther Run Golf Club — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Panther Run Golf Club 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 Panther Run Golf Club. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the Panther Run Golf Club 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 Panther Run Golf Club. 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 Panther Run Golf Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Panther Run

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 Panther Run Golf Club.

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 Panther Run Golf Club'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 Florida Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1Panther Run Golf Club's slope of 142 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.
  • 3Florida 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

4.5

270 reviews

Course Conditions

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Playing Panther Run Soon?

Set up your Short Grass account before your next tee time at Panther Run Golf Club. It takes two minutes and it's completely free.

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