Scenic view of a green and fairway at Tanglewood Park Championship Course with mature trees in the background

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Track Your Handicap & Bets

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

4.6(302 Google reviews)
72Par
7,100Yards (Black)
138Slope
74.5Rating
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr.

About Tanglewood Park - Championship Course

The Championship Course at Tanglewood Park, designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr., is a true masterpiece of golf architecture. Originally opened in 1957, this historic course has hosted numerous prestigious events, including the PGA Tour's Vantage Championship and the 1974 PGA Championship, solidifying its place in golf history. Its classic design emphasizes strategic shot-making, with tree-lined fairways, well-placed bunkers, and challenging greens that demand precision and thoughtful play from golfers of all skill levels.

Known for its immaculate conditioning and picturesque setting, the Championship Course winds through the rolling terrain and mature forests of Tanglewood Park. Jones's philosophy of 'heroic' golf is evident throughout, offering players options to take on risk for greater reward. The course provides a balanced test, where power is rewarded on some holes, while finesse and accuracy are paramount on others. The natural beauty of the property, combined with the timeless design, creates an unforgettable golfing experience.

Playing the Championship Course is more than just a round of golf; it's a journey through a meticulously crafted landscape. The layout seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, offering stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. From the challenging opening holes to the dramatic finish, golfers will find themselves immersed in a course that respects tradition while offering a formidable and enjoyable challenge. It's a must-play for anyone visiting the Winston-Salem area looking for a top-tier public golf experience.

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Course Tee Information

Black7,100 yds
Rating 74.5Slope 138
Blue6,700 yds
Rating 72.1Slope 132
White6,200 yds
Rating 70Slope 126
Red5,400 yds
Rating 71.2Slope 120

All tees play to par 72. Source: www.tanglewoodpark.org/golf.

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Track your handicap at Tanglewood Park - Championship Course.It takes two minutes to set up.

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Everything You Need at Tanglewood Park - Championship Course

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Tanglewood Park - Championship Course — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Tanglewood Park - Championship 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 Tanglewood Park - Championship Course. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the Tanglewood Park - Championship 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 Tanglewood Park - Championship 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 Tanglewood Park - Championship Course. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Tanglewood Park - Championship 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.

Nassau

Three separate bets — front nine, back nine, and overall 18. The classic format for any foursome at Tanglewood Park - Championship 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 Tanglewood Park - Championship 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 North Carolina Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1Tanglewood Park - Championship Course's slope of 138 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.
  • 3North Carolina 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

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4.6

302 reviews

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4061 Clemmons Rd, Clemmons, NC 27012, North Carolina(336) 778-3790www.tanglewoodpark.org/golf
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