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Track Your Handicap & Bets
Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Waterlefe Golf and River Club to log rounds, track their USGA handicap index, and run Nassau, Low Medal, and Skins bets — all on the course, in real time.
About Waterlefe Golf and River Club
Waterlefe Golf & River Club, nestled along the scenic Manatee River in Bradenton, Florida, offers a captivating golf experience designed by renowned architect Ted McAnlis. Opened in 2000, this semi-private club is celebrated for its pristine conditions, challenging layout, and breathtaking natural beauty. McAnlis masterfully integrated the course with the surrounding wetlands, oak hammocks, and riverfront, creating a harmonious blend of golf and nature.
The course is characterized by its strategic bunkering, well-manicured fairways, and fast, true-rolling greens. Water hazards come into play on many holes, demanding precision and thoughtful shot selection. The design emphasizes playability for all skill levels, with multiple tee boxes allowing golfers to choose a challenge appropriate for their game, while still providing a stern test for low handicappers. The commitment to maintaining exceptional course conditions ensures a premium playing surface year-round.
Beyond the golf, Waterlefe provides an immersive experience. The club's dedication to preserving the natural environment is evident in every vista, with abundant wildlife often seen throughout the round. The overall playing experience is one of tranquility and focused golf, away from the hustle and bustle, making it a true escape for golf enthusiasts in the Southwest Florida region.
Course Tee Information
All tees play to par 72. Source: www.waterlefegolfandriverclub.com.
Free for all golfers
Track your handicap at Waterlefe Golf and River Club.
It takes two minutes to set up.
No credit card required
Everything You Need at Waterlefe Golf and River Club
Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Waterlefe Golf and River Club — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.
Live Handicap Tracking
Log your round at Waterlefe Golf and River 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 Waterlefe Golf and River Club. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.
Hole-by-Hole Stats
Identify your weakest holes on the Waterlefe Golf and River 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 Waterlefe Golf and River 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 Waterlefe Golf and River Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.
Run Your Usual Games at Waterlefe Golf and River Club
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 Waterlefe Golf and River 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 Waterlefe Golf and River 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.
- 1Waterlefe Golf and River Club's slope of 133 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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Playing Waterlefe Golf and River Club Soon?
Set up your Short Grass account before your next tee time at Waterlefe Golf and River Club. It takes two minutes and it's completely free.