How to Play a Nassau in Golf
Three matches in one round: front, back, and overall.
Players2
Holes18
FormatMatch play
How it works
- Pick an amount for each of the three matches.
- Play match play: lower score wins the hole.
- Front 9: whoever wins more holes on 1–9 wins.
- Back 9: same for holes 10–18.
- Overall: whoever wins more holes over all 18 wins.
Example
Jake wins the front 1 up. Mike wins the back 2 up and the overall 1 up.
Mike wins 2 of 3 matches, so Jake owes Mike one match’s worth.
Tips
- A "$5 Nassau" means $5 on each of the three matches.
- Use strokes off the low handicap.
- Ties on a match are a push.
FAQ
Why is it called a Nassau?
It’s named after the Nassau Country Club on Long Island, where the format became popular.
Can you play a Nassau with teams?
Yes. Use best ball for each team and score the three matches the same way.