Greens & Dreams
Playing It Forward
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Organising an Unforgettable Golf Day
Planning a golf day can feel like trying to hit a hole-in-one on a par 5 — exciting, a little intimidating, and full of moving parts. But don’t worry. As your resident CEO and Golf Day Specialist (yes, I’ve seen it all — from champagne at tee boxes to CEOs in flip flops), I’m here to walk you through the fairway of planning success.
Whether you’re raising funds, launching a product, spoiling clients, or just showing off your brand — a golf day is the ultimate blend of business and leisure. Here’s how we Play It Forward to make it a winning experience for everyone.
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1. Know Your Why
First thing’s first — what’s the goal?
Are you:
Raising funds for a cause?
Thanking loyal clients?
Launching your brand into the spotlight?
Networking with the who’s-who of your industry?
Knowing your “why” sets the tone — and everything from your invite list to your goody bags will align from there.
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2. Choose the Right Course
The venue says a lot.
Choose a course that matches your brand’s vibe. Want prestige and polish? Go signature. Prefer laid-back fun? A par-3 course with cart flair might be better.
Hot tip: Always ask about their rain plan, halfway house, cart availability, and tee time options. Trust me, these make or break the day!
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3. Build the Dream Team
You can’t tee off alone!
From check-in crews and photographers to cart managers and MCs — every golf day needs a well-oiled team behind the scenes. And yes, this is where we come in. With over 20 years in the game, we’ve got the dream team ready to swing into action.
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4. Sponsorship is Your Superpower
Let’s be real — golf days can get pricey. But that’s where sponsorship magic comes in.
Offer high-impact exposure like:
Branded holes
Custom team shirts and caps
Hole activations (think espresso vans, bubbles, biltong tastings)
Mingle moments and media coverage
Pro tip: Always show sponsors the value in networking, branding, and being part of something bigger — like giving back.
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5. Create a Flow That Feels Easy
A well-timed golf day is a great golf day.
Here’s a sample schedule:
07:00 – Registration with coffee & snacks
08:30 – Welcome & brief
09:00 – Shotgun start
14:30 – Drinks & unwind
16:00 – Prize-giving, stories, speeches
18:00 – Dinner & networking
Yes, timing matters. No one wants cold steak or warm beer.
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6. Go Beyond the Fairways
It’s not just about the golf.
It’s the memories, the mingling, the unexpected moments (like a celeb sinking a putt in sunglasses).
Create magic with:
A live DJ or violinist on the 9th
Drone footage and video recaps
Custom awards (funniest swing, loudest pants, etc.)
A charity tie-in — because giving back always plays forward
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7. Capture It All
Pics or it didn’t happen!
Your golf day deserves to live long after the final putt — on social media, in press clippings, and in follow-up comms. That’s how your brand keeps swinging even after the day is done.
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Final Thought:
Golf isn’t just a sport. It’s a stage. A vibe. A story. A connection.
And when you do it right — with heart, purpose, and a little flair — you don’t just host a golf day…
You create a legacy.
Ready to tee up something unforgettable?
Let’s Play It Forward.
