The Links Card is the next evolution of a discount card.
We’re creating a network of partner courses that are using collective marketing benefits to drive traffic into hard to market slots – expiring tee times.
From members
From partner courses
Years in the business
gaps filled every year
Remember, our primary goal is to protect your brand so we encourage you to use restrictions in order to limit your offer to where you need results. That might be 24 hour advanced booking and limited to Mondays after 12pm or no limit booking 7 days a week. It's wherever you want results.
Tighter restrictions can limit traffic but it protects your brand and yields.
This is a very common question and concern for both courses and golfers. How many times can an offer be redeemed?
Because of the nature of our platform, our default is unlimited because we want to continually drive results into the time frames you need whether or not it's accomplished by the same golfer over and over. This creates a long term affect where value golfers are pushed into slots you need filled - ie, turning them into an effective yield management crowd.
However, you're welcome to limit the number of uses. Just add it as a restriction.
Once we have our restrictions set, it's time to figure out an offer to drive traffic into our desired time frames. First, consider the opportunity cost. If your tee time expires at $0, what would you wish you had sold it for?
Next consider the restrictions. If you have broad restrictions like 7 day advanced booking and good anytime then we suggest smaller savings. If you're using 24 hour advanced booking on weekdays only, we suggest a larger discount to motivate action.
We will say that the most successful offers are tighter restrictions + bigger savings.
Of course, there are plenty of other factors to consider like audience size, demographics, or even the season. Luckily, your offer isn't set in stone and you can change it anytime throughout the year.
Carts are another opportunity for win-win.
Including them can boost the effectiveness of your offer and keep your pace of play where you want it.
90% of our partner courses include them.
This is the savings off your retail rates for greens fees and cart fees, if applicable.
Not currently a partner course
Bay Springs Country Club, nestled in the charming town of Louin, Mississippi, is a delightful 9-hole semi-private golf course that has captivated golfers since its establishment in 1965. Designed by an anonymous architect, this course boasts a layout that caters to players of all skill levels. With a par of 36 and a manageable length of 3,128 yards from the white tees, Bay Springs offers a pleasurable challenge for golfers seeking to improve their game. The course's slope rating of 112 and a rating of 34.4 provide a benchmark for golfers to assess their performance against seasoned players. The meticulously maintained fairways ensure optimal playing conditions throughout the year, allowing golfers to fully immerse themselves in the sport. Beyond the golf course, Bay Springs Country Club offers a range of amenities, including rental carts for a nominal fee of $10, a driving range, a pitching and chipping area, a putting green, and even swimming facilities for those seeking relaxation after their round. Whether you're a seasoned golfer honing your skills or a casual player enjoying a day with friends or family, Bay Springs Country Club promises an unforgettable golf experience in the picturesque setting of Louin, Mississippi.
Bay Springs Country Club has garnered rave reviews from golfers who have experienced its charm firsthand. One such golfer, who played the course on February 5, 2022, described it as a "hidden gem" and lauded its challenging layout. This enthusiastic golfer highly recommends Bay Springs Country Club to fellow golf enthusiasts, highlighting its excellent conditions, value, and layout. The reviewer also commended the exceptional friendliness of the staff, adding a personal touch to the overall experience. Notably, the reviewer specifically mentioned the "great fairways," indicating that golfers can expect well-manicured playing surfaces during their round at Bay Springs Country Club. These positive reviews collectively paint a picture of an enjoyable and rewarding golfing experience that awaits players at Bay Springs Country Club.
The Links Card, a reputable source for golf course evaluations, echoes the positive sentiments expressed by golfers who have played at Bay Springs Country Club. This hidden gem, as described by The Links Card, offers a challenging layout that puts golfers' skills to the test. The well-maintained fairways and excellent overall conditions of the course further enhance the golfing experience. However, what truly sets Bay Springs Country Club apart is its exceptional value. With affordable green fees, this course provides an outstanding return on investment, making it an attractive option for golfers seeking quality without breaking the bank. The Links Card also highlights the friendly and attentive staff, who go above and beyond to ensure that every golfer feels welcome and well-catered to. Whether you're an experienced golfer or just starting out, Bay Springs Country Club promises an enjoyable and rewarding golfing experience that exceeds expectations.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue/White M: 69.9/128 | 370 | 154 | 366 | 485 | 388 | 366 | 180 | 396 | 450 | 3155 | 6366 |
| Black/Silver M: 66.0/108 | 323 | 117 | 336 | 431 | 324 | 366 | 145 | 345 | 410 | 2797 | 5598 |
| Red/Yellow M: 63.3/103 W: 68.0/112 | 298 | 117 | 286 | 361 | 285 | 366 | 110 | 290 | 401 | 2514 | 5035 |
| Handicap | 14 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 16 | ||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 36 | 3128 yards | 34.4 | 112 |
| Red (W) | 37 | 2527 yards | 35.6 | 126 |
**We have not verified the course website. Many links are based on google search results**
Our partner courses have come to love, enjoy, and look forward to their staff memberships each year.
Our members call your proshop and identify themselves as Links Card members. When paying their greens fees, they show their membership card to your staff.
You can restrict it to a 1 time offer or allow our members to redeem it as many times as they'd like.
Most of our partner courses allow for unlimited redemption because the special offer restrictions are so beneficial yields.
We don't charge our partner courses to participate on The Links Card platform.
Our revenue comes from selling memberships to golfers to access the special offers.
We simply want you to have the systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.
Our platform allows you to create offers that increase demand during times that you need it, even if it's as small of a window as after 2pm on Mondays.
From what we've seen, it's the time frame when chances of bookings drop drastically and the expected value of a tee time rapidly approaches $0. For most courses, it's the last 24 hours before a tee time.
24 hours if our default but you're welcome to extend your offer out to meet the needs of your course. For example, a more rural course may want to use 72 hours while a resort near a city may want to use 24 hours
Great question and you absolutely can!
It's easy enough to build out an audience of value golfers. From what we've heard from our partner courses, the more difficult and time consuming part is utilizing them without damaging your brand.
Instead of adding another set of processes to your to do list, you can leverage The Links Card and our process to increase your yields for free.
If your course is consistently booked with foursomes and zero gaps, we congratulate you!
The Links Card is a platform that let's you put systems in place to reduce $0 tee times, even if they are rare for you.