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
Nestled in the charming town of Ghent, New York, Meadowgreens Golf Course invites golfers of all skill levels to experience its scenic and challenging 9-hole layout. Established in 2006, this public course offers a par of 36 and measures 3011 yards, providing a perfect balance between enjoyment and challenge. With a slope rating of 108 and a rating score of 27.7, Meadowgreens ensures an engaging game without overwhelming beginners. The course features a variety of interesting holes that demand strategic shot placement and accuracy, making it an ideal destination for golfers seeking to improve their skills. Amenities such as rentable carts and available clubs enhance the overall golfing experience. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, Meadowgreens Golf Course promises an accessible and enjoyable golfing adventure in the picturesque landscapes of Ghent.
Meadowgreens Golf Course has garnered a range of reviews from players, reflecting both positive and negative experiences. One reviewer describes the course as an average local 9-hole option, praising its affordability compared to nearby courses and its suitability for beginners due to its relaxed atmosphere. The reviewer also highlights the presence of some interesting holes on the course. However, they express concerns about inconsistent maintenance, citing instances of long grass in the fairways and poorly maintained greens.
Another player shares a disappointing experience, criticizing the course conditions as subpar and not matching the expectations created by online pictures. They encountered issues with balls getting plugged or lost even after well-executed shots.
On the positive side, a frequent golfer recommends Meadowgreens Golf Course, although without providing specific details about their experiences.
Overall, while Meadowgreens offers an affordable option for beginners or those seeking a quick round of golf, it may fall short in terms of maintenance and course conditions, which could impact the overall golfing experience.
The Links Cards acknowledges Meadowgreens Golf Course as an affordable choice for golfers seeking a quick round or those looking to hone their skills. As a 9-hole public course, it provides an accessible and enjoyable golfing experience. However, the mixed reviews from players highlight the need for consistent maintenance and improved course conditions to enhance the overall value proposition.
While some players appreciate the low price and beginner-friendly environment, concerns about spotty maintenance, such as long grass and poorly maintained greens, detract from the golfing experience. Additionally, the negative experience shared by one player regarding the course conditions not meeting expectations raises questions about the accuracy of online representations.
To truly capture the value of Meadowgreens Golf Course, it is essential to address these maintenance issues and ensure that the course conditions align with the expectations of golfers. By doing so, Meadowgreens can solidify its position as an attractive and worthwhile destination for golfers seeking an affordable and enjoyable golfing experience in Ghent, New York.
*Our information is based on reviews and descriptions from across the internet
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White M: 70.7/121 | 502 | 360 | 365 | 270 | 320 | 180 | 380 | 115 | 510 | 3002 | 6004 |
| Red M: 69.2/117 W: 70.2/119 | 492 | 350 | 355 | 260 | 310 | 170 | 360 | 115 | 502 | 2914 | 5828 |
| Handicap | 16 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 18 | ||
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red (W) | 36 | 2914 yards |
**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.