How to Play Stableford
Stableford is a 2-4 player game where points are awarded each hole based on the number of strokes taken. This game’s a blast for all skill levels—because those disaster holes? Yeah, they don’t count. So go ahead, triple bogey with confidence!
Standard Stableford Scoring:
0 Points - Double Bogey or worse
1 Point - Bogey
2 Points - Par
3 Points - Birdie
4 Points - Eagle
5 Points - Albatross or better
At the end of the round, tally up all points to see who scored the most!
King of Clubs Scorecards make scoring Stableford effortless, with boxes to track each player's points as well as your own strokes!
Stableford FAQ
How many players can play Stableford?
Stableford works for 2 to 4 golfers, and everyone plays for themselves.
How are points scored in Stableford?
Points come from your strokes on each hole: 0 for double bogey or worse, 1 for bogey, 2 for par, 3 for birdie, 4 for eagle and 5 for albatross or better.
Does the high score or low score win in Stableford?
The high score. Add up your points at the end of the round, and whoever has the most wins.
Why is Stableford good for mixed skill levels?
A blow-up hole can only cost you zero points, so one bad hole won't sink your round.
Do King of Clubs Stableford scorecards include the rules?
Yes. The rules are printed on the back, with boxes for each player's points and your own strokes. Grab the Stableford Scorecards (4 pack) or see all five games on the Game Rules page.
