An important contribution Puttle has to offer your community are the benefits of holding a Puttle tournament. Just as the scoring for Puttle is similar to golf, conducting a Puttle tournemant is almost the exact same as a local golf tournament. All you'll need are several Puttle sets, an appropriate surface to putt on, either indoor or out, and a few eager competitors of any age carrying their putter.
Since Puttle can be played in a carpeted ballroom or conference room, there is no need to worry about the playing conditions. An additional benefit is the tournament can be played at any time of year. In fact, a Puttle tournament during the Winter months may prove a great benefit to those who want to prepare for their first outing in the Spring.
As mentioned earlier Puttle is for all ages, so your tournament can easily incorporate families. It is recommended the handicap distance for children eleven and under is for them to putt at a distance of one foot per year. For example, a 6 year old would putt at six feet and an 11 year old would putt at eleven feet. From 12 and up, everyone putts from twelve feet. This is the official distance for tournament worldwide.
The International Puttle Organization offers materials you can use to help promote your event and help the players better understand the game.
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