Definition: English is a points competition or betting game that is played among groups of three. On each hole, 6 points are at stake. The points might carry a monetary value that is totaled at the end of the round, with payouts being made on the differences. Or English might simply be played for points and bragging rights. Points are awarded based on the low, middle and high scores on each hole in this manner:
• 4 points to golfer with low score of the group;
• 2 points to golfer with middle score of the group;
• 0 points to golfer with high score of the group
If two players tie for low score, each gets 3 points, with the high scorer getting 0. If two players tie for high score, the low scorer gets 4 points and the two high scorers get 1 point each. If all three players tie, either 2 points or 0 points are awarded (group members should decide this before the round begins).
