How to Set Up a Golf Simulator League with Your Friends (And Why You Should)

If you have a golf simulator—or are thinking about getting one—you might be missing out on one of the best ways to use it: a friendly (or competitive) simulator golf league. Whether you’re looking to keep your game sharp, hang out with friends, or just have an excuse to play more golf, setting up a league is way easier than you think.

At Simulator Golf Solutions Hawaii, we’ve built and played on our own simulators for years, and we can tell you firsthand: playing solo is great, but playing with friends takes it to another level. And with GSPro, setting up a league is simple, doesn’t take much time, and lets you compete against friends—even if they live on the other side of the world.

Here’s how you can set up your own simulator golf league and make the most of it.

Step 1: Keep It Simple (At First)

The best thing about simulator golf is how easy it is to set up and play. You don’t need to book tee times, drive to the course, or worry about weather delays. A typical round on a sim takes about 30–45 minutes for one person and varies from there depending on the number of players and format.

If it’s your first time organizing a league, start small—maybe four to eight players and a simple format like stroke play or match play. You can always get more creative later with teams, handicaps, or alternative scoring systems.

Step 2: Choose Your League Format

One of the biggest advantages of a simulator league is flexibility. You’re not stuck playing the same course or format every week, and you can schedule rounds whenever it’s convenient.

• Stroke Play: Traditional golf scoring. Lowest total score wins.
• Match Play: One-on-one or two-on-two format where you win holes rather than count strokes.
• Scramble: Great for casual play—teams of two or four each hit, and you play from the best shot.
• Stableford: A points-based system that rewards birdies and better while keeping blow-up holes from ruining a round.

With GSPro, you can set up different courses each week, including real-world layouts and some creative fictional ones. The built-in online capabilities make it easy to track scores and keep competition going.

Step 3: Play Online with Friends Anywhere

One of the best features of GSPro is online play. If you have a friend with a simulator—even if they live across the country—you can compete in real-time or play your rounds separately and compare scores.

GSPro’s Online Society feature lets you:

• Host tournaments that players can complete on their own schedule.
• Play live rounds together with voice chat for a true virtual golf experience.
• Track stats and leaderboards automatically.

As long as you and your friends have GSPro and a launch monitor (like Bushnell, Foresight, or Uneekor), you’re good to go.

Step 4: Set Up the Right Rules & Tech

You don’t need to be a tech expert to run a simulator league, but it helps to have a few guidelines in place:

• Decide on tee settings and putting rules (some leagues use auto-putt to speed things up).
• Keep pace in mind—limit practice swings and aim for a 30–90 minute round, depending on the group.
• Make sure everyone’s system is dialed in so the simulator reads shots accurately. (We can help with this!)

Step 5: Add Some Stakes (But Keep It Fun)

Some leagues play for money, others for pride, and some just for the fun of competing. You can set up a weekly buy-in, a season-long prize, or just keep a running leaderboard.

Whatever you do, make sure it’s something that keeps players engaged but doesn’t turn it into a second job. The whole point is to make simulator golf more fun and competitive without the hassle of a full 18-hole round outside.

Step 6: Enjoy the Game (and Maybe Get Better Too)

One of the underrated perks of playing in a sim league is how much it can improve your game. With GSPro’s detailed analytics, you’ll get real feedback on your ball flight, club path, and consistency. Playing in a league keeps you motivated and gives you a reason to practice, even if you’re just trying to beat your buddy who always drains 30-footers.

Need Help Setting Up? We’ve Got You.

If you’re thinking about getting into simulator golf but don’t know where to start, we can help. Whether it’s setting up a full simulator, dialing in GSPro, or getting the right launch monitor, Simulator Golf Solutions Hawaii has the experience to get you playing in no time.

Setting up a golf league should be fun, not complicated, and with a little planning, you and your friends can turn your simulator into the ultimate weekly golf hangout. If you have questions or want to talk about building a setup that works for you, reach out—we’d love to help.

Ready to get started? Contact us today and let’s build your perfect simulator golf experience.