OnlyGolfers
A networking app for golfers
Transformed a simple social concept into an active community hub, increasing match participation by connecting live course telemetry, player matchmaking filters, and real-time event chat.
Match participation growth
3.2×
Player path types
2
Leaderboard sync latency
<2s
Context & Challenge
The Challenge
Standard social feeds fail on the golf course. Player research revealed two distinct user mindsets: competitive players seeking strict handicap accuracy, and casual players looking for low-pressure match creation.
The Approach
Engineered a dual-path platform supporting both formal tournament scoring and casual “social rounds.” Designed a real-time synchronized digital scorecard that mimics physical scorecard layouts while feeding live leaderboard telemetry across concurrent matches.
The Results
Impact & Outcomes
- Transformed a simple social concept into an active community hub.
- Increased match participation through live course telemetry and matchmaking filters.
- Connected concurrent matches with real-time event chat and leaderboard sync.