A few of the Grass League's franchises. Photo: Brendan Lynch/Axios
A budding golf league is bringing city-based golf franchises to San Diego and other American cities.
Why it matters: Grass League, a self-proclaimed "high-stakes" par-3 golf organization, is trying to make fast-paced, team golf mainstream.
Part of that effort involves the creation of the San Diego Munis.
The latest: The 11-franchise league recently received $2.75 million in funding to cover the cost of organizing live events and hiring a commissioner, among other things.
How it works: Each franchise is eligible to field a certain number of two-player teams at each Grass League event.
Anyone over the age of 18 can be on a team, regardless of whether they're a professional.
All competitions are played in a two-person scramble format, where both players hit from the same spot.
Outcomes are decided based on team or franchise performance, depending on the event.
What they're saying: Grass League co-founder Jake Hoselton tells Axios that par-3 golf focuses on the most exciting part of the sport.
"That's where all of the scoring happens. It's where close shots are hit to the hole; it's where long putts and chip-ins are being made. Those are the things that get remembered."
What we're watching: The league airs contests live during prime time on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, a pivot from the weekend afternoon slot golf has traditionally held.
