Birdie BankWolf Golf Game: Rules, Strategy & Scoring
Wolf is a strategic 4-player betting game where the "wolf" picks a partner — or goes Lone Wolf for double. Full rules and scoring inside.
Wolf is a points/betting game for four. Players rotate being the "Wolf" each hole (fixed order). Off the tee the Wolf watches each drive and either picks a partner (2v2) — choosing right after that player's tee shot, before the next player hits — or goes Lone Wolf, taking on all three alone for a higher payout (usually double or triple). Some groups add "Blind Wolf" (declaring before anyone tees off) for an even bigger multiplier.
Worked example: holes worth 1 point. Partner up and win = +1 each. Go Lone Wolf (3x) and beat all three = +3; lose and you pay each opponent the multiplied amount.
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Frequently asked questions
How many players do you need for Wolf?
Four works best, with the Wolf role rotating each hole.
What is a Lone Wolf?
When the Wolf rejects all partners and plays 1-against-3 for a higher (usually doubled) payout.
When does the Wolf choose a partner?
Immediately after a player's tee shot, before the next player hits.
Tired of doing this math in the parking lot?
Birdie Bank scores Wolf automatically while you play and tells everyone exactly who owes who the second the round ends — no spreadsheets, no arguments. Free on iOS and Android.