2025 was a year for the golf history books. Scottie Scheffler secured his fourth straight Player of the Year, Rory McIlroy finally completed the Career Grand Slam at Augusta, and Jeeno Thitikul set a new LPGA Tour scoring record. We even saw Bethpage Black turn European Blue during a rowdy Ryder Cup.
But while the pros were busy chasing trophies and winning millions in prize money, the 18Birdies Community was doing the real heavy lifting. Rory might have a Green Jacket, but did he expertly navigate a Sunday morning three-putt marathon while fighting a nagging slice? Probably not.
The true highlights of 2025 can be found in the unmatched passion, the 6:00 AM tee times, and the relentless "just one more round" energy of our 18Birdies community. As we reflect on the year, the data proves that while the pros have the trophies, 18Birdies golfers have the most heart and camaraderie in the game.
Let's take a look at what we accomplished together.
A Year Full of Golf
Golfers across the 18Birdies community were more active than ever this year. In total, players tracked 31M+ rounds, showing the true dedication our members have for the game. Those rounds weren't just limited to familiar fairways - golfers explored 46K unique courses across the globe, demonstrating the reach and diversity of our growing community.
One day in particular stood out: August 3, our busiest day of 2025. On that day alone, golfers logged an incredible 198K rounds, proving that when the sun is shining, our community shows up in full force.
18Birdies golfers played everywhere from coast to coast, but a few states rose to the top with the most activity in 2025:
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California
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Florida
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Texas
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Michigan
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New York
Scoring Milestones Worth Celebrating
If there's one thing we love about golf here at 18Birdies, well, it's birdies! And this year, we had a whole lot of them. Across all rounds logged in 2025, 18Birdies golfers recorded an astounding 15M+ birdies, a community-wide showcase of great shots and moments worth celebrating.
When we zoom out to scoring performance, 18Birdies golfers averaged an 18-hole score of 92.2, almost 2 strokes better than the 94 stroke average reported by the National Golf Foundation. It turns out that 18Birdies really does shave some strokes off your game!
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Our Premium members made some serious strides in 2025. Over 20% of rounds tracked by 18Birdies Premium members used the Smart Tracking scoring mode with Strokes Gained analytics. These rounds give golfers pro-level insights into their game after every round, helping them understand their strengths and opportunities on the course.
Premium members also unlocked some powerful new improvement tools in 2025. Beyond the instant tips provided by the AI Swing Analyzer, golfers took full advantage of the new Pro Swing Analysis feature. By submitting swing videos, members connected directly with certified coaches for personalized, professional guidance - all at an exclusive discount.
It's clear that these Premium tools are no longer just "features", but they are essential gear in the modern golfer's bag. Keep an eye out for new Premium features in 2026!
Explore Your 2025
Career Highlights
While the community numbers tell an incredible story of our love for the sport, the most meaningful insights live inside your own game. Your 2025 Career Highlights are now available in the 18Birdies app, turning your rounds into a personalized year-in-review.
Celebrate your progress and get ready to do it all again in 2026!