cpljohnst
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But then there is the flip side where there were two mid teen indexes playing two low single digits. #nochance.
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mikedean441
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Already made it to strokes and format talk...that didn't take long to escalate.
I'll leave that up to GG and JB they have a pretty good track record up to this point
I'll leave that up to GG and JB they have a pretty good track record up to this point
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Straight up FTW. Go low or go home.
Maybe a seeding system where each team is required to be comprised of 2 players that fit into each of 4 handicap ranges. Or 4 players from 2 ranges.
Whatever is decided, I definitely want to be a part of it!
Maybe a seeding system where each team is required to be comprised of 2 players that fit into each of 4 handicap ranges. Or 4 players from 2 ranges.
Whatever is decided, I definitely want to be a part of it!
Michigan Slice
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As long as it's honest what's the problem?
Being a high handicapper going against a single, what would my chances be?
Being a high handicapper, what are the odds I play real well for 18 holes?
Handicaps are intended to create an even playing field, so ALL abilities can compete against each other.
Isn't that what it's all about?
**edit** Until then, I'll work to become a single digit!
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Teams from several states / region have already been listed. Format is the next logical discussion point..hahaha
More so in best ball where it's 2 on 2.
Stronger player carries weaker player most of the time but then when high handicaps stroke twice their bogey beats my par or their bogey pushes my birdie.
Just tough to swallow in competition....heart breaker.
I singles I agree, high handicapper won't keep that up.
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In those formats it should only be a percentage of handicaps to lessen this. 60% is common.
Understood....but in a 9 hole match recently my pairing had to give 2 strokes on 2 holes.
Not complaining, just stating why I prefer to play straight up.
Or you have to give a stroke on a 130 yard par 3 with no hazards.
#UhOh
Edit: quoted the wrong post...but you get the idea.
cpljohnst
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In a nine hole match it should be even lower. Maybe 30% handicaps.
I play in a handicapped match play league every year. One on one matches. As a single digit I've faced high handicappers getting multiple strokes many times. I've won some and lost some. Maybe it doesn't bother me as much because I do it every year. It does take a certain mindset as the lower index player.
I understand how it works, not arguing the percentages.
Simply stating when playing against a 30 plus index in a best ball format that giving up 2 strokes on a hole is tough, especially when they are paired with a solid player who will end up using most of their scores.
It's completely different than singles because in that format you can just about expect to win numerous holes with bogeys cause the other person will have several blow up holes. Will rarely lose a hole with a birdie or par.
All this talk of formats and strokes...I want to go hit balls in the snow!
Michigan Slice
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Its crazy isn't it. Between Legacy, The King, and this Regional measuring contest I'm so stoked for my round tomorrow!!!
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Im so glad to hear that.
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As a 21 handicap I would have no issue with playing straight up. Would I more than likely lose? Yes but I would LOVE the competition and would love to give myself a chance at beating someone straight up and not with help of a handicap.
On the same note I also wouldn't mind if it was handicapped in case I was playing horrible that day haha
On the same note I also wouldn't mind if it was handicapped in case I was playing horrible that day haha
mikedean441
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Did he just quasi fify himself in 3rd person?
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Here's the thing with handicaps.....they are great to have in a friendly game or on the club level. But what I've witnessed personally from more than not, is guys try to pump up their handicaps right before a big event to make sure they have a shot at winning. It was rare for me to run across someone that was trying to lose strokes off their index. So practice wasn't a priority. Getting better wasn't a priority. Sacrificing wasn't a priority. It was just odd for me to see this type of behavior.
