The way a golf score is calculated depends on the format of play (stroke play or match play) and the scoring format (Stableford, Par/bogey, etc.).
A round score is always based on the number of strokes played, but each format has its own method of calculation.
The scoring methods for different formats are explained in the subsequent tabs of the Scoring section.
Ready-to-use calculators are available for both 18-hole and 9-hole rounds:
- Stroke play (gross and net, Stableford, Par/bogey, Score Differential) and
- Match play