SCRATCH GOLF is NOT scoring 72 every round - How the Handicap System confuses people PART 2

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Scratch golf is very different to what you think.
How can I shoot 76 and be classified as a scratch round? That's indeed confusing and why my handicap is probably lower than the 5 I estimate it to be. There are a lot of people who will immediately say someone is not a certain handicap because of one or two rounds.
But that's where the Handicap system needs to be explained.
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A lot of playas will get this WRONG. Scratch golf is NOT shooting level par on the scorecard every time. Handicap systems work differently to what you think scratch golf is.
The handicap system works out your handicap over 20 scores, and only counts your best 8 scores. So if you play the same course over and over and over again, your score should trend downwards anyway.
And on top of that, the course rating is often much higher than 72. Some courses have a stroke rating of 73, 74 or 75. That means if you score 76 EIGHT TIMES out of TWENTY scores, you will be a scratch handicap.
Your scores can be 8 x76 and 12 x 99 - yes you can shoot 99 TWELVE TIMES and still be a scratch handicap because they took your 8 best scores of 76 76 76 76 76 76 76 76 and ignored the rest.
That means on this course, rated 74.9 and a slope of 131, if I shoot 75-76 eight times and score between 77 and 90 for the remaining 12, my handicap would be scratch! So while these two videos may not add up to 72, thats NOT SCRATCH GOLF!
That's actually PLUS HANDICAP golf!!!! Please keep this in mind when you talk about others handicap.
Whenever you see someone play one or two rounds on KZbin or in person and they do not shoot to their handicap, remember their handicap is from their best 40% of their scores. And remember, if you shoot your handicap every round, you would be a pro within 6 months because it would keep dropping week after week. AND ONE MORE THING!!
Remember when you talk to other people about someone not being a certain handicap they told you they were, EVERYONE ELSE IS TALKING ABOUT YOU THE SAME WAY! LOLOLOL
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[@vandiesel5447]

I play solo so I can say "Waddaplaya!" and "Waddaputtah!" in a South African accent without my playing partners calling Mental Health Services on me.

[@chex313]

Its better than what I here on the course...a lot of GD's and F***'s I try to stick to oh Suger and Whatashot

[@michaelwright8627]

Nice. I’m gonna try a Boston accent next

[@mikenike6079]

Very hard to do a South African accent, most people sound like lethal weapon

[@GolfSidekick]

@Van Diesel...you win the gold feather divot tool. Email me playa

[@jackhoutz26]

Solo rounds just to tune up the game and get everything out of you mind. Gotta walk a solo round as well to have extra time to just think

[@jackhoutz26]

When you got second to top comment so you offer to just buy a silver divot tool

[@MelonxJuice]

Thinking’s the worst thing you can do in golf

[@MrDavidPhoenix]

El Tigre I agree with you 1000% that thinking is bad, but when walking, thinking is totally different because you actually have the time between shots that give you a better idea of where to go from there. Coming from a 22 year old playing an 11 handicap

[@alyshahwalji7963]

Agreed, it’s less the destructive thinking of your swing and more the helpful thinking of your strategic next move !

[@GolfSidekick]

LOL, walking is the best man. I miss it. In Thailand we always walk. In Malaysia it seems there are almost no walking courses! Definitely makes me plauy better to walk

[@vdubber252k]

I play solo rounds as I love just playing golf and it feels great when i hit a sub 100 round! Yes I'm that level of golfer, but i still enjoy my time on the course. I'll even travel to play a new course even solo, its just you verses the course! :) When not solo on a course I usually play a round with my Dad, Uncle or both of them, time well spent.

[@sonny2480]

I play solo rounds for some totally stress free zen golf. Love being by myself whacking balls without my friends making digs when I hit a shit shot. 👍

[@sonny2480]

Booooo looks like Van Diesel has me beat 😢

[@samerlam9551]

If your friend takes the piss for doing a bad shot you need to play with better friends

[@mitch3745]

I want this guy and PFT commentator to do a collab 😂

[@reid7987]

Playing solo is relaxing and I feel like I can take my time and play how I want. Nobody to see my bad shots, I can play two balls if I feel like it, and it is very peaceful.

[@fat-shotgolf2937]

You have a fab outlook on life, don't lose it and continue to be an inspiration and enlightenment for all bro 😎

[@laurelhill3505]

Thanks to this channel, I have gone from a player to a playa. And I now call my pals "boyfriends". It confuses them.

[@timhaigh5165]

I find playing solo it allows me to get into that battle with myself and not get distracted by trying to play against another player which really just creates a ceiling for your potential for growing birdies. Also you can really get into the vibe with the course too

[@nickdykman8127]

I play solo rounds because I enjoy walking. No one else wants to walk with me when golfing, they "need" a cart...

[@bryanmcminn]

Golf is meant to be walked! I feel you on this one mate.

[@rainbowsix94]

This comment encapsulates me all my boys love the cart and The only fat guy is the one who wants to walk

[@GolfSidekick]

I love a walk...much better to feel the ground, analyze your upcoming shot, have time to chat to the other walkers. Waddalife

[@TMar1961]

Except for those thousands of us that cannot physically walk a golf course, I cant play if I have to walk; I'd love to but my body wont let me, I'd be good for MAYBE 3 holes walking then would have to go home.

[@nickdykman8127]

@@TMar1961 And im glad they have carts for that reason! I was making fun of my friends who are perfectly able to walk 36 holes in a day and they say they "need" a cart. Cheers!

[@Andrewgolf90]

A friend of mine plays solo rounds even when ive booked to play with him. Always seems to be on a different hole on his own!

[@TheBuffetBar]

OMG that sneeze Corona made me laugh so hard

[@duffer0309]

I like playing solo rounds helps my confidence. If I hit a bad shot,I drop another ball and usually hit it perfect. Also usually play 2 balls or shorter tees so I can practice different shots

[@GolfSidekick]

That is a great thing I did with Teaski a couple weeks ago. We worked on getting it right because why go out there and just practice sucking

[@kskjold83]

This is one of my favorite videos you've done. Especially the reflections at the end of the video. Great perspective! Waddaplaya....WADDALIFE!

[@onedividedsoul]

“You don’t score until you score” Golf sidekick 2020

[@mikenike6079]

That's from American Pie ...

[@GolfSidekick]

@@mikenike6079 Steve Stifler - the philosophy god

[@shotshaper3638]

Quick tip for those unreadable putts. First make sure you’re straddling your intended line, if you need to use this strategy you should have more than enough wiggle room to not stomp on your own line. Secondly, don’t bother aiming outside the cup from that distance if you can’t even see the break.

[@shotshaper3638]

This is me assuming that at around 2:20 the grain wasn’t also pushing your ball right

[@ichibanmikey]

When I'm playing solo rounds I'm not really playing "solo"...I'm playing with a good version of me and a bad version...like a Jekyll and Hyde. :P

[@T1cksandLeeches]

yeah, the first shot version...and the second shot version lol. Went out the other day solo and played 2 balls on every hole. Ball 2 scored a 79...ball 1 scored my normal 95. I didn't cheat or anything on ball 2, it was just so much more carefree and focused than the stress of ball 1. 79 is about 8 strokes better than I've ever played in my life.

[@ichibanmikey]

@@T1cksandLeeches Nice job on the 79! It's amazing how much better you play when you're relaxed! That's how I feel when I play solo versus with my friends who are hacks like me but more competitive. There's just these subconscious headworms that start creeping in and such. But I'm learning to control that better.

[@garethstewart6467]

I play solo rounds so I can do my swearing Tourette’s routine without the others knowing I’m a psycho.

[@phdgolf3867]

Wadda video! I am returning to golf thanks to them and your stress-free approach. In fact, I am at the middle of an equipment crossroads: for a high handicapper, which driver would you go for: Cobra F9 or Ping G400 Max? Cheers!

[@brianlynch2683]

Solo rounds have been some of my favorite! Because I can't always find a buddy or a foursome I'll go alone and really work one aspect of my game. Just me and my shots, no ego!!!

[@RanchElement]

Solo rounds are where it is only you. Your thoughts are all truly your own. These will be the same thoughts multiplied because in round with others there are more distractions like conversation and other playa’s shots. I love solo rounds and playing solo with others as you can really be whoever you want to be at the course!

[@richardlazar3218]

I love solo rounds for the serenity, and for practicing the actual playing situations rather than bashing balls at the range. It's so instructive to repeat shots or to try something different.

[@davec-1378]

"Wadda life" Watching the "playa" walking a nice round of golf during my lunch break is almost as soothing for my soul as me walking a round on a nice day!

[@seanegan8789]

I play solo rounds for two reasons. 1 I love practicing real life scenarios on the course rather than going to a driving range and just banging away endlessly for no real gain. 2 the ability to think clearly, low stress and reinforce what I do well, play golf the way it should be played enjoying the beautiful surroundings. I’ve never seen an ugly golf course. Wadda game!

[@christophervasquez4715]

It’s just a matter of time before i sink my first ace, as soon as I play a solo round it will happen and no one will believe me 🤣. Plus I enjoy a cold beer with my buddy’s after around, you drink by yourself and they call you a alcoholic.

[@willfittraining3381]

Love a solo round. Good to take time and pick the perfect shots. Plus would love a divot tool 🤙

[@troyal9185]

I appreciate all you do and your instruction! Wish more vloggers would take the time to explain and coach the way you do!!! Thank you

[@IggyInBurnaby]

I play solo rounds because I am DYING to get a feather from GS!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE UPVOTE!!!!!

[@leontaylor3695]

“What ever happens after a shot, you just got to deal with. That’s golf” Really needed this to help with me golf. I’ve been to stressed about it

[@GolfSidekick]

That's golf playa much like life. Analysis by paralysis in real life leads to no action, and then dealing with that consequence. Make a decision, commit, then deal with it - nothing is so bad that it will destroy us. If you are making a decision that destroys you, then it probably was a bad decision earlier on and it's too far gone! That's a quadruple bogey in life

[@ayres1009]

I play solos to concentrate on what I'm working on and I also have odd days off work so I don't always have a friend to play with.

[@lukekrajewski8722]

Play some solo rounds so I can wear bright clothes and bucket hats like the Playa-in-Chief without blinding my buddies. Seems to clear the mind as I don't really think about anything, very soothing 😎

[@Galacticfissure]

Solo rounds are the best way to focus on stress free golf. Don’t have all my buddies around me egging me on to hit the BOOMSTICK

[@swiger416]

I'll grab a yardage book and walk solo at dusk. Great way to walk off your yardages, make a course management strategy and the get comfortable with the course sans aggravating other playas. Cheers!

[@lukeabsey9679]

I play both because I love to compete with myself and other people so it really just depends

[@willpate447]

I use solo rounds as a big confidence boost. If I hit a bad shot I evaluate it, and play a second ball just to show myself I was capable of hitting the desired shot. I play my original miss, but just to prove to myself I can hit the shots I am thinking of I play a second ball several times a round.

[@adammccomb2498]

Just wanted to say thank you for all the videos you have posted to date. Your love for golf and wanting to help others is inspiring!

[@robinsonmichaelrobinson1609]

Solo rounds for me is perfect Zen, and for an introvert like myself, preferred . Hit a great shot, hit a bad shot-no worries, just golf, a game; the best game there is. Love your work Matt.

[@michaelwright8627]

BTW, You’ve helped me enjoy golf by removing my ego. Maybe I’ll find a way to play those tropical courses?!

[@trentthompson6996]

solo rounds just to play golf, being alone on the course is just a different feeling, music, and not an inch of pressure from anyone but yourself

[@ghoztmazta1]

I play solo becuse i have no friends. So please help me get friends

[@brobillyray]

Solo rounds are a chance for low to no pressure golf. Some of my best golf is solo, and so, very revealing of a mindset we should have on round we play with others. Ego is in check solo.

[@wilio9098]

Obviously you play solo for infinite mulligans

[@andrewblaylock7002]

Ok boyfriends! I play solo rounds not only for practice but less stress and less pressure to impress someone I don't even like that much

[@MrShakenbake0813]

I play solo rounds to become one with the way of the playa. I have more than enough gratification on mygood swings to have a blessed day for 18 holes of golf! Low expectations=low scores, it changed my mentality and my overall outlook on golf! Thank you for making golf fun again! #whaddacomment!

[@lindyusmc]

I play solo because there are less moving parts to coordinate and schedules to mesh. Also no one there to share my beers and claws with!

[@zerobucks9]

I play solo a few times a week. I get off work and have a course 5 minutes away. $50 a month membership. Walk 9 holes a few times a week and 18 every weekend. I just started back to golf this year and have scratched and clawed my way back into the 80's. Thanks to my Golfsidekick and LOTS of practice. Thanks for the vids playa!!

[@zerobucks9]

Also, I am about to order the SC 300 using your code. Thanks for the savings playa!!

[@toml665]

I like playing with my buddies but a solo round is a way to have peace and relaxation. You can enjoy the course,the trees the quiet. Your game improves as you concentrate and get into a zone especially if you walk. You contemplate strategy,club selection pick your safe areas and also choose which pins to attack. If you have never walked a round just by yourself you must try it, totally different game.

[@dragonfury3378]

I play solo rounds so that I have the chance to hit another shot and allows me to learn a new course faster. Also nobody telling me that it flew into the water when I can clearly see the splash

[@jackmartineau3687]

Yes, I definitely play solo rounds. Especially love it when I'm the first tee time in the morning and nobody is ahead of me. I can play at my own pace, get in a rhythm that isn't dictated by the people I'm with or the groups around me, hit extra shots whenever I want to work on the game, and I'll play in well under 3 hours. I also find it super relaxing to be out there by myself and like being done before the hottest part of the day.

[@ianrobertson1647]

That is EXACTLY how I am currently playing most of my Golf and it is both relaxing and helps me think better about all of my Shots. You start thinking about them long before you get to them as opposed to chatting to a colleague and only when you arrive at your ball do you start to think about how you are going to hit it.

[@msteph2236]

I love a good solo round, not worrying about judgement of club choice or play style and just playing for myself!

[@parbeau]

Love playing solos after work. Get a chance to play a couple balls, practice different lies, strategies, and not feel rushed by anyone.

[@rosseaton990]

I play solo rounds because that means no one can drink my beer! Am I right?

[@stevenwinges6436]

I just played a solo round this weekend. Best round of the year for me. Followed the way of the playa and played stress free golf. Didn’t have to live up to being the longest off the tee. Even went 3 iron, 3 iron, wedge on a par 5 for tap in par. 1st off the tee, shot a 78 and home before 10 am to spend the rest of the day my family, perfect.

[@justinpaul9843]

Waddalife

[@michaelfulford902]

I play solo rounds so that I'm not even tempted to let the ego take over on any shot. Everyone thinks they are a golf instructor when in a group and I'm committed to the Way of the Playa!

[@logansept]

Another life lesson from golf sidekick, love your attitude on life! Attitude of gratitude is the way to go.

[@StevenTransProfile]

You get to clear your mind, relax and have a nice walk. Also there’s more chance to practice if the course isn’t packed.

[@DrDevon23]

Thanks, Matt for your great perspective on golf. I’m fairly new into my journey with the sport and I believe it will be much more enjoyable and positive thanks to the ideas you share in your videos. As a casual amateur what sense is there in getting frustrated? Stress free golf is going to be great!

[@davidcavon637]

I’ve watched this twice (like most of your stuff), I’m almost ready to be the earthly disciple of TWOTP! Golfing is always alone, even in a foursome or tournament! But I’d rather play and play poorly than not play at all 🙏✌️😛. My scores haven’t dropped that much, but my enjoyment of the game has sure gone way up! Practice is just more fun!

[@brianfootit5756]

I play solo rounds so I can plant as many feathers possible without slowing down my playing partners. One time, I stripped an entire pigeon just to stock up on future birdies.

[@louisauthemanautheman1566]

Solo rounds = farming the feather planting, basicaly every single one on the golf course ! Waddapleasure to know that all these birdies soon will show 🐣 ⛳

[@JesusChrist-to3rq]

Ah yes, you haven't scored until you scored, and that's how I defeated the Devil and save you from your sins.

[@GolfSidekick]

Thank you bro. WaddaHaysoos

[@michaelwright8627]

I love solo rounds early Saturday morning! Small rewards like walking on the fairway when I actually hit a fairway. I also enjoy building confidence by talking myself out of high-ego shots.

[@jfkjunior2004]

I play solo a lot. Mainly because I like playing two balls to help improve my decision making when playing "for real"

[@GolfSidekick]

I agree, works for me!

[@PatrickMclaughlinRock]

Do love your videos Matt, you have a great attitude and I'm sure you'll reach scratch soon 👍 I play 90% of my golf solo, great way to work on your game/strategies ect and plus and this is a big plus, it's so much more peaceful and relaxed 👍

[@mythbusterman8541]

You did well to save bogie on that hole Where you drove it into the matter . Waddanupanddown

[@mythbusterman8541]

Water * although if we are to get scientific players water is clear matter , in liquid form , atoms , it’s science playyas

[@anthonymartinez3725]

Why I play solos lol I play them so noone sees how many bad shots I hit or how many mulligans I take 😅😅

[@gu55e]

I play solo rounds so I don’t embarrass myself in front of my friends while I put for quadruple boogey.

[@davidrichardson6777]

Love Solo rounds quite early in the morning when you share the course with wildlife and bird song, scoring doesn't matter just being out playing really helps take the stress of every day life to float away with the morning breeze. The qualifying competitions and friendly banter filled rounds are great fun, but sometimes you just need the quiet so centre yourself. Way of the zen playa

[@NickOnPar]

Solo so I can move to preferred lies without someone heckling!!!

[@CaNtHoNY127]

I play solo rounds to clear my mind. Nothing like waking up at the crack of dawn and enjoying the peaceful world around me.

[@ZaxDrumsandGolf]

I play the majority of my rounds solo. Cause I work shift and I play usually in the morning while other people are working!! My problem is not aiming it is standing more up to the ball. But I am working on it!! I think I maybe compensating for my back since I used to have back issues? That was an awesome shot with the 54° on the 11th!!

[@vibegodcartel]

I'm from Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada. I played a private course today and on the 5th tee box from the tips I see someone has planted a feather right next to the marker. I explained what this meant to my friend and then I smashed driver, was on in two and drained the putt. So you see Playas, you have to plant feathers to grow birdies for your fellow golfers as well, and hopefully if enough feathers get planted, you will find one that will grow birdies for you.

[@theoriginalcolinenglish]

Play solo all the time. Mainly because I’m 44 years old with no children, while all my golf buddies have kids. And my wife doesn’t mind, so it’s worked out pretty well.

[@ericschmidt9523]

I play solo rounds just to work on my mental side of the game, mostly just trying to stay positive about my bad shots

[@MrThunderstruck12]

Yes I early Saturday morning round.. Or week day evening round... Just a chance to go out enjoy the shot, and move on .. Whataplaya when I'm by myself!! Plus the conversation is better. 🏌️👍

[@JH-7]

Solo rounds so I don’t have to focus on anything but my game and practice, so I can actually get better without distractions also so I can beat my friends when we do play. (Plz like I want the top comment divot tool 😂).

[@jweatherf]

I play mostly solo rounds. My playing buddies all work during the week and play on the weekend. I usually play on Tuesday or Wednesday (or both 😂). The best part about this is sending them pictures of the course while they are working 😂

[@jwreturn]

I play solo to get more practice, I hit extra shots, will sometimes keep 2 balls in play, if I'm at difficult yardage (e.g. 40yds, 50yds, etc) I might hit 5 balls up to get a feel for that yardage, lots of chips as well, etc.

[@peterschmitz4401]

Solo?!? Why yes, always love myself a good 3 hour round and no weird looks when I play birdie music and tuba sounds. Plant feathers...grow gold feathers to fix my future divots with.

[@ultra-extreme]

I play solo because my parents (who introduced me) rarely play, my girlfriend rarely wants to play, and none of my friends play. Also, I play alone rather than play with strangers. It is quite relaxing to play golf alone - my biggest obstacle is mustering the energy it takes after a work week to get myself to the course. One problem I've run into in Sweden is that this year has a record number of new golfers, so the tee times are almost always jam packed when I am available to play. The consequence is that even if I book a solo ball I find that I am joined by a threesome. Sometimes it is enjoyable, sometimes not so much!

[@PURP_PLAYS]

I hate when you said on your death bed you should be playing more golf not work because now im packing my clubs up and heading to the range. lol dammit, its hot out today.

[@pinotgrigio4707]

Solo rounds because I don't like people 👌🏽

[@Budsport_TV]

I have this awful hump to get over with my approach shot game. I can hit my 60* beautifully out of the rough from 75-80yrd in & my badass new 54* Mizzuno is amazing from 85-115 out, both on the fairway and the rough. My 56* is garbage so I rarely use it, should probably take your advice and treat myself to a new sand wedge type degrees club - but back to the point - when I hit my 60* off the fairway from the same range as the round I generally take a huge divot, skull it, whatever, and only go half the distance I was looking for straight up in the air. Other times I just top the crap out of it and it worms burns past the hole. But my 54*, wow! I can hit that fine under 80yrds off the fairway, but it’s got so much power I gotta be very controlled with it. Guess my question here is: why is it so tough to hit my 60* off the fairway at the same range I feel confident and comfortable hitting off the rough from? Is it all confidence and in my head, or is it the design of the 60? Hmm 🤔

[@floggerrush5]

I play a fair amount of my rounds solo. I usually use those as opportunities to work on the area of my game that need work. I will rarely play a hole fully usually pick a tee shot I need to work on and hit it once or twice. Then pick those up and drop at an approach shot i need to work on and hit a few from there drop a few around the green and repeat. I find that one of the areas I work on the most in these rounds are the recovery shots I will drop under trees and force myself to hit both punch fades and draws.

[@paulmoger8961]

"On your deathbed..." Just before I saw that part of the vlog I got a call from a retired friend, proposing a round on a Friday morning when I should be working. I thought about it 5 seconds, and came to your same conclusion - game on! Your comment vindicated my choice, thanks! PS: Love your content by the way. The quality of the camera is great, the editing (love the tracer, which makes a big difference for the viewer) and of course the free instruction. Thank you very much!

[@henriksandberg2539]

"Because no one notices when i place my ball in a better lie" - My uncle

[@nards656]

You're becoming one of my favorite golf channels. Love the honesty and the good content.

[@Alex-wb4zu]

I play solo rounds because non of my friends are playing golf , they think golf is a sport for old people(in my country which is basically the truth). Please vote to support the solitary man.

[@wirelessgrapes2242]

I play solo, cause I can play 27 holes in 3 hours alone

[@ikilas1]

Honestly, to have sometime to think about 11 wonderful years I've spent with my wife who is in final stages of struggling with cancer

[@swaggypcrouch1201]

I play solo rounds so when I yell WADDAPLAYA my friends don't think I'm cocky.

[@samzz8415]

Play solo for self practice, gateway from social (including social distance), because couldn’t find anyone to play with esp when traveling outside home country and of course peaceful & quiet alone game.

[@richardcreed3700]

I play solo more than I do with friends - I'm out to have time to think, enjoy the sounds of birds, the breeze and the sunshine. Makes me a better player for when I do hit the links with buddies.

[@jpecora2]

Baus Man - No more 2 iron? I know you have upgraded the bag this year (new WITB coming I'm guessing), but I'm wondering why the Hybrid over the 2 iron rocket ship? Maybe you are using Driver on more tee shots and looking for a club you can hit off the deck? If I recall, the Srixon Z U85 was great off the tee but not the turf. It looks like you are committed to Driver on almost every Par 4 or 5 and really getting confident with it. Great stuff.

[@kenearwood1447]

I play at first light 2-3 times a week back 9 walking. my friends are lazy and sleep in!! LOL i enjoy being by myself its my mind clearing activity and i can concentrate much better than with buddies chatting me up and talking about work and wives etc... i reserve those rounds with Broskies for nice courses 18 holes and when i know it will take a while to play then grab lunch etc. I am not anti-social, quite opposite. just like the feeling of being out there by myself and figuring my game out... PS since i have been watching you and other you tubers my handicap dropped from a 16/18 to a 7.8...over the last 2 years...love the channel. need more break 80 or par videos

[@MilesMartinGolf]

I like a solo round because your score is already out the window. Without some one to attest the score its useless. So now your free just have fun or work on something. Aim at bunkers amd wprk on samd play, or have a 2 ball scramble with yourself. It doesnt matter. Its just fun and practice when your solo.

[@robertreese6999]

Nice video Matt, loving it. In Germany we will be changing from our "old" handicap system to the World Handicap Index next year. We are expecting to drop around 2-3 shots each as a result of how it is calculated - which is exactly as you describe above. In our current rules it also actually states that the handicap shows the potential of a player, ie on an average difficult course in good weather etc, playing a GOOD round. So we're not supposed to play our handicap every time we go out. Personally I try to remember that it's just a number. On that note, got to go out practising to get to scratch! Haha, thumbs up to the Playa-in-Chief! PS: Starting to see planted feathers on my golf course recently, the movement is spreading!

[@leeflid]

I play solo rounds often after work, usually 9 holes, always walking, and always shoot much better. I’m usually shooting around 92-97 on 18, but playing 9 solo and walking using your tips of hitting what’s comfortable I’m shooting much better like that around 42-44. I like to take the time walking up to my shots to plan out my shot choice, shape, club selection, commit to it and swing confidently. Playing with others I’m often trying things I’m not capable of and blowing up holes. Cue the Tuba music.

[@seasidecs8871]

Everyone's lying, solo golf is truly for unlimited mulligans, and if course to practice that tricky shot over-and-over!

[@GolfSidekick]

LOLOLOL

[@seasidecs8871]

@@GolfSidekick I'm just saying what everyone is thinking.

[@jwfm]

I do solo rounds, just so i can replay shots, try different shots and look at the outcomes of each club. Solo round are just another way of training for me.

[@tommydiskin8877]

Solo rounds are the best because it's a totally mindful experience. As a beginner, I'm not all that great yet either. So playing alone allows me to practice the little cues you give. My most recent favorite I've been working on is "slapping the sand" I've been absolutely FERTILIZING the greens with my sand fellow playas!