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Fair Score
Fair score is a simple (and fair) way to compare scores across different courses from players of varying skill levels. While the formula uses both USGA Handicap Index and USGA Differentials, it is not developed or approved by the USGA. The Formula: Non Adjusted Differential - Handicap Index = Fair Score USGA Differentials are a very important part of handicapping. It allows golfers to compare scores across different courses of varying difficulty. For example a score of an 82 might result in a differential of 12 on one course and 15 on another easier course. A limitation with USGA differential is that it is not adjusted based on the the skill of the golfer (previous performances). For example if I (20 handicapper) shoot an 85, it's a much better relative score than if Tiger Woods (+8 handicapper) shoots a 75. When both scores are played on the same course Net Score is used to perform this comparison. Fair score was created inside oobgolf to provide the same comparison as Net Score across different courses of varying difficulty and par. See also: USGA Differential, Equitable Stroke Control "USGA" and "USGA Handicap Index" are registered trademarks of the United States Golf Association. For more details on usga handicapping see: http://www.usga.org/playing/handicaps/manual/index.html If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please let us know in our Forums.
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