Match Play vs. Medal

photo credit: donjd2   In medal play each stroke is tallied to make a final score.  In match play each hole is a separate match.  Match play tends to level out the playing field between players.

A Nassau is a term used in match play.  There is a winner for the front 9, the back 9 and for the18 hole total.  Each hole is counted as 1 point.  Example:  Front nine- player A wins 2 holes, player B wins 1 hole (player A goes 1-up and wins the front 9).  Back nine- player B wins 4 holes and player A wins 1 hole (Player B is 3-up and wins the back 9).  18 hole total- player B is 2-up on total  Player B wins on total.  It’s a fun way to play !