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Skins

Competition for individual holes

Pronunciation

/skɪnz/

Definition

A competition where the lowest score on each hole wins a 'skin' worth money or points. If two or more players tie for the lowest score, the skin carries over to the next hole, increasing its value. This format creates exciting, high-stakes play.

Example

"They played a skins game for $10 per hole."

More Formats Terms

Stroke Play

Total strokes scoring format

Match Play

Hole-by-hole scoring format

Scramble

Team format using best shot

Nassau

Betting format with three matches

Stableford

Points-based scoring system

All Square

Match is tied

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