a) Write down stroke numbers (e.g. in the Stableford counting game)
After each hole, the counter should compare the number of strokes with the applicant and write it down. At the end of the round, the counter must sign the scorecard and hand it to the applicant. If more than one counter writes down the stroke count, each counter must sign the part for which he is responsible.
b) Signing and submitting the counting card
At the end of the round, the applicant should check his stroke count for each hole and clarify any doubtful details with the scorekeeper. He must secure the signature of the scorer or scorers, countersign the scorecard and submit it to the management as soon as possible.
PENALTY FOR VIOLATION OF RULE 6-6b: Disqualification.
c) Changing the score card
Nothing may be changed on a scorecard after the competitor has submitted it to the match management.
d) Incorrect number of strokes for the hole
The competitor is responsible for ensuring that the number of strokes written on his scorecard for each hole is correct. If he submits a lower stroke count for any hole than the one actually played, he is disqualified. If he submits a higher number of strokes than the number actually played for any hole, the submitted number of strokes shall apply.
Note 1: The match director is responsible for adding up the stroke counts and taking into account the handicap entered on the scorecard - see Rule 33-5.
Note 2: For four-ball counting see also Rules 31-3 and 31-7a.
Status: 2018