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![]() Every player must be responsible for returning all acceptable scores, as defined in this section. For handicap purposes, all Section 4 adjustments, including Equitable Stroke Control, must be applied to all scores including tournament scores. a. To Post a 9-hole score, the player must play 7 to 12 holes, and at least 7 holes must be played in accordance with the principle of the Rules of Golf. To post an 18-hole score, the player must play at least 13 holes in accordance with the principles of the Rules of Golf. (See Decisions 5-1a/3 through 5-1a/5.) b. Scores on All Courses c. Scores in All Forms of Competition. d. Disqualification e. Unacceptable Scores are Scores made under the following conditions and are not acceptable for handicap purposes and must not be entered in the player's scoring record: (i) When fewer than seven holes are played; (ii) When made on a golf course in an area in which an inactive season established by the authorized golf association is in effect; (iii) When the length of the course is less than 3,000 yards for 18 holes (or less than 1,500 yards for 9 holes); (iv) When, as a condition of the competition, the maximum number of clubs allowed is less than 14, or types of clubs are limited as, for example, in a competition that allows only iron clubs; (v) When scores are made on a course with no USGA Course Rating or Slope Rating; (vi) When a player uses non-conforming clubs, non-conforming balls, or tees; (vii) When playing alone. | |||