Quota

Question
About to have a game with our club called quota and so far I have not been able to locate info as to maximum handicap allowed for this game format, would be appreciative of any help.
Take Care
David

Answer
Hi David:

Definition: "Quota" is a game very similar in structure and intent to Chicago; in fact, the two terms are often used interchangably, although our definitions of each vary slightly in the details.
In Chicago, golfers start with negative points; in a Quota tournament golfers start with positive points. In Chicago, the goal is to gain points throughout the round in order to get back into positive numbers. In Quota, the goal is to reach 36 total points (or 39 - the specifics can vary depending on who is running the tournament).

In Quota, each golfer starts with points that match his handicap. If the handicap is 3, the golfer starts with three points. If the handicap is 26, the golfer starts with 26 points. This starting point total is the quota.

So the goal is to get from your starting quota to 36 (or 39) by adding points thusly:


Bogeys - 1 point
Pars - 2 points
Birdies - 4 points
Eagles - 8 points
These scores are gross, not net; e.g., a gross bogey is worth 1 point. (And again, what each score is worth may vary slightly from place to place.)

The winner of a Quota Tournament is the golfer who exceeds the target score (36 or 39) by the greatest amount. If nobody hits the target, the winner is the golfer coming closest.

Check with your tournament committee to see what the maximum handicap is.  It is usually 36, but check with them for any local rules.  

Eddie Kilthau
PGA Member