Calculate your scorecard
A golf scorecard shows your performance relative to par and your handicap. Gross score is your actual number of strokes, while net score is adjusted for your handicap.
Gross vs. net score
Gross score is total strokes played. Net score is gross minus handicap. A net score at par (0 over/under) is a good result matching your level.
Over and under par
Over par means more strokes than course par. Under par means fewer. Professional golfers typically play under par, while recreational players play over par.