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Curling
Ranking Scores
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Curling
Ranking Scores
When loosing against a lower ranked player, the impact one global scoring is very heavy, with a significant decrease . On my opinion this impact is too heavy . We have lot to loose but few to win when accepting game from lower ranked player. As consequence I am a bit reluctant to play with lower ranked players. It is a shame, could be frustrating for these guys who can be right to call call me "chicken" . I think that  scoring calculation should be rebalanced a bit to be  less impacting for higher ranked players. This would encourage everybody to play with everybody. What do you thik guys ?
You raise an excellent point about the ranking dynamics.  The heavy penalty for losing to a lower-ranked player can indeed discourage higher-ranked players from accepting such games, which isn't ideal for fostering a vibrant and inclusive player community.  It’s true that this might leave lower-ranked players feeling frustrated or excluded, and that doesn’t help anyone in the long run.

Adjusting the scoring system to make it less punishing for higher-ranked players could definitely encourage more matches across all skill levels.  For instance, a system that considers factors like the margin of victory or the quality of play (rather than just win/loss outcomes) might create a fairer balance.  Another option could be to reduce the ranking impact of these matches slightly while still rewarding risk-taking and participation.

Ultimately, a system that motivates everyone to play with everyone is better for the growth of the community and for the fun of the game.  I think many players would agree with your suggestion for some rebalancing—after all, curling is about strategy and sportsmanship, not just rankings!
Edited by FOD Wizard
Wed, Nov 20
Thanks for your reply FOD Wizard.
Tonight I lost a 6 end game against a lower ranked player with 108 pts under. I lost 28pts on my overall ranking score.
On my opinion it is a too heavy loss. Then once again, I will be reluctant to accept next game with lower ranked player.
So yes I confirm that scoring system should a bit rebalanced to become less unfavourable for higher ranked players. This will encourage higher scorers to accept game with lower ranked ones. I’d be curious to hear how others feel about this as well. So please gent players, let us kown your opinion about this.
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