In golf, the term that describes a round of golf played with one ball and one player is called a stroke play. In this format, the player aims to complete the golf course in the fewest strokes possible. Each shot counts toward the player's total, with the aim of minimizing errors and maximizing technique. Stroke play is the most common scoring format in golf tournaments, allowing for clear rankings based on performance. It emphasizes consistency and skill across all holes of the course.