Scoring Key
The scoring key determines how Sailboat Racing matches race entries across multiple races within a series. This is essential for building accurate series standings - it tells the system which entries in different races belong to the same competitor.
How It Works
When calculating series standings, Sailboat Racing groups race entries together based on the scoring key fields. Two entries in different races are considered the same competitor if their scoring key fields match.
Available Scoring Key Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Class | Boat class name (e.g. "Laser") |
| Sail Number | The boat's sail number |
| Helm | Helmsman's name |
| Crew | Crew member's name |
| Tally | A tally or entry number |
| Series Entry ID | A system-generated unique entry identifier |
Common Configurations
Class + Sail Number (Default)
The most common setup for club racing. Entries are matched by boat class and sail number. This works well when the same boat races each week, even if different people helm it.
Helm
Match by helmsman name only. Use this when sailors may change boats between races.
Helm + Crew
Match by both helm and crew. Use this for team-based scoring where the specific pairing matters.
Series Entry ID
The most precise matching - each entry is explicitly linked. Use this when you want full manual control over which entries are grouped together.
Choosing the Right Key
| Scenario | Recommended Key |
|---|---|
| Same boat each week, same helm | Class + Sail Number |
| Sailors swap boats occasionally | Helm |
| Double-handed series, same pairs | Helm + Crew |
| Complex entries, manual control needed | Series Entry ID |
Configuring the Scoring Key
Set the scoring key when configuring scoring for a series. If you change it mid-series, standings will be recalculated.