Since when is match play not considered multi player?? For many years match play and stroke play was all there was on here. A/S has not been here that long. To say that match play isn't multi player just shows a closed mind.Or is a player who doesn't think he can win without the help of a partner.
Many people play match play only because even if you are not the host it is easier to get an opponent you like and respect. I play more A/S now because I am lousy at match play.