Don’t Be A Guesser We all play by the Rules of golf, and for some, it’s gospel! But without a Handicap Index, can you really call it by the book? You can know every drop policy and competition procedure, but if you’re just keeping score au naturel,...
If you're reading this, you've probably looked into getting a Handicap Index only to be met by a sea of options. And when it comes to your golf game, you don't just jump at the first offer that comes your way without figuring out what's the best option...
Just like (mostly) every other sport, you can't play golf on your own. Let’s say you want to play softball. Try playing it: A. By yourself B. Without any guidance or structure to help play your best. While it's technically an individual sport,...
Since 1981, GHIN has been the official Handicap System of the USGA and now serves over 70 state, regional, and national associations. However, it's currently one of six handicapping systems worldwide, so the USGA has partnered with other associations...
Think you're a Handicap Expert? Take the WHS Rules of Handicapping Quiz to find out. Not an expert yet? Read on: Beginner Photo: Associated Press What is a Handicap Index? Your Handicap Index is designed to allow you to compete with golfers...
If you’ve never kept a Handicap Index (or even if you do), chances are you’ve used some excuse for why you don’t need one. We’ve heard them all, so we decided to break down some common excuses and why they’re flat-out wrong. Now it’s up to you:...
iframe{height:270px;}@media screen and (max-width: 400px){iframe{height:345px;}} What is a Course Handicap? A Course Handicap represents the number of strokes needed to play to the level of a scratch golfer (a golfer who generally shoots a score...
You’ve been posting your scores and receiving eRevision for years. You know your handicap and you use it to your advantage at tournaments. But when it comes to the causal rounds and playing with your buddies who don’t even know what a GHIN number...
Course rating is the foundation of the USGA Handicap System. Without it, you wouldn't be able to post scores or maintain a Handicap Index. With it, you can use your Handicap Index to compete equitably with any golfer at any course. How is the Course...
There are many kinds of people who hold a handicap – there’s the addicted poster, the once every blue moon poster, or even the golfer who wanted to join a club with their friends and don’t know (or care) about posting. Either way, there is always...
