The pcc is applied at midnight, so the morning after a score is posted, the final score differential from the round will be calculated as follows. Calculating a world handicap system whs handicap index. The following procedure shall be used as an alternate calculation of a usga. The usga promotes and conserves the true spirit of the game of golf as embodied in its ancient and honorable traditions.
While the usga formula is used by the largest number of golfers worldwideroughly 10 million of the 16 million who have. A player with a handicap index of approximately 20. Number of differentials usedthe number of rounds you are reporting for handicap purposes determines the number of differentials used in the usga handicap calculation, as follows. A handicap index is based on a standard calculation for everyone who has. The handicap differential is computed using the following formula.
On mens side ab, player a has a course handicap of 8 and player b has a course handicap of 20. Handicap differential adjusted gross score course rating x 1. Basis of handicap index calculation usga handicap system scga. Only scores made by players with a handicap index of 36. Differential based on the course rating and slope rating of the. A golf handicap is a numerical measure of a golfers potential ability. Explanation for each major change from the usga handicap. There are five significant changes to the handicap index calculation coming in. Slope rating the course rating is what the usga deems a scratch golfer would score on a course under normal playing conditions. A handicap differential is calculated from the scores, using the course slope and rating. A handicap differential is computed from four elements. United states golf association po box 708 liberty corner. How to calculate usga golf handicap using the formula. A handicap index is converted to a course handicap for competition on a.
It is the result of a mathematical calculation based on scores returned. When a score is submitted, it is converted to a handicap. Breaking down the playing conditions calculation in the. For additional information please reference the full manual on handicapping, the. The usga handicap index is calculated by taking 96 percent of the average. It acts in the best interests of the game for the continued enjoyment of those who love and play it. Handicap index for players with two or more eligible tournament scores.
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