World Handicap System (WHS)
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The World Handicap System provides all golfers with a consistent measure of playing ability worldwide. Some highlights of the new system will include:
- Minimum number of scores needed to establish a Handicap Index is 54 holes
- A handicap that is portable worldwide
- Average-based calculation of the best-8-of-last-20-scores
- Playing Conditions Calculation
- Daily handicap revisions when a score is posted
- Maximum hole score is Net Double Bogey
- Maximum handicap limit is 54.0, regardless of gender
- Exceptional Score Reduction on all scores, not just tournament scores
- And more!
Rules of Handicapping Manual
Handicap Committee Guide
World Handicap System Training Webinar
5 Things to Know About the World Handicap System
Key Changes
World Handicap Frequently Asked Questions
Upcoming World Handicap System Seminars
New/Updated Club Numbers for GHIN
How to Find Your Score Posting Kiosk