| A handicap is an indication of a player's ability. A specific formula is used to compute handicaps by factoring in a player's score and the difficulty of the course played.
A handicap allows players of different ability levels to compete with each other. For example, if a player with a 20 handicap has a score of 100, her net score is 80 (100 - 20 = 80) while a player with at 27 handicap and a score of 107 also has a net score of 80. Using handicaps helps to even the playing field, making the game more fun.
Handicaps also travel with you. If you play a course that is more difficult than your home course, your handicap will be higher. On an easier course, your handicap will be lower.
When should I get a handicap?
If you are just learning the game of golf and spend the majority of your time taking lessons or practicing, then it may be too early for you to get a handicap.
Once you start playing 9 or 18 hole rounds, you should establish your handicap.
How do I get a handicap?
EWGA provides a handicap service as a part
of your membership. This is included
with the EWGA Handicap System, powered
by GolfNet, that is offered to every
member affiliated with an EWGA Chapter.
In order to use this service you must
first activate your GN21 account. You
then must enter a minimum of five
18-hole (or ten 9-hole) scores to
establish your handicap. Go to
http://www.ewga.com to active your
account and start entering scores. Use
the link below to help walk you through
the process.
If you have questions about using the system or obtaining a handicap, please contact the EWGA Headquarters at
handicap@myewga.com.
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