Appendix C: Handicap Allowances Handicap allowances are designed to provide equity in different formats of play, over both 9 holes and 18 holes. Handicap allowances are applied to the unrounded Course ...

Since its founding in 1920, the Green Section has led the USGA’s efforts to improve golf course playing conditions and sustainability through research, education, course consulting, technology tools ...

Frequently Asked Questions for the United States Golf Association implementation of the World Golf Handicap System (WHS). Learn more and get contact information for Handicap questions.

What are the changes associated with Phase 2 of the USGA Handicap Review Tool? Which reports should a golf club run to identify any individual players who may require a Handicap Review ...

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GHIN FAQsIf you have questions about the World Handicap System and Rules of Handicapping, please click here. Digital Profile & Login Questions Score Posting Questions GHIN Mobile App GPS Questions ...

Sand Valley Resort, in Nekoosa, Wis., has been selected by the USGA to host four future amateur championships, starting with the 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur.

New USGA research, combined with a growing effort by golf facilities, reveals a formula for an improved golfer experience.

The USGA Rules Hub contains all of the information and resources you need to learn more about the Rules of Golf.

Purpose of Rule: Rule 23 covers Four-Ball (played either in match play or stroke play), where you and your partner compete as a side with each of you playing a separate ball. Your side’s score for a ...

Official website of the 2023 U.S. Open Championship at The Los Angeles Country Club, in Los Angeles, Calif. Follow the action with scoring, live streaming and full coverage.

Scoring, articles, photos, videos and all content related to the 2022 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship, conducted by the USGA at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Bandon, Ore., July 25-30 ...