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 ...

Handicap Review ToolkitThe following resources have been created to assist with the rollout of the USGA Handicap Review Tool. Additional documentation will be added periodically.

The USGA Experience and World Golf Hall of Fame Experiences are located on the USGA’s Golf House Pinehurst campus, situated between Pinehurst Resort’s Carolina Hotel and its Main Clubhouse. The ...

The USGA's new Rules of Golf will go into effect on January 1, 2023. Explore additional resources on these changes here.

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 ...

World Handicap System resources dedicated to the 2024 revision.

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.

The USGA Golf Museum and Library is located near the intersection of Interstate 78 and Interstate 287. The Museum is a 30-minute drive from Newark Liberty International Airport and approximately one ...