WHS Information

The Course Handicap is used in calculations for a Playing Handicap which is used for competition purposes only and changes depending on the format of play. The most important aspects of Playing Handicap to remember are:

• It is only used for competition purposes
• It ensures equity to calculate competition results
• Golfers do not need to calculate it
• It is a mandatory percentage allowance that must be implemented in competition play
• To calculate your Playing Handicap for a competitive round you need just one calculation:

Course Handicap x Handicap Allowance = Playing Handicap