What does a Handicap Index® represent?

A Handicap Index® is a portable measure of your demonstrated playing ability, calculated from your scores relative to the course and tees played, that allows you to compete fairly on any rated golf course worldwide.

What can you use a Handicap Index for?

Your Handicap Index is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System™, the same standard used by golfers around the world, and it can be used on any course with a Course Rating™ and Slope Rating™. Common uses include:

To have a fair game during a casual round with friends
As a progress tracker for your game
To enter a competition
For equity in a competition