The phrase “handicapping is easy” is one that, prior to the January 2020 implementation of the World Handicap System™, was not heard very often. In fact, there is still the perception that a Handicap Index® is only useful for competitive players and that using your Handicap Index can be complicated.
However, as players and club administrators around the world continue to utilize the new system, more and more folks are beginning to realize that you don’t need to keep a Rules of Handicapping book in your golf bag to get the most out of it – regardless of whether you are playing in a tournament or just a recreational round!
To prove it, our team decided to create a video series called, “On Course with the USGA Handicap Department.” To date, six episodes have been released – covering topics ranging from how to establish a Handicap Index to how to set up a four-ball match. Throughout the series, you’ll notice one consistent theme: simplicity. These videos are meant to be easy to digest, so you can gain the knowledge you need to enjoy the game more.
The videos were shot on the golf course because being in the environment we enjoy most helps us keep our answers concise and casual. Not to mention that the Handicap Index® range of our USGA Handicap Department staffers is currently 1.5 to 26.2 – so the men and women who write and interpret the Rules of Handicapping and Course Rating System™ welcome any opportunity to play!
The first six episodes of “On Course” can be found here and you can catch new episodes at the end of each month on the USGA’s Facebook and Twitter pages.