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Level The Playing Field

Get Your Handicap Index®

Gain access to hundreds of tournaments, compete against any golfer, and measure your progress by establishing your Handicap Index® today! Use code GHIN for $10 off.

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Establish your Handicap Index® Today!

Why do I need a Handicap Index®?

GET BETTER - Measure your skill level and progress

COMPETE - Access any tournament that requires a Handicap Index®

LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD - Win competitions regardless of your current skill level

FIND GOLFING BUDDIES - Join a local SCGA golf club to play with others at your ability level

How do I get one?

STEP 1 - Join the SCGA and get a GHIN number (you use this number to post scores from your rounds)

STEP 2 - Post three 18-hole scores (or 6 9-hole scores) at scga.org (or use the GHIN mobile app) using your assigned GHIN number.

STEP 3 - Check the GHIN app the next day to see your official Handicap Index (calculated from your posted rounds).

Why GHIN / USGA?

Lots of services offer a handicap, but only a Handicap Index® is universally trusted by Southern California golfers for competitive purposes.

That's because a Handicap Index® requires membership in an association-certified golf club that guarantees oversight of indexes by fellow club members and a certified Handicap Chairman. This ensures golfers play and compete with a Handicap Index® that accurately reflects his or her ability.

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Hold on...what exactly is a Handicap Index®?

Most golfers are familiar with the term, but do you know exactly how it works or why you need one?

It’s more than just a number. It’s the key to fair competition, real improvement, and playing in official events. Learn what it means, why it matters, and how it can change your game.

>Read the full blog here

Deeper Dives

Still need to do more research on keeping your Handicap Index®? Check out these additional resources:
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