EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GOLF HANDICAPS

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GOLF HANDICAPS

IMPORTANCE OF GOLF HANDICAP When it comes to handicaps in golf, there is always some ambiguity. Not simply the technique and formula for determining a handicap, but also the concept of having one in the first place. It is a frequent misperception that Australian handicaps are exclusively for stronger players, but this is not the case. Having an accurate handicap may help players of all levels, particularly “average” golfers. Here’s the comprehensive guide to knowing what a golf handicap is, as well as other crucial information for earning your own.

BECAUSE EVERY GOLFER OUGHT TO BE AWARE OF THEIR GOLFING ABILITY. It’s one thing to feel you’re excellent or even exceptional at golf, and it’s another to have a reliable metric, such as your golf handicap, to corroborate your abilities. And this applies to everyone in golf, not just you. BECAUSE GOOD GRADES ARE QUICKLY FORGOTTEN ! It’s not like your credit score, where a late payment or harsh inquiry will follow you for the rest of your life. The USGA golf handicap calculation only takes into account the top 10 scores from the previous 20 rounds. As a result, it’s even another reason to play more. TO LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD


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