USGA

A golf handicap shows how well you can play so golfers of any ability can compete fairly. What it measures, how it's calculated, and what counts as good.

To get an official golf handicap, join a club authorized by your Allied Golf Association, post 54 holes, and your official handicap is ready the next day.

Adjusting to change: From 2022, TheGrint users will directly manage USGA handicap payments, ensuring seamless golf scoring and handicapping.

How TheGrint works with GHIN and the USGA: link your GHIN number free, sync scores, or buy an official USGA Handicap ID in the app (U.S.).

The average golf handicap is 14.0 for men and 28.8 for women, per the USGA. See the full handicap distribution and what counts as a good handicap.

Learn how to adjust ratings for unrated tees using USGA guidelines. Ensure fair scoring by following the correct procedures and contacting TheGrint for help.