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Handicap Index

A Handicap Index® provides every golfer – regardless of age, gender or skill level – with a universal measure of playing ability.

As a Texas Golf Association member you will receive your Handicap Index through the Golf Handicap Information Network (GHIN)®. A product of the United States Golf Association (USGA)®, GHIN is one of the largest handicap service providers in the world and is used by over 3 million golfers and more than 15,000 golf clubs.

A Handicap Index represents your demonstrated playing ability. It is based on your scores relative to the course and tees played during those rounds. Your Handicap Index is calculated the same way as golfers around the world, and it can be used on any course with a Course Rating™ and Slope Rating™.

There are plenty of reasons to establish and maintain a Handicap Index, no matter how often you play or how competitive you are, if at all!

You can use your Handicap Index to:

  • Track your individual progress over time and set goals for your game
  • Have a more accurate evaluation of your performance in each round
  • Play with any golfer on a fair and equitable basis
  • Compete in events requiring a Handicap Index, creating additional playing opportunities
  • See updates to your Handicap Index by posting scores from any course in Texas and around the world with a current Course Rating and Slope Rating

FREE GHIN TRIAL

Curious about your golf handicap? It may be better than you think.

Start your GHIN Trial today and post your most recent scores to see your Estimated Handicap Range in action. You’ll be on your way to joining the largest community of golfers in Texas.

Come join the club!

Step 1: Register to create your account and get your GHIN Trial Number.

Step 2: Post scores for your most recent 54 holes to see your Estimated Handicap Range. Any combination of 18-hole or 9-hole scores qualify.

Step 3: Post additional scores during your 30-day trial to track your progress.

Step 4: Upgrade to full membership to get your Handicap Index, unlock all the features of the GHIN app, and enjoy the benefits of membership in the Texas Golf Association.