TPGL HANDICAP SYSTEM

USGA compliant

 

 

EXISTING MEMBERS

League handicaps are derived solely from their most recent 20 League scores using the USGA Handicap formula.  Potential ability is defined by the term Handicap Index and is measured through a calculation using the player's best scores. These best scores are determined by calculating the Handicap Differential for each score. The Handicap Index is calculated by taking 96 percent of the average of the best Handicap Differential(s), and applying Section 10-3 for players with two or more elgible tournament scores. A Handicap Differential is computed from four elements: adjusted gross score, USGA course rating, Slope Rating, and 113 (the Slope Rating of a course of standard difficulty). To determine the Handicap Differential, subtract the USGA Course Rating from the adjusted gross score; multiply the difference by 113; and divide the resulting number by the Slope Rating. Round the final number to the nearest tenth.

 

Handicap Differential = (Adjusted Gross Score - USGA Course Rating) x 113 / Slope Rating

 

HANDICAP INDEX FORMULA

The Handicap Index formula is based on the best Handicap Differential(s) in a player's scoring record. If a player's scoring record contains 20 scores, the best 10 Handicap Differentials of the most recent 20 scores are used to calculate the Handicap Index. 

 

NEW MEMBERS

A USGA handicap is the starting handicap in the League, and will adjust appropriately as League rounds are submitted.  New Members are asked to provide a copy of their most recent handicap index card showing their most recent scores, or their CDGA player number so that their handicap can be reviewed.  For new Members without a USGA handicap, the Committee will assign a temporary handicap based on the following criteria: (1) the player’s stated recent scores (2) the player’s initial score(s) in League play, and (3) the Committee’s assessment of playing ability. The Committee will review handicaps regularly and has the ability to modify any player’s League handicap in either direction in the event there is evidence that the handicap within the League is not consistent with performance in the League.

 

 

TPGL HANDICAPS ARE UPDATED AFTER EACH ROUND.