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BTaylor6604
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Will USHandicap calculate handicaps in accordance with the World Handicap System as adopted by the USGA? Will the new rules of handicapping be applied for this handicap service?
GolfNet Staff
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# 1    2/5/2020 1:41:11 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim


mpreiss63
LowIndex
 
# 2    2/7/2020 7:13:43 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Will the we notice anything different once start adding scores? a 5.2 will still be a 5.2?


mpreiss63
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# 3    2/7/2020 7:13:50 PM   
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mpreiss63
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# 4    2/7/2020 7:13:52 PM   
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mpreiss63
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# 5    2/7/2020 7:15:01 PM   
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GolfNet Staff
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# 6    2/10/2020 9:50:01 AM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Will the we notice anything different once start adding scores? a 5.2 will still be a 5.2?
Can you clarify your question please? What do you mean by "adding scores"?
--Jim


GolfNet Staff
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# 7    2/10/2020 9:50:14 AM   
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Golfer
LowIndex
 
# 8    2/26/2020 3:18:10 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Why do we not have daily revisions then? I thought the new WHS would have daily updates.

Under the Rules of Handicapping, you should submit your scores the day you play for two reasons:

From website: https://www.usga.org/content/usga/home..

1. Daily Revisions – Each time you submit a score, that score will be factored into the calculation of your Handicap Index for use the very next day.

2. Playing Conditions Calculation – It uses scores submitted each day to determine any adjustment for abnormal playing conditions.

By submitting scores the day you play, you ensure that your Handicap Index will be a responsive and up-to-date indicator of your ability. No excuses anymore, please be sure to post all your scores in a timely fashion!


Golfer
LowIndex
 
# 9    2/26/2020 3:18:32 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Why do we not have daily revisions then? I thought the new WHS would have daily updates.

Under the Rules of Handicapping, you should submit your scores the day you play for two reasons:

From USGA.org info on WHS

1. Daily Revisions – Each time you submit a score, that score will be factored into the calculation of your Handicap Index for use the very next day.

2. Playing Conditions Calculation – It uses scores submitted each day to determine any adjustment for abnormal playing conditions.

By submitting scores the day you play, you ensure that your Handicap Index will be a responsive and up-to-date indicator of your ability. No excuses anymore, please be sure to post all your scores in a timely fashion!


Golfer
LowIndex
 
# 10    2/26/2020 3:18:43 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Why do we not have daily revisions then? I thought the new WHS would have daily updates.

Under the Rules of Handicapping, you should submit your scores the day you play for two reasons:

From USGA.org info on WHS

1. Daily Revisions – Each time you submit a score, that score will be factored into the calculation of your Handicap Index for use the very next day.

2. Playing Conditions Calculation – It uses scores submitted each day to determine any adjustment for abnormal playing conditions.

By submitting scores the day you play, you ensure that your Handicap Index will be a responsive and up-to-date indicator of your ability. No excuses anymore, please be sure to post all your scores in a timely fashion!


Golfer
LowIndex
 
# 11    2/26/2020 3:18:59 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Will the we notice anything different once start adding scores? a 5.2 will still be a 5.2?
Can you clarify your question please? What do you mean by "adding scores"?
--Jim
Why do we not have daily revisions then? I thought the new WHS would have daily updates.

Under the Rules of Handicapping, you should submit your scores the day you play for two reasons:

From USGA.org info on WHS

1. Daily Revisions – Each time you submit a score, that score will be factored into the calculation of your Handicap Index for use the very next day.

2. Playing Conditions Calculation – It uses scores submitted each day to determine any adjustment for abnormal playing conditions.

By submitting scores the day you play, you ensure that your Handicap Index will be a responsive and up-to-date indicator of your ability. No excuses anymore, please be sure to post all your scores in a timely fashion!
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Mongo68
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# 12    2/26/2020 4:19:12 PM   
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Mongo68
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# 13    2/26/2020 4:19:25 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Will the we notice anything different once start adding scores? a 5.2 will still be a 5.2?
Can you clarify your question please? What do you mean by "adding scores"?
--Jim
Why do we not have daily revisions then? I thought the new WHS would have daily updates.

Under the Rules of Handicapping, you should submit your scores the day you play for two reasons:

From USGA.org info on WHS

1. Daily Revisions – Each time you submit a score, that score will be factored into the calculation of your Handicap Index for use the very next day.

2. Playing Conditions Calculation – It uses scores submitted each day to determine any adjustment for abnormal playing conditions.

By submitting scores the day you play, you ensure that your Handicap Index will be a responsive and up-to-date indicator of your ability. No excuses anymore, please be sure to post all your scores in a timely fashion!
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Excellent question. I'd like to know as well.


GolfNet Staff
Amateur
 
# 14    2/27/2020 9:31:11 AM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Will the we notice anything different once start adding scores? a 5.2 will still be a 5.2?
Can you clarify your question please? What do you mean by "adding scores"?
--Jim
Why do we not have daily revisions then? I thought the new WHS would have daily updates.

Under the Rules of Handicapping, you should submit your scores the day you play for two reasons:

From USGA.org info on WHS

1. Daily Revisions – Each time you submit a score, that score will be factored into the calculation of your Handicap Index for use the very next day.

2. Playing Conditions Calculation – It uses scores submitted each day to determine any adjustment for abnormal playing conditions.

By submitting scores the day you play, you ensure that your Handicap Index will be a responsive and up-to-date indicator of your ability. No excuses anymore, please be sure to post all your scores in a timely fashion!
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Excellent question. I'd like to know as well.
There are daily revisions, though you will only see an entry in your revision history if you have posted a score.
--Jim


mpreiss63
LowIndex
 
# 15    3/1/2020 9:27:54 PM   
Yes, the new WHS rules are in effect.
--Jim
Will the we notice anything different once start adding scores? a 5.2 will still be a 5.2?
Can you clarify your question please? What do you mean by "adding scores"?
--Jim
I mean if I am a 5.2 handicap with the old system will I still be a 5.2 with the new WHS? I guess my question is what will we notice that's different with the new system? or we won't notice anything different. Thanks


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