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The World Handicap System (WHS)
WHS is scheduled to go live on November 2nd 2020.
The Player Reference Guide to the Rules of Handicapping is an excellent overview. Follow the link on the right hand side to access this document – it provides all the essential information you need. READ THIS FIRST.
The WHS MEMBERS PRESENTATION is a video provided by England Golf and narrated by Gemma Hunter Head of Handicapping for England Golf. This video runs for approximately 45 minutes but will probably answer all your questions regarding WHS.
A summary of terms is provided in WHS Terminology and Know the Score from England Golf provides a simple guide to each of the new terms
FAQs, compiled by England Golf, are also provided
More detailed information on WHS can found in the links to R&A, USGA and England Golf resources.
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WHS AT CALDY
Course Rating Certificates and Course Handicap Tables will also be displayed on the World Handicapping System notice board adjacent to the Professional’s Shop in due course.
FAQs, unique to Caldy, can be found in the link to the right and will be updated on a regular basis.
Handicap Index adjustments will be handled within the Club V1 software. The Handicap Committee will continue to provide oversight of the system and ensure it is applied fairly to all players.
What do Members need to do before WHS launch?
- Aim to achieve a fully established handicap record before the launch of WHS in November. This requires players to return a minimum of 20 qualifying scores over a 2 year period (1/1/18 – 2/11/20), from qualifying competitions or supplementary cards over a measured course. If you haven’t completed 20 qualifying rounds please refer to the Caldy – FAQ.
- Read the Players Reference Guide.
- Understand the terminology.
WHS COURSE RATING INFORMATION
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