On 1/1/20, new rules of golf handicapping will be introduced in the United States. Prior to 2020, the maximum score you could post on a hole varied based on your Course Handicap. Starting in 2020, the maximum score you can post on any hole is a NET DOUBLE BOGEY. In other words, the maximum post-able score for each hole is Double Bogey + any Handicap Strokes applied on that hole based on your Course Handicap. In order to post properly, you need to be aware of each hole's stroke index allocation (formerly referred to as handicap-stroke hole). This can be achieved by "popping" your scorecard.
Your handicap index will update EACH DAY you golf rather than twice each month. You should post your scores immediately after completion of each round and no later than midnight of the day you played.
January 1 to January 5, all GHIN services will be unavailable as the USGA revamps the new GHIN platform to accommodate the World Handicap System. If you golf during that time, keep your scorecard and post with the correct dates when GHIN reactivates, scheduled for January 6. You can post or look up your Course Handicap via the GHIN mobile app; SCGA.org; GHIN.org; or USGA.org.
Earn stickers on your card by playing, volunteering, referring new members and more! Earn 14 stickers on your card by playing in events, volunteering to captain an event, or working on a standing committee or special event and you can redeem it for a free round of golf at one of our events, up to $50. You get the most out of being a member of our chapter when you are involved, so step up to the "tee" and fill those cards. With your help and participation it's going to be a great season! 
