Handicapping Resources
The spirit of golf lies in proper handicapping. The source of equitable handicap indexes is an accurate course rating system. The NCGA follows USGA principles and rates each of its courses through the direction of staff and well-trained course rating committee members.
Looking for the slope and course rating of a certain golf course? Go to the Course Directory page. For an explanation of slope, read this article.
Handicap 101
Wonder why you should have a handicap? Want to know how to get one? New to golf or have some questions about the basics? Check out Handicap 101
Course Rating & Handicap FAQs
For some additional questions and answers, check out our FAQ
Handicap Manuals
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