This is how you convert your Handicap INDEX to a Course Handicap
This note is intended to address the confusion over how to determine your
course (Pendleton Creek) handicap based on your index, which is found on your
GHIN app. Your index and your handicap are not always the same.
First. The handicap you use for the week, Tuesday - Sunday, is based on your
index on Tuesday morning. This is done to maintain a fair, consistent,
competitive balance for all Leagues and events played during the week for both
the men and the women.
How do I determine my course handicap?
1. Check your index. This is posted on the board outside the Pro Shop, which is
where Thursday League schedule and standings are posted
2. Take this number (your index) to the appropriate conversion sheet. This is
based on the tees you will play (White or Gold).
3. Your index will then convert to a course handicap. This is the number you use
for the Thursday League and all Yellow Card events.
Here is an example using my GHIN index:
19.8 - This is my index from my GHIN app.
When I take that number to the conversion charts, it converts to the following
course handicaps:
19 - White Tee
14 - Gold Tee
You’ll note that the 19.8 index does not round up to 20.
I will be glad to answer any questions and attempt to explain why this system
was adopted. This explanation can not be done easily in a short note.
Bill Fleischauer
Men’s Club Handicap Chair