USGA: Getting a Handicap Index

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Getting a USGA Handicap Index ®

While the USGA® develops the formula used in tabulating handicaps, it does not issue them directly to individual golfers. A USGA Handicap Index is issued through licensed golf clubs that follow all the procedures of the established USGA Handicap System™. The USGA definition of a golf club can be found in the link below as well as U.S. and international golf associations that are licensed for handicap purposes.