Welcome back to our “Golf Terms” series, where we unravel the language of the fairway to make every aspect of the game crystal clear. In this edition, we dive into a term that plays a significant role in leveling the playing field and measuring skill – the Handicap. Demystifying the Handicap: The term “handicap” in golf refers to a numerical measure of a player’s ability. Unlike other sports where lower scores indicate better performance, in golf, a lower handicap represents a higher level of skill. The handicap system is designed to allow golfers of differing abilities to compete on an equitable basis. Calculating the Handicap: The process of determining a […]










