Play, Post, Repeat
It's a Snap to
Get a Handicap
With a Handicap Index you can post scores, track progress, compete fairly, and connect with other golfers. So, how do you get one? First, join WA Golf. Then play, post, and repeat. Easy.
Get Started
It's as Easy as 1-2-3
Get a Handicap ID
Join WA Golf to receive your official GHIN Number—your key to tracking your game anywhere you play.
Post Your Scores
Download the free USGA GHIN App and log your rounds. Post three 18-hole or six 9-hole scores to establish your Index.
Check the App
Your Handicap Index will be calculated automatically after posting your minimum rounds and after every round posted. Play, post, repeat!
More than a Number
USGA Handicap Index™
Your Handicap Index™ keeps every round fair—so you can challenge yourself, measure progress, and compete on a level playing field. With the free, GPS-enabled GHIN App, you can post scores, track your stats, and play games with friends. It’s the must-have tool for golfers who want to improve, have fun, and stay connected.
Why get a handicap index?
Three Ways It Elevates Your Game
Rethink Success
Par isn’t always the goal. Your Index helps you set targets that fit your game—and celebrate real progress on the course.
Play on a Level Field
Compete fairly with golfers of all abilities. The Index adjusts for skill and course difficulty so every round feels even.
Improve with Purpose
Use the GHIN App to track trends, set goals, and lower your scores over time.