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The Handicap Per Hole calculation distributes a golfer's course handicap evenly across all 18 holes. This method provides a simple way to allocate handicap strokes for match play or stroke play competitions.
The calculator uses the even distribution formula:
Where:
Explanation: This formula divides the total course handicap by 18 to determine how many handicap strokes should be allocated to each hole on average.
Details: Calculating handicap per hole is essential for fair competition, allowing golfers of different skill levels to compete equitably. It helps determine stroke allocation for individual holes during match play.
Tips: Enter your course handicap (a whole number typically between 0-36). The calculator will divide this value by 18 to give you the average handicap strokes per hole.
Q1: What is course handicap (CH)?
A: Course handicap is the number of strokes a player receives from a specific set of tees at the course being played, based on their handicap index and the course's slope rating.
Q2: Is this the only way to allocate handicap strokes?
A: No, this is a simplified even distribution method. Official handicap systems typically allocate strokes based on hole difficulty (stroke index).
Q3: What if the result is not a whole number?
A: For practical application, you would typically round or distribute the fractional strokes across the course's hardest holes according to stroke index.
Q4: Can this method be used for tournament play?
A: While useful for understanding, official tournaments usually follow the stroke index allocation method specified by the golf association.
Q5: How does this relate to stroke index?
A: Stroke index determines the order of hole difficulty. In official play, handicap strokes are allocated starting from the hole with stroke index 1 through to stroke index 18.