aboutGOLF is excited to announce that handicaps are coming to online competitions in our simulators! Starting on November 30th, our aG handicap feature will be live. After 9 holes of online play in any aG competition or store specific competition, each user will be able to establish a handicap. Handicaps can be used to run gross/net leagues, individual competitions, or special prize contests. aboutGolf will be running a number of 9 holes events throughout the winter to help users establish a handicap.
The formula used to calculate handicaps is: ((113 / Slope Rating) x (Adjusted Gross Score - Course Rating)) + adjustments = adjusted Differential
The following adjustments will be made for number of rounds played and gimmie distance: