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Golf Handicap FAQ: How Many Scores to Establish Handicap?
How many rounds does it take to establish a USGA Handicap Index?
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A USGA Handicap Index can be established with as few as five scores when you first join a club. As you continue posting scores, your handicap will be figured using the lowest 10 of your most recent 20 rounds.
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