A golf handicap is a good representation of a player's potential, not the average. There are a few handicap systems in the world. More than 50% of the world uses the USGA handicap system, which is also adopted by the Malaysian, Singapore, and Indonesian golf associations. Thus, Golf Handicap Score Submission are essential.
There are no issues with the way the handicaps are calculated. There are, however, issues with the way scores are submitted and opportunities for manipulation.
Currently, with most golf handicap scoring systems, scores are either submitted:
- Manually, by dropping a scorecard into the scorecard box
- Electronically, by submitting via an app/website/scanner machine at the club
Both ways are done by the player themselves, and there is no way to know if the scores are verified by another marker.
Deemples Handicap Submission System
| Updated in app version 5.4.0x
Previously, players’ scores were submitted and verified only by other players in the game. To improve flexibility while maintaining fairness, we’ve updated how score submission works.
To preserve the legitimacy and authenticity of a player’s golf handicap, Deemples uses a score verification system.
From version 5.4.0x onward, players can submit their own score after a game. To ensure accuracy, the score must be verified by at least one other playing partner from the same game before it counts toward game results and handicap calculations.
Once you have a minimum of 5 verified scores, your handicap index will be displayed.
How do I submit my golf score?
- Open the Deemples app > Tap My Games > Previous Games. Open the game you want to submit a score for.
2. In the player list, find your name and tap Submit My Score.
3. Enter your scores. Then Tap Submit Score
4. Select one score approver to verify your score. Once approved, your score will count toward your handicap.
Fields that are required for a golf handicap:
While course ratings and slope ratings can be easily found on the scorecard, adjusted gross scores are slightly more complicated.
Adjusted Gross Score
Adjusted gross scores take into account Equitable Stroke Control (ESC) where the maximum allowable score per hole is dependent on a player's course handicap.
*Course handicap = slope rating / 113 * handicap index.
| Course Handicap | Maximum allowable score per hole |
| 9 and below | Double bogey |
| 10-19 | 7 |
| 20-29 | 8 |
| 30-39 | 9 |
| 40 and above | 10 |
Example:
I have a course handicap of 17, and I have a gross score of 95. I had 1 hole where I got a 10, and another hole with an 8. My maximum allowable score is a 7 based on my course handicap. I have to reduce 4 strokes, and my adjusted gross score is 91. My gross score still maintains at 95.
- 95 = my gross score, which is used to calculate my net score.
- 91 = my adjusted gross score, which is used to calculate my handicap.
Deemples Score Submission System to show Results
A stroke play format is the purest form of a golf competition to play. If handicaps are in play, then:
*Gross score - course handicap = Net score
Hole by hole gross score submission
Total gross score submissions are sufficient. However, if course handicaps are accurate, then there are usually quite a few tied net scores. The USGA tiebreak method is to use the last 9 holes' net score, and if still tied, then the last 6 holes' net score, if still tied then the last 3 holes net score, and if still tied then the last 1 hole net score.
For this, we require golfers to submit hole-by-hole gross scores instead of the sum. So that tiebreakers can be done automatically by Deemples.
Game Results: Automated
The results sorted by the lowest net and lowest gross will then be displayed on a Results tab in the game menu. Therefore, this saves the organizer a ton of time, and we hope it will be beneficial for golf event organizers and golf clubs everywhere in the world.
For more information on how to use this for your golf club/society/event: hello@deemples.com.
If u want to learn more about how a USGA golf handicap is calculated, click here.
FAQs on Golf Handicap Score Submission
1. How to get handicap golf in Malaysia?
In Malaysia, there are certain terms and conditions for certificate registration where being an active member, attending golf lessons, playing a certain number of games and going through an assessment by the National Handicapping System are all necessary for you to get the official handicap.
2. How to submit scorecards for handicap?
Scores submissions for handicap:
- Manually, by dropping a scorecard into the scorecard box
- Electronically, by submitting via an app/website/scanner machine at the club
The player themselves are the ones who follow these protocols, and there is no way to know if the scores are verified by another marker.
3. How to apply for handicap?
In Malaysia, there are certain terms and conditions for certificate registration where being an active member, attending golf lessons, playing a certain number of games and going through an assessment by the National Handicapping System are all necessary for you to get the official handicap.
4. How to submit golf scores?
Open the Deemples app and tap “My Games”, then select “Previous Games” and tap “Submit My Score” next to your name in the player list. Enter your adjusted gross score, course rating, and slope rating, then tap “Submit Score” and select one score approver to verify your score. Once your score is approved, it will count toward your handicap
5. What is a golf handicap?
In simple terms, a golf handicap is a measure of a golfer's ability over an entire round of golf, signified by a number. In other words, a golf handicap indicates how many strokes above or under par a golfer should be able to play. The lower the number = the better the golfer.
