Course Rating™ Services
What We Provide
Course Rating™ & Slope Rating™
The USGA® licenses the Carolinas Golf Association to issue Course Ratings and Slope Ratings, which are used to calculate a member's Handicap Index® and Course Handicap™ at all member facilities.
Electronic Course Measuring
The CGA uses electronic course measuring to ensure the most accurate hole yardages possible. Precise measurements are essential in administering accurate Course Ratings and Slope Ratings.
Non-member clubs pay a significant fee for course measuring and Ratings services.
Why Ratings Matters
Ratings are fundamental to the World Handicap System™. It ensures that golfers can compete fairly regardless of which course they play.
A Course Rating reflects the difficulty of a course for a scratch golfer, while the Slope Rating indicates how much more difficult the course is for bogey golfers compared to scratch golfers.
These Ratings allow your Handicap Index to be converted into a Course Handicap specific to the tees you're playing, ensuring equitable competition.
What's Included in a Course Rating
Precise Measurements
Electronic measurement of all holes to ensure accurate yardages for each tee set
Obstacle Evaluation
Assessment of hazards, rough, trees, water, bunkers, and other course features that affect difficulty
Playing Conditions Analysis
Evaluation of green speed, firmness, topography, and other factors that impact play
World Handicap System™ Standards Compliance
All ratings follow the Course Rating System™ protocols to ensure consistency and accuracy
Become a Course Rater
The CGA is seeking men and women to serve as course raters, helping to maintain accurate Ratings across the Carolinas. Training and certification are provided.
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Access the USGA's comprehensive database to find Course Ratings and Slope Ratings for golf courses throughout the Carolinas and across the country.
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