Take the Handicap Challenge

Eligibility: Open to all WA Golf members with an established Handicap Index. Join or renew your membership.

Entry fee: None

Entries open: April 1, 2026

Entries close: April 30, 2026

Beginning Revision Date: May 1, 2026 – The participant’s Handicap Index on this date will be used as the beginning point for determining improvement through the duration of the challenge.

Ending Revision Date: October 31, 2026 – The participant’s Handicap Index on this date will be used as the ending point for determining improvement through the duration of the challenge.

Minimum Number of Rounds: Golfers must post a minimum of 10 full rounds (180 holes) in any combination of 9 or 18-hole rounds from May 1 through October 30, 2026.

Posting Scores: In the spirit of the Rules of Handicapping, players are expected to post all eligible scores immediately after play.

Divisions: The field will be divided into four divisions: Men’s, Women’s, Junior Boys’, and Junior Girls’. The Men’s and Women’s divisions will each be split into two flights based on Handicap Index. Golfers under 18 should register for the appropriate junior division. 

Prizes: The most improved golfer within each flight and division will receive an engraved crystal trophy to commemorate winning the challenge. Additionally, all participants are entered into a random drawing each month for WA Golf swag.