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splat
19 yrs ago
Is there any way to get an official golf handicap in HK without being a member of a club? For example, is it possible via the Jockey Club public course in Sai Kung? Or by another means?
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You need to send your completed (and verified/signed) scorecards to the HKGA (Hong Kong Golf Association)
If you go onto their website (search HKGA) and hit the link 'handicap section' it will give you all the information required including contact numbers if you have further questions.
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splat
19 yrs ago
Thanks Villian. One question though: in order to play at courses in HK (to get my cards to submit to HKGA), it seems that I need a handicap in order just to get onto the course. How do I solve this chicken-and egg situation if I don't have a handicap at all? I used to play golf when I was younger, so am not a beginner. Is it possible to play at a course in order to get my cards for a handicap?
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A chicken and egg situation indeed. In my many years in HK, I've only played golf here on a few occassions - 99% of the time playing in other countries - China, Philippines and Thailand mainly. I'm not sure what the minimum number of cards you need to submit to HKGA is but a long weekend's golf in any of the countries mentioned should do the trick. The HKGA has the slope index numbers for most if not all courses around Asia - just make sure you clearly mark which colour tee you were playing from and get the cards signed and witnessed. Good luck - hope you get the rub of the green !
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Five cards from within the last 12 months.
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cd
19 yrs ago
One of the courses at Kau Sai Chau doesn't need a handicap I don't think, my husband has taken both my boys there to play, neither has a handicap. Can't remember if its north or south.
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Kau Sai Chau SOuth course can be played without a handicap. If it is your first time to play there, they may ask you to hit some balls at the range to prove you can play the game...if you 'pass' then you can play.
Once you have played at KSC once then your ID will be registered on their system and you can play anytime without the 'test' on the range.
6 cards sent to HKGA will get a h'cap.
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Try joining Hong Kong Pro Golf (Very good value for money). You also receive a HKGA membership number. The advantage is that they have a website that allows you to enter your scores for handicap purposes. Much more convenient than the HKGA method. They also arrange regular trips to China, lessons, tournaments etc. www.hkprogolf.com
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