The first step is activating your free GN21 account.  This is an easy-to-use system where you can establish and maintain your handicap.  Use this link to our national site to set up your account.  You must first send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  to get started. Please include in the email your first and last names, your EWGA member number and that you are a member of the Greater Philadelphia Chapter. Regular users may also send an email to let them know you want to continue using the service.

Your GN21 account will be activated in 7 - 10 days. You may then start posting your scores.



Posting your Scores Using the GN21

A Message From EWGA Headquarters:

With the roll out of the new handicap service, GN21, there no longer is a GLMS. All future references for the handicap service will be GN21. We know there be many questions on how to use the functions of the system. We thank you for your patience as we work through a few growing pains that will produce a more efficient handicap system and accessibility.

1. The home course that is seen when you log in is the Chapter home course. It can only be changed at the request of the Chapter to GolfNet.

2. To change your personal home course, click on the Account tab on the top of your GN21 home page, and then scroll down to default course and tee box; click on search course directory and then after finding the course you want, submit it. This will change your home course.

3. After you have entered your email address and password on the EWGA MEMBER site, you can click on "Remember Me".  You will not have to enter this information again.

4. Most of the course information has been updated. However, if you find one that does have the correct slope and rating, please see the "click here", which is directly beneath where you select your course. This will report the missing or incorrect information to GolfNet. 


As your handicap chair, I suggest that you print, or at least save to file, a copy of the EWGA MEMBER USER MANUAL which is 43 pages long. It will make using this new system much easier. After you log in, select the red "HELP" button near the top of the page. You can download the manual and print or save it.

A few tips:

Most people enter their total score, but you may also enter your scores hole-by-hole if you wish.  Be sure to select the correct tees and 9- or 18- hole scoring.  You may also choose to enter your score as an "attested" score, which means another player vouches for you and says your score is correct. 

Make sure the slope and rating are correct.  What are slope and rating?  Read about them here. If you want to double-check the slope and rating, call the golf course and ask for their women's rating or use the USGA website.  If you find there is a discrepancy, you may contact GN21.

Your handicap will not be computed until you have posted at least five 18-hole scores or ten 9-hole scores. 

When to Post Scores

In general, you should post all scores no matter where you play. But there are a few specific rules to follow in particular cases:

• If you are unable to complete the round, post your score when you play at least 7 holes. On the holes you didn't play, record a par plus any handicap strokes you would have received.
• When you pick up on a hole, jot down the score you most likely would have made. If this score is higher than the maximum number you are allowed under the Equitable Stroke Control system, then just take the Equitable Stroke maximum. 
• You must play by the principles of the Rules of Golf in order to post your score. For instance, if you use a mulligan, you aren't playing a hole under the Rules of Golf, so treat it as a hole not played and record par plus any handicap strokes you would have received.

When don't you post scores?

• Don't post your score if you're playing on a golf course during the "inactive" period.  This period is officially established by the authorized golf association in your area.  Generally, this is April 1 thru October 26 for the Philadelphia area.
• Don't post your score when a majority of the holes are not played in accordance with the principles of the Rules of Golf
• Don't post your score when they are made on a course with no USGA Course or Slope Rating.
• Don't post your score if you are carrying or using non-conforming clubs or non-conforming balls.

How the Add Courses on the GolfNet GN21:

1. Login to EWGA.com;
2. Select "handicap";
3. Select "lists" (under the green golf life banner);
4. The drop down menu on the right has two choices: my players or my courses, select "my courses";
select "add";
5. Type in the name and select a state, select "submit";
6. If that is the course you wanted, select "add".
 
You can continue adding courses or just logout.