As the World Handicap System permits scores recorded in general play rounds to count for handicapping purposes, please note the following requirements for such scores:

• The course must be In “Acceptable Score” condition. PLAY MUST BE FROM THE MARKERS, IF THE TEES HAVE BEEN MOVED FROM COMPETITION PLACING

• Players must register their intention to return a general play score for handicapping purposes before they start their round. THIS MUST BE DONE VIA THE GOLFIRELAND APP

• The above guidance on using physical scorecards and electronic devices applies for general play rounds. The Golf Ireland app allows players to register the intent to return a score, electronically certify scores by a player and marker, and facilitates verification / amendment of the player’s Handicap Index, and therefore can be prescribed as the method for returning General Play scores by any club, should the Club so determine.

• Where an App/electronic device is being used to return a general play score for handicapping purposes as an alternative to a physical score card, the player and the marker should verbally agree on the scores immediately after completing the round.