From Dave Walos, Handicap Chairman: 3/17/2026
Hello,
Welcome to the 2026 golfing season!
My name is David Walos, and I will be your Handicap Chairman for the Deerwood Men’s Golf Club during
the 2026 season. This year our scoring season for Western New York is April 15th and ending October
31st. During this time frame, you should be posting all yours scores for 9 or 18 holes into the system.
We will be using the same system as in past years. This system is very similar to the “Ghin” system, and
in fact, was developed by a person who was on the original committee that developed the World
Handicap System (WHS) for the USGA. The Ghin system is part of the WHS. Scores can be recorded at
your home, or at the “Shanty” at Deerwood. This system takes the best 8 of the last 20 scores and
calculates a handicap index, which in turn arrives at your handicap when applied to the golf course you
are playing.
There are 2 ways to enter data into our system. First, you may enter data into the system at the scoring
shanty at the golf course. This data will update your handicap index immediately. Simply select “Add
Round”, then select your name, and complete the necessary information. . All rounds for the
Deerwood Golf Course must be entered hole by and hole. Another method is to enter scores from
home, or anywhere on the internet. Just go to www.eHandicap.net, enter your club's name (Deerwood)
and search for your name. Once you have reached your input page, a passcode is necessary for this
method. Enter a passcode and complete the necessary information. The new index will be available
the following morning. The computer will automatically calculate what is referred to as ESC (Equitable
Stroke Control) for rounds played at Deerwood. This is the maximum number a golfer can take on any
one hole, based on his handicap.
The system allows “peer” review for participating members. The system also has built in safeguards if a
players handicap index is rising too quickly, or, if an exceptional round is posted below their current
handicap index. This ensures every player’s handicap index is treated equally.
This was just a quick overview of the system. If you have any specific issues, questions, or problems
relating to the system, feel free to contact me. I will also be available to assist you in getting started
entering scores. If you are a new member and coming from another golf club, just bring in your
handicap card received from that club, and we can enter that data in our system.
Thank you and I hope everyone has a great season.
Regards,
Dave Walos – Handicap Chairman
Ph: 716-982-2849