What is How Many Strokes?
How Many Strokes is a cutting-edge digital solution designed specifically for golf clubs aiming to modernize their player experience and streamline club management. At its core, it offers a white label Club App packed with features like a Digital Information Board, a World Handicap System integration, and a Handicap Conversion Table. This isn’t just another app—it’s a comprehensive platform that elevates player delight, keeps members informed with live updates, and frees up staff resources by simplifying communication and data management. Whether it’s live course info, club news, or handicap calculations, How Many Strokes brings everything right to the players’ fingertips.
Main Benefits of How Many Strokes
Here’s what makes this solution stand out:
- Effortless Simplicity: Update everything instantly without the hassle of physical notice boards.
- Player Experience: Elevate player delight with real-time course updates and easy handicap conversions.
- Staff Efficiency: Free up staff resources by automating updates and communication.
- Customization: Fully customizable app with your club’s branding, colors, and personalized content.
- Global Reach: Trusted by golf clubs in 20+ countries across five continents.
- Live Updates: Immediate course condition reports, weather alerts, and club news.
- Handicap Tools: Includes HCP Conversion Table and Allowance Calculator for fair play across all match formats.
Features of the How Many Strokes App
The app is packed with features that make golf club management and player engagement a breeze. The HCP Conversion Table lets players quickly convert handicaps for different formats, while the HCP Allowance Calculator streamlines match calculations. A dedicated News Box keeps members in the loop with announcements and events. Plus, general club info like facilities, opening hours, and contact details are always at hand. QR code integration throughout the club means players can access info conveniently, enhancing their overall experience. And with enhanced customization options, clubs can add buttons, links, images, videos—whatever they need to keep things fresh and engaging.
Digital Information Board and Course Updates
Say goodbye to outdated physical notice boards. The Digital Information Board displays real-time updates, schedules, and course conditions directly on screens around the club. It’s fully customizable, so clubs can show news, tournament info, maintenance schedules, dress codes, and more. Live weather forecasts, UV warnings, and thunderstorm alerts keep players safe and informed. Daily course updates like greenspeed, pin positions, and sunset times ensure players have the latest info before teeing off. Plus, sponsorship and advertising options help clubs promote events or generate extra revenue.
How the Handicap Conversion Table and Allowance Calculator Work
The Digital HCP Conversion Table is accessible on-screen, via QR code, or through a website calculator, supporting all official USGA/R&A match formats. The Handicap Allowance Calculator adds an extra layer of fairness by adjusting playing handicaps for individual, fourball, foursomes, and scramble formats. It even supports mixed tee events, letting players select their preferred tee and specify gender. Par differences are automatically accounted for, so handicaps are accurate every time. The user-friendly interface means calculations are quick and easy—no more confusion or delays.
Impact on Golf Clubs and Sustainability
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Promotes innovation in club management and player engagement.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Reduces paper waste by replacing physical notice boards with digital solutions.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Encourages efficient resource use through digital updates and communication.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Supports environmental sustainability by minimizing printed materials and travel for updates.
Customer Experience and Support
How Many Strokes is proud to serve some of the greatest golf clubs worldwide, spanning over 20 countries on five continents. The platform offers quick guides, support for the World Handicap System, and handicap allowance explanations to help clubs and players get the most out of the tools. There’s even a sponsor option to help clubs generate additional revenue. For clubs looking to see it in action, demos are available to showcase how the app and digital boards can transform communication and player satisfaction. Privacy and account management features ensure data security and compliance, making it a trusted choice for modern golf clubs.
