# GOLF-A-THON — Handicap Analysis & Games

> Golf handicap analysis and score forecasting tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Pennaz Software, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-a-thon/id1499730503 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pennaz Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455452458)
- Category: Sports, Games, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 15.2 · 5 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-07-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-a-thon/id1499730503/reviews.md

## What is GOLF?

Improve your game and compete with friends! GOLF-A-THON helps you understand your handicap and forecast the impact of your scores. 

Due to restricted access to GHIN data we've had to temporarily remove several features. We will be adding them back shortly.

IMPORTANT: An active USGA GHIN handicap index is required. See ghin.com for more information on establishing a handicap.

REVISION HISTORY:
Version 2.1 -- May 19, 2022
* Added Handicap Improvement Challenge
* Show pending handicap change

Version 2.0 -- March 15, 2022
* Handicap history chart & revision score list
* Removed most features due to restricted access to GHIN data (they will be back soon)

## Key features

- Handicap analysis
- Score forecasting
- Handicap Improvement Challenge
- Show pending handicap change
- Handicap history chart


## Frequently asked questions about GOLF

### What is GOLF-A-THON?

GOLF-A-THON is a sports app designed to help golfers analyze their handicap and forecast the impact of their scores. It offers features like a Handicap Improvement Challenge and displays pending handicap changes.

### Do I need a GHIN number to use GOLF-A-THON?

Yes, an active USGA GHIN handicap index is required to use GOLF-A-THON. You can find more information on establishing a handicap at ghin.com.

### What features are currently available in GOLF-A-THON?

Current features include Handicap Improvement Challenge and showing pending handicap changes. A handicap history chart and revision score list are also available. Some features were temporarily removed due to restricted GHIN data access but are planned for reintroduction.

### How often is GOLF-A-THON updated?

The app was last updated on June 17, 2022, with version 2.2. Previous updates include version 2.1 on May 19, 2022, and version 2.0 on March 15, 2022.

### What devices support GOLF-A-THON?

GOLF-A-THON is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for GOLF-A-THON?

GOLF-A-THON has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger golfers and up.

### Does GOLF-A-THON have ads?

No, GOLF-A-THON does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user sentiment for GOLF-A-THON?

GOLF-A-THON has received a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 3 user ratings, indicating very positive user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2022-06-17

Data Analysis - view detailed statistics over all your rounds played. Filter rounds by date course and tee...then see a hole-by-hole history of your play.

### 2.1 — 2022-05-20

Added support for the Handicap Improvement Challenge as well as the ability to view your pending handicap index change after you've played a round.

### 2.0 — 2022-03-15

Handicap history chart & revision score list

### 1.9 — 2021-12-08

Bug fixes related to the handicap history graph, handicap forecasting and player selection for games.

### 1.8 — 2021-05-27

* Side bets can be made on a hole-by-hole basis
* Easy entry of side bets on a one-to-one or one-to-many basis
* Sixes-Match game can now be advanced to the following match on the next hole if a match ends early
* Color enhancements for better readability

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## More apps by Pennaz Software, LLC

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