# Ptarmigan Course Handicap

> Golf course handicap calculation and member index tracking for a specific association. (iPhone/iPad app by Erik Runstrom.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ptarmigan-course-handicap/id1614719668 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Erik Runstrom](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614719670)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 61 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2022-03-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ptarmigan-course-handicap/id1614719668/reviews.md

## What is Ptarmigan Course Handicap?

The Ptarmigan Men's Golf Association (PMGA) has devised a system to promote fair competition among its members for golf at Ptarmigan Country Club. The PMGA has created a Ptarmigan Course Handicap (PCH) for all players using one of the following criteria:

 1. GHIN Index - All scores posted to GHIN (average of the lowest 8 out of the last 20 scores).
 2. Blue Tee Index (BTI) - All Ptarmigan scores from the Blue Tees (average of the lowest 8 out of the last 20 scores).
 3. Competition Tournament Index (CTI) - All PMGA tournaments or other organized competitive scores (average of the lowest 8 out of the last 20 scores).
 4. Low Handicap Index (LHI) - computed and tracked by GHIN. This is the lowest handicap index that a player had during the previous 12 months.

The player's PCH will be the lowest index of the GHIN, BTI, or CTI calculations. If a player does not have at least 12 scores at Ptarmigan, then the PCH value will be their LHI.

The PCH App will allow PMGA members to log in and show their current playing index. It will show the dates and scores of all entries used to compute the index and will allow any player to see the PCH value for any other member.

## Key features

- Fair competition system
- Multiple index calculation methods
- GHIN Index integration
- Blue Tee Index tracking
- Competition Tournament Index
- Low Handicap Index fallback
- Member index viewing


## Frequently asked questions about Ptarmigan Course Handicap

### What is the Ptarmigan Course Handicap (PCH)?

The PCH is a system devised by the Ptarmigan Men's Golf Association to promote fair competition among its members. It's calculated using criteria like GHIN Index, Blue Tee Index, or Competition Tournament Index.

### How is the Ptarmigan Course Handicap calculated?

The PCH is typically the lowest index from GHIN, Blue Tee Index, or Competition Tournament Index calculations. If a player has fewer than 12 scores at Ptarmigan, their PCH defaults to their Low Handicap Index tracked by GHIN.

### Can I see other members' handicaps?

Yes, the Ptarmigan Course Handicap app allows any player to see the PCH value for any other member of the association.

### What information does the app show about my index?

The app will show your current playing index, as well as the dates and scores of all entries used to compute that index.

### Is Ptarmigan Course Handicap available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Ptarmigan Course Handicap is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. Information regarding Android compatibility is not available.

### How often is Ptarmigan Course Handicap updated?

The latest version of Ptarmigan Course Handicap is 2.0.40.109, which was last updated on May 14, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.

### What is the age rating for Ptarmigan Course Handicap?

Ptarmigan Course Handicap has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does Ptarmigan Course Handicap have ads?

No, Ptarmigan Course Handicap does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.40.109 — 2026-05-14

Corrected an error when setting up players with Medical Exemptions.
Changed the order of the scores in the player detail screen to put C-Scores below the Home Scores.
Modified the internal player lookup when logging in which will allow for future de-duping of players to merge records without causing login issues.

### 02.0.37.102 — 2026-03-19

Updated the Ptarmigan Course Ratings and Slopes to the new 2026 values. This is a necessary update to comply with the recent changes to the course.

### 02.0.36.98 — 2025-10-09

Corrected an error to include Blue/White scores during an update of reporting scores from GHIN. Previously, GHIN reports included ratings of whole amounts as xx.0, e.g. 69.0. This was recently changed to use only the whole number, e.g. 69, which caused the update process to bypass any scores that did not match 69.0. The code was revised to handle either case as equivalent (69.0 == 69).

### 02.0.34.94 — 2025-07-15

Admin capabilities were changed to allow for easier modification and display of White Tee Players, Admin, Pro Shop, Handicap Committee, PMGA Board, Medical Exemption and Suppressed attributes. 
Order of player scores was changed to show the type of score immediately followed by the Lowest for that type.

### 02.0.33.87 — 2025-03-27

Corrected access to the Handicap update routines, which will allow Admin and Pro Shop staff to automatically update the member handicaps.

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