Change to Advantage Handicap System

Advantage GC in 2026

Please see below important information regarding a change to the Advantage Handicap System.

Subsequent to advice from the WCF Advantage Committee, Croquet England GC Rules Committee has approved the adoption of the Target Scores method of scoring for all Advantage GC games in England from March 1st 2026.

This method replaces Starting Scores and all such existing documentation should likewise be replaced with the Advantage 2026 versions available on line at https://www.croquet.org.uk/?p=games/golf/advantage

Clubs are advised to display printed copies of:

  • How to Play Advantage Golf Croquet – 2026  
  • Poster: Completing Your Handicap Card
  • Standard Game Tables

Players, coaches and referees will also find the following helpful for a fuller understanding:

  • FAQs
  • PowerPoint briefing