Episode 234 of THE Golf Improvement Podcast is an interview with Dean Knuth - The Pope Of Slope! Dean was and is recognized as the world's top expert on the golf handicapping and course rating system used in the U. S. and many foreign countries.

Dean talks about how he started working with the USGA, gives a brief overview of the main things he was most involved in when working at the USGA, and shares how he got the nickname "The Pope Of Slope!"

He discusses a little of the history of creating the handicap index system for golfers, prior to creating the Slope Rating System.

Dean talks about the needs and insights that led to him creating the Slope Rating System - and shares why the "Bogey Rating" for golf courses is important to creating the Slope Rating System.

He talks about why Slope Ratings are important for golfers, especially to help them to play appropriate handicaps when they play different courses and golf tees.

Finally, Dean shares some final insights on things golfers should know about the GHIN Handicap System - and about the wonderful life he now enjoys in Scotland!

Enjoy reading Dean's bio page in the link below...

https://popeofslope.com/about/index.html

TONY