A mid handicap in golf refers to a player who has a handicap index between 9 and 20. This range is often broken down into three categories: lower mid-handicap (10-13 index), mid mid-handicap (14-17 index), and higher mid-handicap (18-20 index) . A mid-handicapper typically shoots between 80 and 94 for 18 holes. Mid-handicappers are the most common category for male golfers. They have a good grasp of the basics of their swing but tend to struggle with consistency in their shots. Mid-handicappers can benefit from using clubs that are designed for their skill level, which will allow them to improve without making their rounds too challenging.