Hack It Out Golf SMS - 5 Index on a Short Par 4
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Dec 6, 2025 This discussion centers around what a 5-handicap golfer averages on a short, 275-yard par 4, revealing it to be 4.2 strokes. Insights highlight how tricky these holes can be due to design features like small greens and bunkers. Amateurs often struggle with distance control and getting stuck in traps. Mark shares his love for these driver-friendly challenges and recalls anecdotes from golfers. There's plenty of banter over guesses, including a humorous wild guess from Greg. Tune in for fun insights that could help your game!
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Short Par-4s Aren't Automatic Birdies
- A typical 5-handicap player averages 4.2 on a 275-yard par 4, not an automatic birdie.
- Lou uses Arccos shot data to show real-world scoring beats optimistic assumptions.
Why Mark Loved 275-Yard Par-4s
- Mark loved 275-yard par 4s as a player because he could hit driver and get around the green.
- He recalls tournament holes of that length often having small greens or quirky hazards that made them tougher.
Amateurs Struggle With Short-Hole Execution
- Mark contrasts his consistent long tee shots with amateurs who come up short and struggle with awkward pitches.
- He notes amateurs often get sucked into pins and three-putt or bogey those short holes.