Hack It Out Golf SMS - Rough Equivalent of 200 Yards in FW, Scratch, 10, and 20
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Jun 21, 2025 Golfers face unique challenges from the fairway compared to the rough. The hosts engage in a surprising discussion about how different skill levels affect shot performance and distance. A fun quiz on golf handicaps adds playful competition to the mix. They also debunk myths about rough conditions, urging amateurs to relax about their mistakes. The conversation highlights the mental game of golf and the strategic choices that can help improve performance on the course.
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Rough Affects Skilled Golfers More
- The rough impacts better players more significantly than higher handicappers at 200 yards.
- For a 20 handicap, being in the rough versus fairway at 200 yards shows little difference in scoring average.
Yardage Penalty By Handicap
- The rough yardage that equates to scoring from 200 yards in the fairway decreases as handicap increases.
- Scratch golfers face almost no disadvantage from the rough compared to higher handicappers.
Keep Tee Shots In Play
- Prioritize keeping your tee shots in play to avoid penalty strokes.
- Being in the rough but in play is often nearly as advantageous as being in the fairway for higher handicappers.