Hack It Out Golf SMS - 120-130 Yards in Fairway, Low Indexes, Green Hit Front Pin vs Back Pin
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Nov 22, 2025 The discussion dives into the impact of pin locations on low single-figure players' performance from 120-130 yards. With fascinating statistics revealing that players hit the green 56% of the time with a front pin and 72% with a back pin, the hosts analyze why front pins lead to more misses. They explore targeting strategies, discussing the importance of adjusting aim based on pin placements. Key takeaways emphasize the need to respect pin locations and adapt gameplay for better scoring on the course.
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Front Vs Back Pin Huge Difference
- Low single-digit players hit the green 56% to a front pin and 72% to a back pin from 120–130 yards in the fairway.
- The 16 percentage-point gap shows front pins create a materially higher miss risk even for good players.
Good Shots Can Produce Bad Results
- Players often label a front-pin miss as a 'decent shot' because the contact and distance looked correct.
- That cognitive bias hides the error: good execution can still produce a poor result when the pin is front.
Aim Away From Front Pins
- Shift your target away from a front pin to account for limited green depth and avoid being short.
- Optimize your aim for overall scoring rather than always firing directly at the flag.