SMS - 175 Yard Par 3, Average Score, Scratch, 10, and 20

SMS - 175 Yard Par 3, Average Score, Scratch, 10, and 20

Author: Golf Swing Productions by Mark Crossfield Greg Chalmers and Lou Stagner May 9, 2026 Duration: 11:43
From a reasonably long par 3, what scores are typical for golfers of different levels? In this episode, Lou asks Mark and Greg about scoring averages on a 175-yard par 3. Tiny spoiler: there's a bonus question in this episode, and the answer there provides real insight into course strategy when fairway bunkers are in play. Each of these will be a mini-episode (10-15 minutes long) about an interesting golf stat. We will discuss what you can learn, and most importantly, how you can apply this on the golf course to lower your scores and lower your handicap. Listen on your drive to the golf course or over your Saturday morning coffee! Data is sourced from Arccos Golf. They have over 1 BILLION shots in their database. Check them out at: https://www.arccosgolf.com/  Use code DATALOU15 for 15% off! If you have a question you want covered on the pod, please submit here: https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/contact/ Listeners can also leave us a voicemail! https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/voicemail/ Where to find us: Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe Lou Stagner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouStagner Greg Chalmers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregChalmersPGA See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For golfers looking to move beyond quick tips and understand the real mechanics and mental game behind improvement, Hack It Out Golf offers a unique blend of expertise and camaraderie. This podcast brings together the distinct perspectives of renowned coach Mark Crossfield, data and statistics expert Lou Stagner, and PGA Tour professional Greg Chalmers. Their conversations dig into the nuances of the golf swing, course strategy, and the latest in golf technology, all filtered through their combined decades of experience. Listeners get more than just instruction; they are privy to the lively, unfiltered banter between three friends who are deeply passionate about the sport. Each episode feels like a candid locker room discussion where insights on lowering scores are delivered with authenticity and humor. You will find yourself reconsidering your approach to practice, equipment, and on-course decisions. The podcast consistently balances technical depth with entertainment, making complex topics accessible and engaging. Whether dissecting a professional tournament, reviewing a new club, or debating a common golf myth, the show maintains a focus on practical takeaways that players of all levels can apply. Tune in for a genuinely informative and often hilarious deep dive into the game, where the goal is always to help you play better and enjoy the journey.
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Hitting More Greens in Regulation, Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:22
GIR remains, by far, the best of the traditional golf stats. In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg start with their definitions of a GIR (should there be some flexibility?), and then transition into the most important—and…
Making Your 3 Wood Work for You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:46
Our recent episode about prepping your bag for the upcoming season encouraged you to ditch the club you never use. For many amateur golfers, that club is the 3 wood. In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg offer advice for…
SMS - 10 Index, Bogey Percentage, Par 3, 4, and 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:47
You're a solid handicap golfer. On the tee, how often should you expect to make a bogey? And how does that change when the hole is a par 3, a par 4, and a par 5? Lou puts that question to Mark and Greg, and after they an…
What Is the Future of LIV? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:57
Not all the traffic with LIV Golf has been back to the PGA Tour. Recently, one of the top amateur golfers in the United States joined the team league. In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg discuss his signing and what it…
Indoor Practice vs Outdoor Play in Winter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:12
For many of our listeners, we're in the hard part of winter. You're still interested in golf improvement. When the course is cold and wet, will you get more improvement from indoor practice or from playing outdoors in le…
SMS - 90 Yards, Scratch, 10, and 20, to 30 Feet or Less [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:01
A simple stock wedge from 90 yards: how often will a scratch golfer, a 10 index, and a 20 index player finish within 30 feet of the hole? The catch: the ball doesn't need to be on the green. In this episode, Lou puts thi…
Tips for Strike Awareness and Shot Shaping [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:05
If you want to play better golf, 1) hit the center of the face 2) while controlling the face. But how? In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg talk about practical ways to work on strike and shot shaping. What are some tips…
Listener Questions: TGL, New Drivers, and the Right Tees [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:11
Today's episode is a grab bag of listener questions. First up: Greg, Mark, and Lou stop in with early reflections on the second season of TGL. Are the new holes working? Then they turn to this season's big new driver rel…
SMS - Tour Player, Bogey vs Birdie, 120 and 180 in FW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:57
This episode is unbelievably exciting. Please read that in your very best Lou monotone. (But it is really good!) In today's Saturday Stat, Lou highlights the skills of the best players on the planet. How often, hitting a…
Singh Back on Tour at 62?! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:30
Brooks isn't the only one coming back to the PGA Tour: this past week, Vijay Singh played on the PGA Tour for the first time in years. In today's episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg talk about the status that allowed Singh to p…