Understanding My Statistics

Definition: The total number of strokes played during a round, without considering handicap strokes.
​How it’s calculated: Sum of all strokes on each hole.
​Why it’s useful: It’s the foundation for analyzing your performance and tracking your overall progress.
​Reference: A 25-handicap player usually scores between 90 and 105 gross.

Definition: A scoring system that awards points based on your score relative to par.
​How it’s calculated: Each hole gives points depending on strokes played relative to par, adjusted with your handicap strokes.
​Why it’s useful: Encourages strategic play and reduces the impact of bad holes.
​Reference: A 25-handicap player typically scores 30–36 points over 18 holes.

Definition: The difference between your gross score and the course’s total par.
​How it’s calculated: Gross score − Total par.
​Why it’s useful: Quickly shows whether you played above or below expectations.
​Example: A gross score of 95 on a par-72 course = +23.
​Reference: +18 to +30 for a 25-handicap player.

Definition: An estimated handicap based solely on your performance on the round you just played.
​How it’s calculated: Based on your adjusted score, plus the Slope and Rating of the course. It reflects your level for that specific round.
​Why it’s useful: Gives an instant snapshot of your performance and helps track progress round after round.
​Example: On a course with a Slope of 125 and Rating of 72, an adjusted score of 94 produces a simulated handicap of ≈19.9 — better than a typical 25-handicap performance.
​Reference: A 25-handicap player often sees a simulated handicap between 23 and 28 on an average round.

Definition: Breakdown of your results per hole (pars, bogeys, double bogeys, etc.).
​How it’s calculated: Each hole is categorized based on your score relative to par.
​Why it’s useful: Identifies trends and weaknesses in your game.
​Example: If 40% of your holes are bogeys, you show consistency with room for improvement.
​Reference: Typical for a 25-handicap: 20% pars, 50% bogeys, 30% doubles or worse.

Definition: Hitting the fairway off the tee on par 4s and par 5s.
​How it’s calculated: Fairways hit ÷ Total tee shots on holes with a fairway.
​Why it’s useful: Measures the accuracy of your tee shots.
​Example: 6 fairways hit out of 14 = 43% FIR.
​Reference: 30–50% for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Distribution of tee shots (left, center, right).
​How it’s calculated: Percentage of shots in each zone.
​Why it’s useful: Highlights directional tendencies and helps adjust strategy.

Definition: Fairway-hit percentage for each club used off the tee.
​How it’s calculated: Fairways hit ÷ Total tee shots with that club.
​Why it’s useful: Shows which club is the most reliable.
​Example: 75% with a hybrid vs 40% with the driver can guide strategic decisions.
​Reference: 40–50% with the driver for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Reaching the green in the expected number of strokes to putt for birdie.
​How it’s calculated: Greens hit in regulation ÷ Total holes played.
​Why it’s useful: Measures your ability to reach greens efficiently.
​Example: 6 GIR out of 18 = 33%.
​Reference: 20–30% for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Percentage of greens hit with each approach club.
​How it’s calculated: Greens hit ÷ Total approach shots with that club.
​Why it’s useful: Identifies your most effective clubs.
​Example: 60% success with a 7-iron vs 40% with a 5-iron can guide club selection.
​Reference: 40–50% for mid-irons for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Total shots played around the green.
​How it’s calculated: Count of all shots taken in the short-game zone.
​Why it’s useful: Shows how often you miss greens and rely on recovery shots.
​Example: A high number indicates many missed approach shots.
​Reference: 6–10 for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Approaches completed with a single putt.
​How it’s calculated: One-putt approaches ÷ Total approaches.
​Why it’s useful: Measures short-game effectiveness.
​Example: 5 out of 10 approaches finished with one putt = 50%.
​Reference: 30–40% for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Average distance left to the hole after an approach shot.
​How it’s calculated: Average of all remaining distances after approaches.
​Why it’s useful: Indicates the precision of your short game.
​Example: A 2.5 m average shows good accuracy.
​Reference: 3–4 m for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Total number of putts taken over 18 holes.
​How it’s calculated: Sum of all putts.
​Why it’s useful: Gives a global view of your putting performance.
​Example: 36 putts over 18 holes is a solid performance.
​Reference: 34–38 putts for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Total distance of all successful putts.
​How it’s calculated: Sum of the distances of all holed putts.
​Why it’s useful: Measures overall putting quality and consistency.
​Example: 25 m of putts holed over 18 holes indicates strong potential.
​Reference: 23–30 m for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Average number of putts per hole.
​How it’s calculated: Total putts ÷ Total holes played.
​Why it’s useful: Evaluates overall putting efficiency.
​Example: 2.0 putts per hole is a good score.
​Reference: 1.9–2.1 for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Success rate of putts depending on distance.
​How it’s calculated: Putts holed ÷ Total putts attempted at a given distance.
​Why it’s useful: Identifies strengths and weaknesses in your putting.
​Example: 50% success from 3 m shows strong mid-range putting.
​Reference: 30–50% from 3 m for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Total penalty strokes taken during a round.
​How it’s calculated: Sum of all penalties.
​Why it’s useful: Measures how much mistakes impact your score.
​Example: 4 penalties over 18 holes indicates costly errors.
​Reference: 2–6 penalties for a 25-handicap.

Definition: Breakdown of penalties by category (lost ball, out of bounds, water hazard, etc.).
​How it’s calculated: Count per penalty type.
​Why it’s useful: Highlights recurring risk areas.
​Example: 3 water penalties in one round indicate a precision issue.
​Reference: 1–3 for a 25-handicap.