The general use of the term scratch golfer means any golfer who shoots par or better. However, the United States Golf Association (USGA) explains scratch golf differently. They use it to determine the proper rating and slope of a golf course. The USGA states that a scratch golfer:
“An amateur player who plays to the standard of the stroke play qualifiers competing in the United States Amateur Championship. The male scratch golfer hits his tee shots an average of 250 yards and can reach a 470-yard hole in two shots. The female scratch golfer can hit her tee shots an average of 210 yards and can reach a 400-yard hole in two shots.”
An explanation of rating and slope will follow, but scratch golfing to most every golfer means being able to shoot par or better on the golf course.
So you want to shoot scratch golf. Well you’ve come to the right place. Getting to Scratch is set up as a resource for golfers like you who feel as though they have the drive and determination to play better golf, scratch golf. (Or at least the talent)
No matter if you shoot 150 or 80 Getting to Scratch will break down the different aspects of the golf game and offers tips, drills, and solutions to help you play better golf. There will be Golf series, focused on swing mechanics, course management, club selection, etc. As well as daily news about what’s happening in the world of golf to keep you up to date with the latest news and trends.
Being able to play scratch golf or shoot par is every golfers dream. Most wish it could happen and a few really try. Here at Getting to Scratch the goal will be to offer you every opportunity to make that dream a reality. We know golfing better takes time on the course and time at the range. However, knowing how what you need to work on and how to improve before you get to the golf course or driving range is the best starting point and Getting to Scratch wants to help you be prepared.
