Scratch Golfer vs PGA Tour Pro: The Real Data Behind a 5-Shot Gap

Coach Erik Schjolberg

Published on: 20/11/2025

Most golfers think scratch is almost pro. In this post I break down real shot-tracking and PGA Tour data—scoring, distance, greens in regulation, proximity, short game, and putting—to show that professionals are at least 5 shots better per roiund.