GIR & Fairway Calculator
Calculate GIR and fairway hit rate
⛳ GIR & Fairways
Greens hit in regulation out of 18 holes (0-18)
Tee shots that found the fairway on par 4s and 5s (usually 14 holes)
Usually 14 holes (par 4: 10, par 5: 4)
📊 GIR rate
27.8%
🎯 Fairway rate
50.0%
📊 Comparison by Level
⭐ PGA professional
GIR
65-70%
Fairway
60-65%
🏌️ Advanced amateur (single digit)
GIR
40-50%
Fairway
50-60%
👤 Average amateur
GIR
20-30%
Fairway
40-50%
🔰 Beginner
GIR
5-15%
Fairway
20-35%
📚 Reference Statistics
| Item | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| GIR | Reaching the green at least two strokes under the hole par | ★★★★★ |
| Fairway | Tee shot finds the fairway on a par 4 or 5 | ★★★★☆ |
| Scrambling | Par save rate after missing the green | ★★★★☆ |
| Putts per round | Average putts over 18 holes (pros: 28-30) | ★★★★★ |
💡 Tips for GIR & Fairways
- 🎯 Improve GIR: Iron accuracy practice is the key
- 📏 Manage your distances: Know the exact carry of every club
- 🏌️ Keep it in play: Accuracy before distance
- 💪 Practice approaches: Focus on shots inside 100 yards
- 🎮 Course management: Skip the low-percentage hero shots
- 📊 Keep records: Log GIR and fairways every round