Is 40 a good score on a 9 hole

[TommyC]

Hi! I'm 22 and I only just purchased my first set of clubs about 2 weeks ago and only started really getting into golf about 3 weeks ago (since then I have been obsessed with it). When I first played 3 weeks ago I got 78 round a 9 hole which is a 33 par. Today I got 40 on the same 9 hole. This isnt a one off as I have been stepping down my score by 3-6 every time I play. Is a 40 good for someone of my age and the amount of time playing?

I'm hoping to get into the 30's on my next round

 

[Agent Pies]

Hi! I'm 22 and I only just purchased my first set of clubs about 2 weeks ago and only started really getting into golf about 3 weeks ago (since then I have been obsessed with it). When I first played 3 weeks ago I got 78 round a 9 hole which is a 33 par. Today I got 40 on the same 9 hole. This isnt a one off as I have been stepping down my score by 3-6 every time I play. Is a 40 good for someone of my age and the amount of time playing?

I'm hoping to get into the 30's on my next round

You should probably think about turning pro.

 

[delc]

Hi! I'm 22 and I only just purchased my first set of clubs about 2 weeks ago and only started really getting into golf about 3 weeks ago (since then I have been obsessed with it). When I first played 3 weeks ago I got 78 round a 9 hole which is a 33 par. Today I got 40 on the same 9 hole. This isnt a one off as I have been stepping down my score by 3-6 every time I play. Is a 40 good for someone of my age and the amount of time playing?

I'm hoping to get into the 30's on my next round

Not bad. If the course SSS is close to par, that's about 14 handicap standard.

 

[Slab]

After just three weeks then yes 40 is a great result even if it is on a short 9 hole course (the ball still has to get in the hole) and playing on a course like this will teach you loads about your own progress before stepping up to a round on a full course that's probably going to be a bit more challenging in terms of layout/hazards/length etc

welcome to the forum

 

[ArnoldArmChewer]

Good scoring, welcome along to the forum

 

[Hacker Khan]

It's not bad, but beware of those Windmills, they are a real card wrecker some times.

 

[walliams8]

If you have only been playing 3 weeks then 7 over par for a 9 hole course regardless of length is outrageous.

 

[SwingsitlikeHogan]

5 under 5s is really, really good going for a newbie. Good stuff. What was par for the 9 holes? Beware of setting your expectations of shooting into the 30s. You might struggle to shoot 40 again for a while

 

[Curls]

My name is Curls and I'm going to be your agent.

Its very good, are you naturally sporty? People who have played other sports to high levels usually make the transition quicker than others.

 

[TommyC]

My name is Curls and I'm going to be your agent.

Its very good, are you naturally sporty? People who have played other sports to high levels usually make the transition quicker than others.

I do not usually play other sports although when i do play i'm not noticeably terrible! But i think i've found my sport here!

 

[TommyC]

5 under 5s is really, really good going for a newbie. Good stuff. What was par for the 9 holes? Beware of setting your expectations of shooting into the 30s. You might struggle to shoot 40 again for a while

The 9 hole is a 33 par. Before 40 my lowest score was 45 and before that 46, 49, 52 and so on. So its going down gradually! Im going again today so will let you know my score!

 

[pbrown7582]

Good scoring, welcome along to the forum
get stuck in and enjoy

 

[walliams8]

What course is this just out of interest ?

 

[Curls]

I do not usually play other sports although when i do play i'm not noticeably terrible! But i think i've found my sport here!

Then you are doomed. Look at what this sport does to people. Look around. Theyre all bananas.

Except me. I'm completely sane.

 

[walliams8]

Then you are doomed. Look at what this sport does to people. Look around. Theyre all bananas.

Except me. I'm completely sane.

Also it's a really cheap sport to get into 👍

 

[Curls]

Also it's a really cheap sport to get into 👍

Don't listen to him, he's crazy.

Wibble.

 

[SwingsitlikeHogan]

The 9 hole is a 33 par. Before 40 my lowest score was 45 and before that 46, 49, 52 and so on. So its going down gradually! Im going again today so will let you know my score!

At this point in the learners experience in playing golf you rebound - so scores for next four rounds will inevitably be 45, 46, 49 and 52. Cos golf is a swine.

 

[chillicon]

40 is an incredible score for 9 holes if you have only been playing for 3 weeks. Remember though that the fresh air shots still count, as do the duffs that go 2 inches, and you have stroke and distance penalties when you lose balls.

And yes welcome to the forum.

[BTW Am I the only one thinking some is some kind of bizarre windup? Has anyone ever been that good after 3 weeks playing?]

 

[cleanstrike]

40 is an incredible score for 9 holes if you have only been playing for 3 weeks. Remember though that the fresh air shots still count, as do the duffs that go 2 inches, and you have stroke and distance penalties when you lose balls.

And yes welcome to the forum.

[BTW Am I the only one thinking some is some kind of bizarre windup? Has anyone ever been that good after 3 weeks playing?]

No! You're not the only one as it crossed my mind as well but you never know; the chap might just be a natural.

 

[TommyC]

40 is an incredible score for 9 holes if you have only been playing for 3 weeks. Remember though that the fresh air shots still count, as do the duffs that go 2 inches, and you have stroke and distance penalties when you lose balls.

And yes welcome to the forum.

[BTW Am I the only one thinking some is some kind of bizarre windup? Has anyone ever been that good after 3 weeks playing?]

Thanks!! Been obsessed with, ive been going with a friend who has been playing for a year or so i know all the rules like you said, i counted for any lost balls etc...

I was thinking of getting a few lessons just incase ive been picking up any bad habits. Ive just got back from a 9 hole, same course. Got 38 this time, now i can see why you'd think this is a wind up, spoke to a 20 year old who has been playing for 2 years and he is hitting 50 on that 9 hole.