Scratch Golfer
A player with a handicap index of 0 who is expected to shoot even par on a standard-difficulty course.
What does scratch golfer mean in golf?
A scratch golfer represents the skill benchmark against which course ratings are established. Only about 1-2% of all golfers achieve scratch status. Becoming a scratch golfer typically requires consistent ball striking (hitting 10+ greens in regulation per round), a reliable short game, and solid putting. The term is also used more loosely to describe any highly skilled amateur golfer.
Related Golf Terms
Handicap
A numerical measure of a golfer's ability that allows players of different skill levels to compete fairly against each other.
Course Rating
A numerical value that represents the expected score for a scratch golfer on a specific course under normal playing conditions.
Par
The predetermined number of strokes an expert golfer is expected to need to complete a hole or a round.
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