Driving distance-golf?

Question

im 15, 5'3 or 5'4, and can drive the ball about 150-200 yards 7 out of ten times. would you say thats good or ok, or agree with my dad. he says almost average.

Answer 1

haha. well thats not too good im sorry to say for your age. but for your height i would say thats just about right. im 14, 5 ft 10 inches and i hit my drives on average about 275 to 285. but im exceptionally good for my age. but i can tell you right now that if you have a good short game it doesnt matter how far you hit it. you will continue to build strength and eventually hit the ball farther, but for now i would concentrate your efforts on chipping and putting.

Answer 2

Actually, your dad is right. Most golfers drive the ball about 180 yards. Age has very little to do with it.

If you want more distance, you should watch some instructional videos on basic driving techniques. As you get more muscle memory you can work on increasing your club head speed and you will be driving 30 or 40 yards more than you are now.

Answer 3

im 15 and i hit the ball 270 to 290