Full Definition
A hole location sheet (or pin sheet) shows exactly where the flagstick is placed on each green that day, expressed as a distance from the front or back of the green and from the left or right edge. Tour caddies receive these before each round and adjust approach shot targets based on pin position. Example: a pin listed as 8 from the front, 10 from the right means the hole is 8 paces onto the green from the front edge and 10 paces from the right edge. At many daily-fee courses, these sheets are available at the pro shop for a small fee.
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GOATY tip: Even without an official pin sheet, walk to the green before each tee shot and look at whether the flag is front, middle, or back. This 30-second observation changes your target by 15-30 yards and prevents leaving approach shots short into greenside bunkers. Book a free live lesson to see your own hole location sheet data in real time during your practice session.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hole Location Sheet in golf?
A diagram showing pin positions on each green for a given day, used to plan approach shot targets.
Why does hole location sheet matter for scoring?
A hole location sheet (or pin sheet) shows exactly where the flagstick is placed on each green that day, expressed as a distance from the front or back of the green and from the left or right edge. Tour caddies receive these before each round and adjust approach shot targets base...
How can I improve my hole location sheet?
GOATY tip: Even without an official pin sheet, walk to the green before each tee shot and look at whether the flag is front, middle, or back. This 30-second observation changes your target by 15-30 yards and prevents leaving approach shots short into greenside bunkers. GOATY AI measures your hole location sheet in real time during live practice sessions — giving you instant feedback without needing to film and review video after the fact.
What is a good hole location sheet for an amateur golfer?
The benchmark is the GOAT Model — elite swing mechanics scored at 97.3. GOATY AI shows you exactly how your hole location sheet compares to this elite standard and coaches you toward it session by session.