Sam Burns
USA
Driver Carry
296yds
Swing Speed
117mph
Clubs Tracked
11
How far does Sam Burns hit each club?
Sam Burns carries their driver 296 yards, their 7-iron 180 yards, and their pitching wedge 132 yards. Their driver swing speed is 117 mph. Full yardage breakdown for all 11 clubs below.
Sam Burns Stock Yardages
| Club | Carry | Total | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 296 yds | 311 yds | Estimated | Estimated from PGA Tour driving stats |
| 3-Wood | 261 yds | 273 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| 5-Iron | 210 yds | 220 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| 6-Iron | 195 yds | 205 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| 7-Iron | 180 yds | 190 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| 8-Iron | 165 yds | 173 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| 9-Iron | 148 yds | 155 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| Pitching Wedge | 132 yds | 138 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| Gap Wedge | 114 yds | 119 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| Sand Wedge | 96 yds | 101 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
| Lob Wedge | 77 yds | 81 yds | Estimated | Estimated |
How Sam Burns Compares to PGA Tour Average
| Club | Sam | PGA Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 296 yds | 275 yds | +21 yds |
| 3-Wood | 261 yds | 243 yds | +18 yds |
| 5-Iron | 210 yds | 195 yds | +15 yds |
| 6-Iron | 195 yds | 183 yds | +12 yds |
| 7-Iron | 180 yds | 172 yds | +8 yds |
| 8-Iron | 165 yds | 158 yds | +7 yds |
| 9-Iron | 148 yds | 142 yds | +6 yds |
| Pitching Wedge | 132 yds | 128 yds | +4 yds |
| Gap Wedge | 114 yds | 110 yds | +4 yds |
| Sand Wedge | 96 yds | 92 yds | +4 yds |
| Lob Wedge | 77 yds | 74 yds | +3 yds |
How Does Sam Burns Compare to Amateur Golfers?
Sam Burns's driver carry of 296 yards is 46 yards longer than the average scratch golfer (250 yards) and 91 yards longer than a typical 15-handicap (205 yards).
Their 7-iron carry of 180 yards exceeds the amateur average by 35 yards — a 10-handicap golfer typically carries their 7-iron 145 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far does Sam Burns hit their driver?
Sam Burns carries their driver approximately 296 yards with a total distance of 311 yards. Source: Estimated from PGA Tour driving stats. Swing speed: 117 mph.
How far does Sam Burns hit their 7-iron?
Sam Burns carries their 7-iron approximately 180 yards (190 yards total). This is 8 yards longer than the pga tour average.
How far does Sam Burns hit their pitching wedge?
Sam Burns carries their pitching wedge approximately 132 yards (138 yards total). Source: Estimated. Confidence: estimated.
What is Sam Burns's driver swing speed?
Sam Burns's driver swing speed is approximately 117 mph. Measured driver swing speed. Source: PGA Tour.
How far does Sam Burns hit each club?
Sam Burns carries their driver 296 yards , their 7-iron 180 yards , and their pitching wedge 132 yards. See the full yardage table above for all 11 clubs with carry distances, total distances, confidence ratings, and sources.
How does Sam Burns compare to the average golfer?
Sam Burns carries their driver 296 yards , which is 76 yards farther than the average 10-handicap amateur (220 yards). Their 7-iron carry of 180 yards exceeds the 10-handicap amateur average of 145 yards by 35 yards. See our distance chart by handicap for detailed comparisons.
What swing speed does Sam Burns have?
Sam Burns's driver swing speed is approximately 117 mph. For context, the PGA Tour average is 113 mph and the average amateur swings at approximately 93 mph. See our swing speed to distance chart for how speed translates to distance at every level.
Methodology: Yardages are compiled from published sources including Golf Monthly, Golfweek, Trackman, and official tour statistics. Numbers represent reported stock yardages and may vary based on conditions, equipment changes, and source date. Each stat shows a confidence label: Reported for directly cited numbers and Estimated for calculations based on available data. Learn more about our methodology.
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