Three Jack

Slang term for taking three putts on a single green, derived from the unfortunate experience of failing to get the ball in the hole in two putts. Three-jacking represents one of golf's most frustrating scoring scenarios, often occurring when a player leaves their first putt short or long, then misses the subsequent attempt. This term is commonly used among golfers to describe putting struggles and is often associated with poor distance control or reading greens incorrectly. Avoiding three-jacks is essential for maintaining competitive scores and building putting confidence.