Indian Wells Golf Resort (Players course) Hole by Hole - 11th Hole
Indian Wells Golf Resort (Players course), California
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Hole 11 at Indian Wells Golf Resort's Players course is a short but challenging par 4, with a distance of 332 yards from the championship tees. The hole has a handicap of 16, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course.
The tee shot on this hole will require precision and strategy due to its slight dogleg right shape. The fairway width is only 22 yards, so accuracy off the tee is crucial in order to avoid being blocked out for your approach shot. For an average golfer who hits their driver around 217 yards, using a shorter club such as a hybrid or long iron may be a smarter play off the tee in order to stay in play and set up an easier approach shot.
Speaking of approach shots, players should take note that there are three bunkers strategically placed around the green. However, these greenside bunkers only make up about 5% of total bunker coverage on this hole. This means that while they do pose some risk if you miss your approach shot slightly offline, they are not overly abundant and shouldn't deter you from attacking the pin.
When considering weather conditions at Indian Wells Golf Resort throughout each season, golfers should keep in mind that California's desert climate can bring hot temperatures during summer months and cooler temperatures during winter months. Additionally, winds can pick up during certain times of year which could impact ball flight conditions on this relatively short hole.
Overall, Hole 11 requires careful planning and execution both off the tee and with your approach shot in order to successfully navigate its challenges and achieve par or better scorecard result.
Teebox type: Championship
Par: 4
Distance: 332 yards
Handicap: 16
Green Area:
6909
Approx Fairway Width:
22
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
5
Bunker Count:
3
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Use a shorter club off the tee: With a narrow fairway and potential for being blocked out on the approach shot, using a shorter club such as a hybrid or long iron can help increase accuracy and keep you in play.
2. Aim for the center of the fairway: The slight dogleg right shape of this hole means that aiming towards the center of the fairway will give you the best angle for your approach shot.
3. Take note of wind conditions: Depending on when you are playing, winds may pick up and impact your ball flight. Be aware of this and adjust your club selection accordingly.
4. Avoid greenside bunkers at all costs: While there are only three bunkers around the green, they can still pose a challenge if you miss your approach shot slightly offline. Aim to avoid these bunkers at all costs to improve chances of scoring well on this hole.
5. Consider layup options: If you are not confident in hitting over hazards or reaching the green with your approach shot, consider laying up to a comfortable distance instead.
6. Plan ahead for varying weather conditions: Keep in mind that California's desert climate can bring hot temperatures during summer months and cooler temperatures during winter months which could affect ball flight distances.
7. Focus on accuracy over distance: This is not a long hole, so focus more on accuracy rather than trying to hit it as far as possible off the tee.
8. Practice precision shots from tight lies: With narrow fairways and potentially firm turf conditions due to heat, practice hitting precision shots from tight lies before playing this hole.
9. Play conservatively if necessary: Don't be afraid to take conservative shots if needed in order to avoid trouble areas or set yourself up for an easier next shot.
10.Play smart based on handicap rating: As one of the more difficult holes on this course with a handicap rating of 16, don't let ego get in the way and play smart shots that will help you score well on this hole.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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