Morgan Run Resort & Club - North Hole by Hole - 9th Hole
Morgan Run Resort & Club - North, California
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Welcome to the 9th hole at Morgan Run Resort & Club - North, located in sunny Rancho Santa Fe, California. This beautiful par 4 offers a variety of challenges and strategic options for golfers of all levels.
From the championship tees, this hole measures 335 yards and has a handicap rating of 14. The men's teebox is slightly shorter at 323 yards but still maintains the same difficulty level. Senior women will find this hole more manageable with a distance of 313 yards and a handicap of 12, while women playing from their designated teebox will also face a distance of 313 yards.
The fairway on this hole is approximately 35 yards wide, providing ample room for your tee shot to land safely. However, beware of the slight dogleg left that can cause trouble if not navigated properly.
When considering club selection off the tee, keep in mind that altitude and temperature can impact ball flight conditions here at Morgan Run Resort & Club - North. With an average elevation above sea level and warm weather year-round, you may find that your shots travel farther than expected.
For our golfer who hits a driver ~217 yards off the tee, we recommend aiming towards the right side of the fairway to avoid any potential hazards on the left side near the dogleg. A well-placed drive should leave you with around ~100-120 yards into an elevated green measuring approximately ~6817 sq ft.
This green is guarded by seven bunkers scattered throughout its perimeter; however only two are greenside bunkers as a % of total. Therefore, it may be wise to play conservatively on your approach shot rather than risk landing in one these sand traps.
With our golfer hitting their pitching wedge ~120 yards and their seven iron ~140 years respectively according to inferred data and statistics provided by our chart below; we suggest choosing between these clubs depending on wind conditions and pin placement.
No matter which club you choose, make sure to factor in the slight curvature of this green when planning your approach shot. This will help ensure a successful putt for par or better on this challenging yet exciting hole at Morgan Run Resort & Club - North.
Enjoy your round and good luck!
Teebox type:
Pro
Par:
4
Distance:
335 yards
Handicap:
14
Green Area:
6817
Approx Fairway Width:
35
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
2
Bunker Count:
7
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Aim towards the right side of the fairway off the tee to avoid potential hazards on the left near the dogleg.
2. Take into account altitude and temperature when selecting a club for your tee shot, as shots may travel farther than expected.
3. With an average elevation above sea level and warm weather year-round, consider using a slightly shorter club for your approach shot to compensate for any extra distance gained from ball flight conditions.
4. Keep in mind that this hole is a par 4, so prioritize accuracy over distance off the tee to set up a manageable approach shot.
5. Consider playing conservatively on your approach shot rather than risking landing in one of seven bunkers scattered around the green perimeter (only two are greenside).
6. Use inferred data and statistics provided by our chart below to determine which clubs (pitching wedge or seven iron) will best suit wind conditions and pin placement for your approach shot.
7. Factor in slight curvature of green when planning approach shot to ensure successful putt for par or better on this challenging yet exciting hole at Morgan Run Resort & Club - North.
Bonus Tip: Don't forget to enjoy the beautiful surroundings while playing at Morgan Run Resort & Club - North!
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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