PGA WEST (Norman course) Hole by Hole - 15th Hole
PGA WEST (Norman course), California
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Welcome to hole 15 at PGA WEST (Norman course), one of the most challenging par 4's on the course. Located in beautiful La Quinta, California, this hole measures 431 yards from the championship tees and has a handicap rating of 12. The slight dogleg right requires a well-placed tee shot to set up an approach to the green.
With fairway widths measuring at around 58 yards, accuracy off the tee is crucial. For an average golfer who hits their driver about 217 yards, it may be wise to consider using a fairway wood or long iron off the tee for better control and positioning. This will also help avoid any potential trouble with bunkers that line both sides of the fairway.
The approach shot on this hole can be tricky as well, with water hazards not coming into play but greenside bunkers making up only about 1% of total bunker count. However, these bunkers are strategically placed near the front and sides of the green which makes it important to choose your club wisely for your approach shot.
In terms of weather conditions throughout different seasons, altitude and temperature should not have much impact on ball flight since La Quinta is located at sea level. However, wind can play a factor especially during certain times of year when winds pick up in this desert region.
For an average golfer hitting their pitching wedge around 120 yards and their seven iron around 140 yards, choosing a club that allows for enough distance while still being able to clear any potential hazards would be ideal for approaching this green.
Overall, hole fifteen at PGA WEST (Norman course) offers both challenges and opportunities for those looking to improve their scoring strategy. With proper club selection and accurate shots off the tee and onto the green, players can confidently tackle this tough par four with hopes for success.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
431 yards
Handicap:
12
Green Area:
9059
Approx Fairway Width:
58
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
1
Bunker Count:
16
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Use a fairway wood or long iron off the tee for better control and positioning.
2. Aim for accuracy over distance when teeing off due to narrow fairways.
3. Be aware of the bunkers lining both sides of the fairway and avoid them with careful shot placement.
4. Choose your approach club wisely, taking into account strategically placed greenside bunkers near the front and sides of the green.
5. Consider wind conditions, especially during certain times of year when winds can pick up in this desert region.
6. Take advantage of relatively flat terrain and sea level altitude by focusing on accurate shots rather than adjusting for altitude or temperature changes.
7. When approaching the green, choose a club that allows enough distance while still being able to clear any potential hazards such as greenside bunkers.
8. Have confidence in your ability to tackle this challenging par four with proper club selection and accurate shots off the tee and onto the green.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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