PGA WEST (Norman course) Hole by Hole - 2nd Hole
PGA WEST (Norman course), California
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Hole 2 at PGA WEST (Norman course) is a challenging par 5 that requires precision and strategy. Located in La Quinta, California with an altitude of approximately 92 feet above sea level, this hole can be impacted by weather conditions across the four seasons.
Measuring at 526 yards from the championship tees, this hole has a handicap of 13 which indicates it is one of the more difficult holes on the course. The slight dogleg left shape adds to its difficulty as players must navigate around trees and strategically placed bunkers.
Off the tee, our recommended club for an average golfer would be a driver (~217 yards). This will leave them with approximately ~309 yards to reach the green in regulation. However, considering potential wind factors and elevation changes throughout each season, adjusting clubs accordingly may be necessary.
As players approach their second shot towards the green area measuring at 7646 sq ft, they should take into account any prevailing winds or temperature changes that could affect ball flight. Our suggested club for this approach would be a long iron or hybrid (~140-150 yards).
The green itself does not have any greenside bunkers as a % of total but does have some undulations that could make putting challenging. Players should aim to land their shots below the pin to avoid uphill putts.
Overall, Hole 2 at PGA WEST (Norman course) presents golfers with strategic challenges throughout all aspects of play - off the tee and onto the green. With proper club selection and careful consideration of weather conditions and elevation changes, players can successfully navigate this beautiful yet demanding par 5 hole.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
5
Distance:
526 yards
Handicap:
13
Green Area:
7646
Approx Fairway Width:
41
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
0
Bunker Count:
0
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Off the tee, aim for the center of the fairway to avoid any trees or strategically placed bunkers on either side.
2. Consider adjusting clubs based on weather conditions and elevation changes throughout each season.
3. For an average golfer, using a driver (~217 yards) off the tee will leave approximately ~309 yards to reach the green in regulation.
4. Take into account prevailing winds and temperature changes when approaching your second shot towards the green area.
5. Use a long iron or hybrid (~140-150 yards) for your approach shot towards the green.
6. Aim to land your approach shot below the pin to avoid uphill putts on this undulating green.
7. Be mindful of potential wind factors when putting on this challenging green without any greenside bunkers as a % of total.
8. Strategize carefully and use precision with all aspects of play - off the tee and onto the green - due to its difficulty as indicated by its handicap of 13.
9. Remember that proper club selection is key in navigating this beautiful yet demanding par 5 hole at PGA WEST (Norman course).
10.Be patient and stay focused while playing Hole 2 at PGA WEST (Norman course), as it presents strategic challenges throughout all aspects of play but can be conquered with careful planning and execution.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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