
SCGA Member's Club at Rancho California, The Hole by Hole - 14th Hole
SCGA Member's Club at Rancho California, The, California
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Hole 14 at SCGA Member's Club at Rancho California is a challenging par 4 with a slight dogleg right. From the championship tees, this hole measures 427 yards and has a handicap of 6. The fairway is approximately 34 yards wide, providing some room for error off the tee.
The key to success on this hole is accuracy off the tee. With bunkers strategically placed along both sides of the fairway, it's important to find the narrow landing zone in order to set up an ideal approach shot. For our average golfer who hits a driver around 217 yards, we recommend aiming for the left side of the fairway in order to avoid any potential trouble on the right.
Once you've found yourself in good position off the tee, you'll be left with a mid-to-long iron approach shot into one of SCGA Member's Club's larger greens. Measuring just under 10,000 square feet, there is plenty of room to work with but precision will still be important as there are five bunkers surrounding the green.
One thing to keep in mind when approaching this green is that only about 4% of its total area is taken up by greenside bunkers - meaning there isn't much room for error if you miss your target. Our recommendation would be to take an extra club or two on your approach shot and aim for center or slightly left of center on this large green.
Weather conditions can also play a factor on Hole 14 at SCGA Member's Club throughout different seasons. In warmer weather with little wind, expect balls to fly further and potentially roll out more once they land due to lower air density at higher altitudes. On colder days or when facing strong winds coming from behind (as often happens during winter), consider taking less club than usual and playing shots low in order counteract these factors.
Overall, Hole 14 offers a great challenge for golfers of all levels. With strategic bunkering and a large green, it's important to approach this hole with strategy in mind. By aiming for the left side of the fairway off the tee and taking an extra club on your approach shot, you'll give yourself the best chance at scoring well on this demanding par 4.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
427 yards
Handicap:
6
Green Area:
9888
Approx Fairway Width:
34
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
4
Bunker Count:
5
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
Playing Tips:
1. Aim for the left side of the fairway off the tee to avoid any potential trouble on the right.
2. Use a driver if you can consistently hit it 217 yards or more, otherwise use a club that will get you as close to this distance as possible.
3. Take an extra club or two on your approach shot in order to have enough distance and accuracy to reach the green.
4. Aim for center or slightly left of center on the large green in order to avoid greenside bunkers and give yourself room for error.
5. Consider weather conditions when choosing clubs - warmer weather may require less club while colder weather may require more club due to air density and wind factors.
6. Practice precision with mid-to-long iron shots in order to successfully navigate this challenging par 4 hole.
7. Stay focused and patient throughout your round, especially on this demanding hole, as it can easily lead to frustration if not approached with strategy and patience in mind.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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