
Wilshire Country Club Hole by Hole - 6th Hole
Wilshire Country Club, California
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For the sixth hole at Wilshire Country Club, it is important to take into account the slight dogleg left and ten bunkers throughout the course. With a distance of 436 yards from the Pro teebox, strategic shot placement and club selection will be crucial for scoring well on this challenging Par 4.
Teebox type:
Pro
Par:
4
Distance:
436 yards
Handicap:
1
Green Area:
9734
Approx Fairway Width:
32
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
2
Bunker Count:
10
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
Hole 6 at Wilshire Country Club is a challenging Par 4 that requires strategic shot placement and precise club selection. The slight dogleg left can make the hole seem longer than its actual distance of 436 yards from the Pro teebox. Low handicappers should aim for a drive of at least 280+ yards to have a shorter approach shot, while high handicappers may benefit from playing it safe and hitting their drive around 200+ yards.
The ten bunkers scattered throughout the course add another layer of difficulty to this hole. With only 2% of bunker on green, players should focus on avoiding these hazards off the tee and when approaching the green. Fairway bunkers are strategically placed to catch errant drives, so accuracy off the tee will be key for all golfers.
For low handicappers, aggressive play is recommended as they look to make birdie or even eagle on this hole. However, with water not being in play here, risk-taking should be calculated as one mistake could lead to bogey or worse.
On the other hand, high handicappers should prioritize minimizing mistakes rather than chasing lower scores. Playing smart shots that avoid trouble will give them better chances at making par or bogey and staying out of double-bogey territory.
In terms of weather conditions at Wilshire Country Club, Los Angeles's warm climate means altitude won't have much impact on ball flight but wind can still come into play especially during certain seasons like spring and fall. It's important for golfers to adjust their clubs accordingly when facing windy conditions.
Overall, Hole 6 at Wilshire Country Club offers both challenges and scoring opportunities for all golfers regardless of handicap level. By taking into account each player's strengths and weaknesses along with course conditions such as wind direction and pin placement, players can navigate through this hole successfully.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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