Westwoods Golf Club Hole by Hole - 14th Hole

Hole 14 at Westwoods Golf Club presents a challenging par 3 for both male and female golfers. From the championship tees, this hole measures 211 yards, making it one of the longest par 3s on the course. The green area is spacious at 9028 sq ft, but with a handicap of 8, it's clear that this hole requires precision and strategy.

The tee shot on Hole 14 will require a long iron or hybrid for most players. With an average drive distance of ~217 yards, using a driver off the tee may not be necessary unless there are strong tailwinds to assist in carrying the ball further. For male golfers who typically hit their driver around ~217 yards, using a club like a hybrid or even fairway wood could help them reach the green in regulation.

For women playing from their designated tees which measure at 150 yards, they will likely need to use either their driver or fairway wood off the tee to have any chance of reaching the green in regulation. This makes accuracy off the tee crucial as hitting into one of two bunkers strategically placed near the landing zone could make getting up-and-down for par difficult.

Speaking of bunkers, there are only two located on this hole but they should not be underestimated. As greenside bunkers account for just %4 percent of total bunker coverage on Hole #14 at Westwoods Golf Club (according to data), avoiding these hazards should still be top priority when planning your approach shot.

Weather conditions can greatly impact how you choose to play this hole throughout different seasons. In colder months when temperatures drop and winds pick up significantly more than other parts of Connecticut due its higher altitude location; your decision-making process should reflect accordingly by selecting clubs that allow you better control over ball flight while maintaining enough power to get close enough for birdie opportunities during warmer weather where balls tend carry longer distances without the help of wind.