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Westwoods Golf Club Hole by Hole - 15th Hole

Westwoods Golf Club, Connecticut

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Hole 15 at Westwoods Golf Club is a challenging par 4 that requires both distance and accuracy off the tee. Located in Farmington, Connecticut, this hole plays from the championship tees at 348 yards for men and 304 yards for women. With a handicap of 10, it's important to have a solid game plan to tackle this hole.

The fairway on hole 15 is relatively wide with an approximate width of 40 yards. However, there are four strategically placed bunkers along the fairway that can come into play for longer hitters or those who tend to stray from their target line. Additionally, there are greenside bunkers as a small percentage of total area around the green.

Altitude and weather conditions can greatly impact ball flight on this hole throughout the year. In warmer seasons with higher temperatures and lower altitudes, players may experience more roll out on their drives due to firmer ground conditions. On colder days or at higher altitudes, shots may not travel as far through the air but will still have some roll out once they hit the ground.

For average golfers hitting driver ~217 yards off the tee, it's recommended to aim towards the left side of this slight dogleg left hole in order to avoid any potential trouble with bunkers on either side of the fairway. This should leave them with a shorter approach shot into one of Westwoods' larger greens which measures approximately over ten thousand square feet.

Based on average distances for an iron (~140 yards) and pitching wedge (~120 yards), it would be wise for golfers to lay up short of any hazards near or around the green rather than trying to go for it in two shots if they're unable reach these yardages consistently.

Overall, Hole 15 at Westwoods Golf Club presents challenges that require precision off both tee box and approach shot placement while keeping an eye out for well-placed hazards along the way. With proper strategy and execution, golfers can aim to score well on this hole regardless of their skill level.

Teebox type:

Men's

Par:

4

Distance:

348 yards

Handicap:

10

Green Area:

10993

Approx Fairway Width:

40

Has Water:

False

Curvature:

Slight dogleg

Percent Bunkers Near green:

2

Bunker Count:

4

Bunkers:

Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.

Club Recommendations

1. Aim for the left side of the fairway off the tee to avoid potential trouble with bunkers on either side.

2. Consider using a club that will leave you with a comfortable distance for your approach shot, rather than trying to hit it as far as possible.

3. Take into account altitude and weather conditions when choosing your club and planning your shots.

4. If unable to consistently reach distances of 140 yards (iron) or 120 yards (pitching wedge), consider laying up short of any hazards near or around the green instead of going for it in two shots.

5. Pay attention to the placement of greenside bunkers when approaching the green and aim for areas without hazards if possible.

6. Keep an eye out for well-placed hazards throughout the hole and adjust your strategy accordingly.

7. Focus on accuracy over distance off both tee box and approach shots in order to successfully navigate this challenging par 4 hole.

8. Be mindful of firm ground conditions during warmer seasons, which may result in more roll out on drives, while colder days or higher altitudes may decrease ball flight but still allow some roll out once hitting the ground.

"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan

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