Westwoods Golf Club Hole by Hole - 18th Hole

Hole 18 at Westwoods Golf Club is a challenging par 3, measuring 132 yards from the men's championship tees and 114 yards from the women's. With a handicap of 16, this hole may seem relatively easy on paper, but it requires careful strategy and execution to score well.

The tee shot plays slightly downhill with a slight left-to-right slope. The altitude of Farmington, Connecticut (elevation ~200 ft) may cause some players to underestimate the distance needed for their tee shot. It is important for golfers to adjust accordingly by taking an extra club or hitting a smooth swing with their usual club selection.

From the tee, players will face two greenside bunkers that guard the right side of the green and back-left corner. These bunkers make up only 11% of total bunker coverage on this hole, but they are strategically placed to catch errant shots and make for difficult recoveries.

For average golfers who hit a driver around 217 yards off the tee, I recommend using a pitching wedge instead as it should provide enough distance without risking overshooting into one of those greenside bunkers. For better control over ball flight in windy conditions or when playing during colder months (October-March), consider using an iron like a seven iron which has an average carry distance of about 140 yards according to PGA Tour data analysis.

Once safely on the green, players will find themselves putting on one of Westwood Golf Club's largest putting surfaces at approximately 8,598 square feet. This means there are plenty of pin placements that could result in long putts if not approached carefully.

Overall, Hole 18 at Westwoods Golf Club offers both challenges and opportunities for scoring well depending on how strategic players are with their club selection and approach shots onto its large green surface. Pay attention to weather conditions throughout each season as wind direction can greatly impact your ball flight while playing here.