Westwoods Golf Club Hole by Hole - 3rd Hole

Playing tips for Hole 3 at Westwoods Golf Club:

1. Focus on accuracy over distance: With a challenging par 3 and only one bunker to avoid, precision is key on this hole. Don't try to hit a long shot off the tee, instead focus on placing your ball in the best position for your approach shot.

2. Consider using a pitching wedge or short iron off the tee: As mentioned, our golfer's average driver distance may not be enough to reach the green from the championship tees. Use a shorter club that you feel comfortable with to ensure proper placement on the green.

3. Take elevation into account when selecting clubs: The slightly elevated altitude of Farmington can impact ball flight conditions, so make sure to adjust your club selection accordingly.

4. Pay attention to weather conditions: During warmer seasons with higher temperatures and less wind, you may have an advantage as your driver distance increases. But during colder seasons with lower temperatures and strong winds blowing from west to east (typical for Farmington), you may need to adjust your club selection accordingly.

5. Aim for the center of the green: With such a spacious green area and only one bunker guarding it, aiming for the center of the green will give you more room for error and increase your chances of avoiding trouble.

6. Avoid missing left or right: The large size of this green also means there are likely some tricky pin placements that could leave you in difficult positions if approached from certain sides. Try to avoid missing left or right off the tee and aim for a straight shot towards the center of the green.

7. Practice chipping out of bunkers beforehand: While there is only one bunker on this hole, it still poses a challenge if you do end up in it greenside due its steep lip and small size compared to other bunkers on this course. Practice chipping out of bunkers beforehand so you're prepared if you do end up in this one.

8. Trust your caddy/strategist's recommendations: As a top-ranked PGA Tour golfer, our player has the expertise and experience to provide valuable club selection recommendations based on weather conditions and their own personal game. Trust their advice and execute accordingly for the best chance at success on this hole.