
Westwoods Golf Club Hole by Hole - 6th Hole
Westwoods Golf Club, Connecticut
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Hole 6 at Westwoods Golf Club is a challenging par 3 that will test both your distance and accuracy. Located in Farmington, Connecticut, this hole measures 204 yards from the Men's Championship tees and 154 yards from the Women's tees. The handicap for this hole is a moderate 7, indicating that it can be difficult but not impossible to score well on.
The tee shot on Hole 6 requires a long iron or hybrid for most golfers. With an average drive of only ~217 yards, our golfer should aim to hit their driver about halfway towards the green. This will leave them with a manageable approach shot of around ~100-120 yards using either their pitching wedge or possibly even their sand wedge depending on wind conditions.
Speaking of wind conditions, players should take note of how altitude and temperature may affect ball flight on this hole. At an elevation of over 500 feet above sea level in Farmington, Connecticut, shots will tend to fly slightly further than they would at sea level due to thinner air density. Additionally, colder temperatures during fall/winter months could lead to less carry distance off the tee compared to warmer spring/summer rounds.
Once you've successfully navigated your way onto the green at Hole 6, you'll find yourself facing one last challenge: putting on its large surface area measuring approximately ~8168 sq ft! Fortunately there are no greenside bunkers present which means you can focus solely on reading your putt without worrying about any hazards lurking nearby.
In summary:
- Use a long iron or hybrid off the tee aiming for roughly half-way towards the green (~110 yds)
- Take into account potential effects of altitude & temperature when selecting clubs
- No need to worry about bunkers as there are none surrounding this large green
Teebox type:
Men's
Par:
3
Distance:
204 yards
Handicap:
7
Green Area:
8168
Approx Fairway Width:
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Percent Bunkers Near green:
0
Bunker Count:
0
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
- Use a long iron or hybrid off the tee to ensure enough distance for the hole
- Aim for about halfway towards the green (~110 yards) to leave a manageable approach shot
- Take into account potential effects of altitude and temperature on ball flight
- Consider using pitching wedge or sand wedge for approach shot depending on wind conditions
- Read your putt carefully as the large green (~8168 sq ft) may have subtle breaks and slopes.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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