Bradenton Country Club Hole by Hole - 13th Hole
Bradenton Country Club, Florida
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Hole 13 at Bradenton Country Club is a challenging par 4 that requires strategy and precision. Located in the beautiful city of Bradenton, Florida, this hole is part of a championship course with an overall distance of 408 yards from the Championship tees.
The tee shot on Hole 13 is crucial as it sets up the approach to a well-guarded green. With a slight dogleg left and water on the right side, accuracy off the tee is essential. The average golfer should aim for a drive of about 217 yards to safely land in the fairway and avoid any potential hazards.
As you make your way down the fairway, take note of its width which measures approximately 45 yards. This gives players some room for error but still requires careful consideration when selecting clubs for their approach shot.
Speaking of clubs, based on inferred data and statistics provided by our #1 ranked PGA Tour Golfer, we recommend using a driver off the tee for maximum distance followed by either a pitching wedge or 7 iron depending on your comfort level with each club's yardage (120-140 yards respectively). These recommendations will give you an optimal chance at reaching this long par 4 in regulation.
However, keep in mind that local weather conditions can greatly impact ball flight. During summer months when temperatures are high and humidity levels are elevated due to Florida's tropical climate, balls tend to fly further than usual. On the other hand, during winter months when temperatures drop significantly along with wind speeds increasing due to cold fronts moving through this region - shots may require more club selection which could also help mitigate any potential challenges presented by altitude changes throughout play.
Approaching Hole 13's putting surface means navigating around five bunkers strategically placed around its perimeter; however these greenside bunkers only account for about one percent relative difficulty compared against total area so don't let them intimidate you too much! Instead focus on landing your approach shot on the green's 7431 square feet of surface area, which is slightly larger than average for a par 4 hole.
Lastly, keep in mind that Hole 13 has a handicap number of eight, making it one of the more challenging holes on this course. But with careful planning and execution, you can overcome any obstacles and hopefully walk away with a satisfying score. Good luck!
Teebox type: Championship
Par: 4
Distance: 408 yards
Handicap: 8
Green Area:
7431
Approx Fairway Width:
45
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
1
Bunker Count:
5
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Accuracy off the tee is crucial on this hole, so aim for a drive of approximately 217 yards to avoid any potential hazards and set up a good approach shot.
2. Take note of the fairway width, which measures about 45 yards. This gives some room for error but still requires careful consideration when selecting clubs for your approach shot.
3. Based on data and statistics from our #1 ranked PGA Tour Golfer, use a driver off the tee followed by either a pitching wedge or 7 iron depending on your comfort level with each club's yardage (120-140 yards respectively).
4. Be aware that local weather conditions can greatly impact ball flight, especially during summer months when balls tend to fly further than usual due to high temperatures and humidity levels in Florida.
5. Keep an eye out for altitude changes throughout play and adjust club selection accordingly if necessary.
6. Approach shots should be aimed at landing on the green's larger-than-average surface area of 7431 square feet.
7. Don't let the five greenside bunkers intimidate you too much as they only account for about one percent relative difficulty compared against total area.
8. Remember that Hole 13 has a handicap number of eight, making it one of the more challenging holes on this course - but with careful planning and execution, you can overcome any obstacles and score well!
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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