Hole 9 at Pelican Golf Club

Par 3 • 151 Yards • Belleair, Florida

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Pelican Golf Club hole 9 delivers a pure test of precision, demanding accuracy over aesthetics. This par 3 stretches 151 yards through a straight line to the green, offering no room for compromise. A single greenside bunker guards the putting surface, punishing any tee shot that drifts off target and forcing golfers to commit fully to their club selection. The straightforward layout deceives many—there's nowhere to hide when the shot goes astray. Success here hinges on trusting the yardage, reading the wind off the Belleair coastline, and executing a clean, confident strike. It's a hole where discipline trumps power, rewarding golfers who respect its simplicity and punishing those who don't.

Tees:

151y

Green:32y × 36y

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 151 yds
Green: 5597 sq ft
Bunkers: 1

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

A bunker sits at 149.8 yards, almost exactly pin-high with this 151-yard hole, so any shot that comes up even slightly short will likely find the sand—club up rather than short-side yourself.

tee shot

At just 151 yards, most players will hit a mid-to-short iron; take one extra club to ensure you carry the 149.8-yard bunker and land pin-high rather than short.

green

The medium-sized green (5,597 sq ft, 32 yards wide by 36 yards deep) offers a reasonable target, but with the bunker guarding the front, favor the center or back portion of the green to avoid trouble.

approach

Since the green depth is 36 yards, take note of pin position—front pins bring the 149.8-yard bunker into play, while back pins allow a safer, fuller swing to the 151-yard target.

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Scoring Tip

Short par 3s reward precision. Pick the right club for the front-center of the green and trust your swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 151 yards, most golfers will need a mid-iron (7-iron to 8-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 9?

This hole is a solid par with birdie chances for precise approach shots. Making par is a good result here. Focus on hitting the green and avoiding three-putts.

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Can I practice hole 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Pelican Golf Club. You can play this exact par 3 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →