Hole 5 at Seminole Golf Club
- Par
- 3
- Yardage
- 202 yds
- Hazards
- 9 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 32 yds deep × 29 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 3 · 202 yards
The plan for No. 5
The fifth hole at Seminole Golf Club presents a deceptively challenging par 3 that embodies the course's reputation for precision golf along Florida's Atlantic coast. At 202 yards, this straight shot demands commitment and accuracy to a small, well-guarded green that punishes anything less than a pure strike. The hole's beauty lies in its apparent simplicity - no significant hazards complicate the visual, yet the compact target and coastal winds create a stern test of club selection and execution. What makes this Seminole Golf Club hole 5 memorable is how it rewards confident ball-striking while exposing any weakness in iron play, serving as a perfect example of Donald Ross's philosophy that great golf holes don't need elaborate features to challenge the world's best players.
Off the tee
From the tee, commit fully to your club selection based on wind conditions, which can be significant in this coastal Florida setting. The 202-yard distance typically calls for anything from a mid-iron to a hybrid depending on conditions and your personal yardages. Aim for the center of the green rather than chasing pins, as the small target demands conservative strategy. Take one extra club if there's any doubt about distance, as coming up short leaves more challenging recovery options than being slightly long.
Approach & recovery
Since this is a par 3, your tee shot IS your approach. Focus on smooth tempo and solid contact rather than trying to muscle the shot. The small green means precision trumps power - a well-struck shot with proper club selection will always outperform an overly aggressive swing. Pay careful attention to pin position, but don't get too aggressive chasing tucked flags on such a small target.
On the green
The small green at Seminole's 5th rewards accurate iron play but punishes missed approaches with challenging up-and-down scenarios. Once on the putting surface, focus on speed control as shorter putts on a compact green can still be tricky if you're not careful with pace. Read the coastal winds that might affect longer putts, and remember that two-putting from anywhere on this green represents solid scoring. ## RISK VS REWARD The primary risk/reward decision comes in club selection and target choice. The reward for aggressive pin-hunting is minimal compared to the risk of missing the small green entirely. Smart golfers play to the fat part of the green and accept longer putts rather than risk short-siding themselves or missing the target completely. ## DIFFERENT SKILL LEVELS **High Handicappers:** Take plenty of club and aim for the center of the green regardless of pin position. Focus on making solid contact and getting the ball airborne rather than trying to work shots or chase flags. A bogey here isn't catastrophic, but double bogey from poor course management can be. **Low Handicappers:** While you have the skills to attack pins, respect the small target and coastal conditions. Consider pin position in your strategy, but don't force low-percentage shots. Your superior distance control should allow for more aggressive plays when conditions are favorable, but course management still trumps heroics on this demanding par 3. The 5th hole at Seminole exemplifies strategic golf course design - seemingly simple but requiring thoughtful execution and disciplined course management to score well.
Watch for
- Mapped sand (greenside) roughly 218 yards from the tee reference.
- Mapped sand (greenside) roughly 209 yards from the tee reference.
- Mapped sand (greenside) roughly 193 yards from the tee reference.
- Mapped sand (greenside) roughly 186 yards from the tee reference.
- Mapped sand (greenside) roughly 176 yards from the tee reference.
Hole 5 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,317 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 202 yards.
What club should I use on this par 3?
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At 202 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.
How big is the green on hole 5?
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The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.