Hole 17 at The Concession Golf Club
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 590 yds
- Hazards
- 8 bunkers · Water
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Green size: 38 yds deep × 28 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 5 · 590 yards
The plan for No. 17
The Concession Golf Club hole 17 presents a formidable 590-yard par 5 that demands both power and precision from the championship tees. This straight-away test features a deceptively open fairway that narrows strategically as golfers approach the small, well-protected green complex. The hole's relatively hazard-free layout might suggest simplicity, but its true challenge lies in the demanding three-shot approach most players face to reach the compact putting surface in regulation. Co-designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin, this penultimate hole exemplifies the course's philosophy of rewarding strategic thinking over brute force. The small green requires pinpoint accuracy on the approach shot, making distance control paramount for birdie opportunities and avoiding the inevitable three-putt that can derail a round.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should focus on finding the fairway center and setting up the ideal angle for your second shot. With the straight layout, driver is often the right choice for most players, as distance off the tee significantly impacts your approach options. Aim for the middle of the fairway to ensure you have the best possible lie for your layup or go-for-it decision. The generous landing area allows for an aggressive swing, but maintain your tempo to ensure solid contact and optimal distance.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot presents the hole's primary strategic decision point. Longer hitters reaching in two must account for the small green size, which demands pinpoint accuracy with long irons or hybrids. Consider the pin position carefully - attacking tucked pins on such a compact target requires exceptional confidence in your distance control. For layup shots, position yourself around 100-120 yards out to leave a comfortable wedge into the green. This distance allows for precise spin control and gives you the best chance to attack any pin position on the small putting surface.
On the green
The small green at the 17th rewards precise approach shots but punishes anything offline. Focus on hitting the center of the green when the pin is tucked, as the limited real estate makes recovery difficult from poor positions. Putting strategy should emphasize speed control, as the compact surface can make distance judgment tricky. Read putts carefully from below the hole, as uphill putts on smaller greens often play slower than they appear.
Watch for
- Use mapped hazard edges on the course map for this hole.
Hole 17 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 5,023 sq ft
Course and tournament history
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1969 · Jack Nicklaus
The course wasn’t what I wondered if anybody knew about
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 590 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 590 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.
How difficult is hole 17?
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This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5, water in play, heavily bunkered.
How big is the green on hole 17?
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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 17?
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This hole is a true three-shot hole where birdie requires execution. This longer par 5 demands patience. Two good shots set up the scoring opportunity.