Hole 1 at The Concession Golf Club

Par 4 • 428 Yards • Bradenton, Florida

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The opening hole at The Concession Golf Club sets the tone for a round at this storied venue, co-designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin following their legendary act of sportsmanship at the 1969 Ryder Cup. This straightforward par 4 demands precision from the first tee, embodying the spirit of respectful competition that inspired the course's name.

Tees:

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Green:25y × 34y

Fairway @250y:37y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 428 yds
Green: 4543 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 155
Course Rating: 77.6

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

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This hole presents a unique strategic challenge with no traditional fairway landing areas. The course features bunkers positioned at 262.9, 282.4, and 316.6 yards, creating a gauntlet that demands precise club selection and course management.

tee shot

With bunkers strategically placed at 262.9 and 282.4 yards, most golfers should consider laying up with a mid-iron or hybrid to position the ball around 240-250 yards, avoiding the hazard cluster while leaving a manageable approach distance.

approach

From a conservative tee shot position, you'll face approximately a 180-190 yard approach to a generous green measuring 4,543 square feet. This sizable target (25y x 34y) rewards accuracy over distance, making it worth sacrificing tee shot length for proper positioning.

tee shot

Longer hitters attempting to challenge the bunker at 316.6 yards must execute a perfect drive of 320+ yards to clear all hazards. Given the risk-reward ratio on this 428-yard par 4, this aggressive play is rarely justified unless tournament conditions demand it.

green

The green's substantial dimensions of 25 yards by 34 yards provide multiple pin positions and recovery options. Focus on hitting the correct tier or section of the green rather than attacking tight pin positions, as the generous surface allows for strategic lag putting.

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This 428-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 428-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 1?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 1?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 1?

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 1?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 1 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for The Concession Golf Club. You can play this exact 428-yard par 4 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 →