Hole 1 at The Concession Golf Club
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 428 yds
- Hazards
- 5 bunkers
Hole 1 map
29 yd wide × 34 yd deep · 3.7 ft total elevation range
Light = gentler slope · Red = steeper slope
White lines: 1 foot of elevation. Arrows: downhill. General terrain, not a pin read.
Approach from bottom
Contour source
USGS 1 Meter 17 x36y304 FL_ManateeCounty_B25 · collection 2025
Map source & reference
Mapbox Satellite composite · capture date not provided. Green at the top; the labeled map reference is below.
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 428 yards
The plan for No. 1
The opening hole at The Concession Golf Club sets an appropriately welcoming tone for this Nicklaus-Jacklin masterpiece, yet demands immediate respect. This straight par 4 stretches 428 yards through the pristine Florida landscape, offering a generous fairway that encourages an aggressive tee shot. The absence of significant hazards allows golfers to swing freely, but the small green complex requires precision on the approach shot. What appears straightforward from the tee becomes increasingly challenging as players near the putting surface, where accurate iron play separates good scores from great ones. It's a fitting introduction to a course born from one of golf's greatest acts of sportsmanship, rewarding both power and finesse while establishing the strategic themes that define this championship layout.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on finding the optimal position for your approach angle. With a straight fairway layout, your target line should favor the center of the fairway, giving you the best angle into the small green. Club selection depends on your comfort level and course conditions - many players will benefit from a controlled 3-wood or hybrid rather than driver, ensuring accuracy over maximum distance. The key is leaving yourself a comfortable approach distance while maintaining control of your ball flight.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot is where this hole reveals its teeth. The small green demands pinpoint accuracy, making club selection crucial for success. Depending on your tee shot position, you'll likely face a mid-iron to long-iron approach. Focus on the center of the green rather than chasing pin positions, as the compact putting surface leaves little room for error. Pay attention to wind conditions, which can significantly affect ball flight in Florida's coastal climate.
On the green
The small green requires careful attention to speed control and reading subtle breaks. Without major hazards protecting it, the green's defense comes from its size and potential for challenging pin positions. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as getting above the hole on a small green can create difficult downhill putts. Study the green's slopes during your approach to better understand the putting surface.
Watch for
- Use mapped hazard edges on the course map for this hole.
Hole 1 Green Complex & Slope
USGS 3DEP terrain analysis
Green size: 4,543 sq ft
Course and tournament history
Historical context for the course and venue. Each entry identifies the event or course it describes.
1969 · Jack Nicklaus
On the 18th hole of the final match of the 1969 Ryder Cup at Royal Birkdale, Jack Nicklaus holed his four-foot putt for par
Source →2006 · Jack Nicklaus
Its name is a reference to a famous moment in the 1969 Ryder Cup when Nicklaus conceded a three-foot putt to Jacklin, where the United States team already had scored enough points to retain the Cup (through a tie), but Jacklin missing the putt would have made a difference between a tie and an outright win by the United States team
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Course coverage
Tournament and creator videos about The Concession Golf Club — shared course coverage, not hole-specific clips.
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Creator videos about this course
YouTube creators who filmed or featured The Concession Golf Club. · Stats as of Oct 12, 2026 · 6d ago
WGC Slopes: The Concession Golf Club
How did Hole 1 play?
How did this hole play today?
Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 428 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 428-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 1?
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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.
How big is the green on hole 1?
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The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.