Hole 9 at The Concession Golf Club

Par 4434 Yards • Bradenton, Florida

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As you reach the turn at The Concession Golf Club, hole 9 embodies the spirit of sportsmanship that inspired this Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin co-design. Named after Nicklaus's famous gesture to Jacklin at the 1969 Ryder Cup, this demanding par-4 requires the same precision and respect that defined their legendary friendship.

Tees:
434y434y386y372y274y
Green:17y × 37y
Fairway @250y:42y wide
2 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
4
Yardage
434 yds
Green
4113 sq ft
Bunkers
2
Course Slope
155
Course Rating
77.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center of the fairway with your driver, as the landing zone offers a generous 53-yard width at 200 yards. This positioning sets up the ideal angle for your approach to the relatively small green.

tee shot

For longer hitters, be aware that the fairway narrows slightly to 49 yards at 250 yards. Consider a controlled 3-wood or hybrid if you typically drive 260+ yards to ensure you stay in the short grass.

approach

With the green measuring just 4,113 square feet (17x37 yards), precision is crucial on your approach shot. Club selection and accuracy are more important than distance on this compact target.

hazard warning

Be mindful of the bunker positioned at 310.7 yards from the tee. While most players won't reach it off the tee, errant shots or aggressive play could find this sand trap.

approach

Plan your approach carefully to avoid the greenside bunker at 416.6 yards. From a good drive position around 250 yards, you'll have approximately 184 yards to the pin, making this a mid-iron approach that demands accuracy over the compact putting surface.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 434-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

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 small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 9?

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 9 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 434-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

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