Hole 9 at The Concession Golf Club
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 434 yds
- Hazards
- 2 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 35 yds deep × 26 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 434 yards
The plan for No. 9
The ninth hole at The Concession Golf Club serves as a demanding finale to the front nine, embodying the championship pedigree of this Nicklaus-Jacklin collaboration. This straight par 4 stretches 434 yards and carries the course's most challenging handicap rating, demanding precision from tee to green. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but accuracy becomes paramount as golfers approach the compact green complex. With minimal hazards to navigate, the hole's true defense lies in its length and the premium placed on approach shot execution. The small green requires pinpoint iron play, rewarding those who can control distance and trajectory. As players transition to the back nine at this storied Florida venue, the ninth hole stands as a testament to strategic golf design, where course management trumps raw power in pursuit of par.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on finding the optimal position in the landing zone while avoiding the fairway bunkers that guard the driving area. From the tee, aim for the center-left portion of the fairway to set up the best angle into the small green. Driver is typically the right play for longer hitters who can carry the bunkers, but shorter hitters should consider a 3-wood or hybrid to ensure they stay in the short grass. The key is committing to your target line and avoiding the temptation to over-swing. Florida's firm conditions mean the ball will run after landing, so factor this into your club selection. Pay attention to wind direction, as coastal breezes can significantly affect ball flight on this exposed hole.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot to this small green is where the hole's true challenge reveals itself. With limited green surface to work with, precision trumps power. Most players will face a mid-iron to long-iron depending on their driving distance and pin position. The key is selecting enough club to reach the back edge of the green, as coming up short often means a difficult up-and-down. Study the pin position carefully - when the flag is tucked behind bunkers or on the edges of this small target, the smart play is to aim for the center of the green and take your two-putt par. The green's subtle undulations can create challenging putts if you're on the wrong tier, so course management becomes crucial on the approach.
On the green
The small green at the 9th presents its own set of challenges, with subtle breaks that can fool even experienced players. Florida's Bermuda grass surfaces tend to be grainy, so pay attention to the direction of grass growth when reading putts. Generally, putts will break toward any nearby water features or the lowest point around the green. When facing longer putts on this compact surface, focus on speed control rather than trying to hole everything. The green's size means three-putts can happen quickly if you're not careful with pace. Practice putts should focus on getting a feel for the grain and any subtle slopes that aren't immediately visible.
Watch for
- Use mapped hazard edges on the course map for this hole.
Hole 9 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,113 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 434 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 434-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 9?
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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 9?
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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.
What's a good score on hole 9?
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This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.