George W. Dunne National Golf Course Hole by Hole - 3rd Hole
George W. Dunne National Golf Course, Illinois
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Welcome to the third hole at George W. Dunne National Golf Course, a par 3 that requires precision and strategy from the tee box.
From the championship tees, this hole measures 165 yards and has a handicap of 17. The pro tees are slightly shorter at 145 yards, while the men's and women's tees measure in at 125 and 115 yards respectively. No matter which set of tees you choose, all golfers will face similar challenges on this hole.
The green area is spacious with a total size of 14402 square feet, but don't let that fool you - there are still strategic elements to consider when approaching this green. With two bunkers strategically placed near the front left and right sides of the green, accuracy off the tee is crucial in avoiding these hazards.
In addition to bunkers, water also comes into play on this hole as it runs along the entire right side of the fairway. This makes club selection important as hitting too long could result in your ball finding its way into trouble.
As for weather conditions throughout different seasons, altitude may not have much impact here but temperature and wind can certainly affect your shots. During warmer months with higher temperatures, balls tend to travel further so be mindful when selecting clubs for your approach shot. Windy conditions can also make club selection difficult as gusts can push or pull your ball off course.
Based on average distances for our golfer (driver ~217 yards; 7 iron ~140 yards; pitching wedge ~120 yards), we recommend using either a driver or long iron off the tee depending on how comfortable you are with each club's accuracy. For your approach shot, take note of any wind direction before choosing between an iron or wedge based on distance needed to reach this well-protected green.
Overall,this par three offers both challenge and beauty making it one of our favorites here at George W.Dunne National Golf Course. Keep these tips in mind and you'll be on your way to a successful round. Good luck!
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
3
Distance:
165 yards
Handicap:
17
Green Area:
14402
Approx Fairway Width:
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Percent Bunkers Near green:
8
Bunker Count:
2
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Choose the appropriate tee based on your skill level to ensure a fair challenge for this par 3 hole.
2. Take note of the distance and hazards (bunkers and water) before selecting your club off the tee.
3. Aim for accuracy over distance when hitting off the tee to avoid trouble with bunkers and water.
4. Consider using a long iron or driver off the tee depending on your comfort level with each club's accuracy.
5. Pay attention to wind direction as it can greatly affect your shots, especially during windy conditions.
6. Use an iron or wedge for your approach shot, taking into account any wind direction and necessary distance to reach the green.
7. Be mindful of temperature during warmer months as balls tend to travel further in higher temperatures - adjust club selection accordingly.
8. Focus on precision when approaching this well-protected green - aim for the center rather than trying to hit close to pins near bunkers or water hazards.
9. Don't let yourself be intimidated by this challenging hole - stay focused and confident in your abilities while keeping these tips in mind!
10.Be sure to enjoy the beauty of this hole while strategizing - after all, golf is meant to be both challenging and enjoyable!
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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