George W. Dunne National Golf Course Hole by Hole - 8th Hole
George W. Dunne National Golf Course, Illinois
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Hole 8 at George W. Dunne National Golf Course is a challenging par 4 with a slight dogleg to the right. From the championship tees, it measures 390 yards and has a handicap of 11, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course.
The tee shot requires accuracy as there are two bunkers strategically placed along the fairway to catch any errant shots. The average golfer should aim for the center of the fairway with their driver, which is approximately 217 yards in distance. However, be mindful of wind conditions as this hole is susceptible to gusts that can impact ball flight.
As you approach your second shot, keep in mind that there is water located on both sides of the green. This means that club selection is crucial in order to avoid potential hazards and stay on target for an optimal score. With an average pitching wedge distance of 120 yards, most golfers will need to use a shorter iron or hybrid club off their approach.
The green itself measures at approximately 12,129 square feet and only has a small percentage (2%) dedicated to greenside bunkers. This allows for some margin for error when approaching your putt but don't underestimate its undulating features.
Overall, Hole 8 at George W. Dunne National Golf Course presents challenges throughout each stage - from tee-off through putting - requiring strategic thinking and precision from even experienced golfers.
Teebox type: Championship
Par: 4
Distance: 390 yards
Handicap: 11
Green Area:
12129
Approx Fairway Width:
47
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
2
Bunker Count:
2
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Tee shot: Aim for the center of the fairway with your driver, but be mindful of wind conditions.
2. Second shot: Use a shorter iron or hybrid club to avoid potential hazards and stay on target.
3. Approach to green: Take into account the water located on both sides of the green when selecting your club.
4. Putting: The green has undulating features, so pay attention to breaks and read putts carefully.
5. Overall strategy: This is a challenging hole, so focus on accuracy rather than distance off the tee and take conservative shots towards the green in order to avoid trouble areas such as bunkers and water hazards. Remember that even experienced golfers can struggle with this hole, so don't get discouraged if you don't score as well as you'd like.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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