Standard Country Club, The Hole by Hole - 11th Hole

Hole 11 at The Standard Country Club is a challenging par 5 that requires strategic planning and precise execution. From the championship tees, this hole measures 584 yards and has a handicap of 6, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course.

The fairway width is relatively narrow at only 30 yards, so accuracy off the tee is crucial. A slight dogleg left adds to the difficulty as players must carefully navigate their drive around trees and bunkers to set up an ideal approach shot.

For average golfers who hit their driver around 217 yards, it may be wise to lay up with a shorter club off the tee in order to avoid trouble and give yourself a better chance at reaching the green in regulation. However, for longer hitters who can reach distances closer to those seen on tour (around 300 yards), taking on this riskier drive may be worth it for a potential eagle opportunity.

Once you've successfully navigated your way down the fairway, you'll be faced with your second shot onto a green that measures just under half an acre (5896 sq ft). With only four bunkers scattered throughout this large green complex and greenside bunkers accounting for just over one percent of total bunker coverage, avoiding these hazards should not pose too much of an issue.

However, depending on pin placement and wind conditions (which can vary greatly across seasons in Louisville), choosing which club to hit into this large green will require careful consideration. For instance, during hot summer months when temperatures are high and winds are calm or non-existent due to humidity levels rising above normal averages (~85%), using extra lofted clubs like pitching wedge (~120 yds) or even sand wedge (~100 yds) could help control ball flight while still allowing enough distance needed towards front/back/middle pins located within its spacious layout - especially if altitude impacts ball flight by reducing spin rates from ~2,500 to ~2,300 rpm due to air density changes.

Overall, Hole 11 at The Standard Country Club is a challenging yet rewarding par 5 that will require both strategic planning and skilled execution. With careful club selection and smart course management, this hole can be conquered by players of all skill levels.