Ballyowen Golf Club Hole by Hole - 15th Hole
Ballyowen Golf Club, New Jersey
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Hole 15 at Ballyowen Golf Club is a 212 yard par 3 from the championship tees. It has an handicap rating of 16, making it slightly more difficult than other holes on the course. The green area is 10011 square feet and there are three bunkers around the green, accounting for 1% of its total surface area.
In terms of club selection, golfers should use a driver off the tee to cover most of the distance and then switch to a 7 iron or pitching wedge for their approach shot depending on how far they hit them. In summer months when temperatures are high, players should be aware that altitude can cause their ball flight to travel farther so they may need to adjust accordingly with shorter clubs. During colder weather in winter months however, golfers will likely have less carry due to lower temperatures causing air density changes and therefore should use longer clubs for their shots into this hole. Additionally, wind can also play an important factor in determining club selection as gusts could either add extra yards or take away some depending on direction and strength; being mindful of these conditions will help optimize scoring opportunities here at Hole 15 at Ballyowen Golf Club.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
3
Distance:
212 yards
Handicap:
16
Green Area:
10011
Approx Fairway Width:
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Percent Bunkers Near green:
1
Bunker Count:
3
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
When it comes to approach shots, golfers should aim for the center of the green as much as possible. This will give them a better chance at sinking birdie putts and avoiding any bunkers that may be around the green. They can also use a higher lofted club if they are feeling uncomfortable with their current selection; this will help reduce chances of overshooting or landing in one of the three bunkers surrounding the green area.
Finally, when putting on this hole golfers should read their putt carefully before deciding which way to break. The large size of this 10011 square foot green means there is more room for error and therefore players should take extra time to assess slope and speed variations across its surface so that they can make an informed decision on how best to attack each putt attempt here at Hole 15 at Ballyowen Golf Club.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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