Rock Spring Club Hole by Hole - 2nd Hole
Rock Spring Club, New Jersey
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Hole 2 at Rock Spring Club is a challenging par 4 that requires both accuracy and distance off the tee. From the championship tees, this hole measures 385 yards with a slight dogleg right. The fairway is approximately 37 yards wide, giving players some room for error, but not much.
The key to success on this hole will be avoiding the two bunkers strategically placed along the fairway and finding a good position for your approach shot. With only 2% of greenside bunkers as a percentage of total area, there is minimal risk around the green.
However, water comes into play on this hole which can add an extra level of difficulty. The green itself measures at just over 5,700 square feet and has subtle undulations that require precise putting.
Depending on weather conditions, players may need to adjust their club selection accordingly. At an altitude of approximately sea level in West Orange, New Jersey (07052), golfers should keep in mind how temperature and wind may affect ball flight when selecting clubs for their tee shot and approach.
For average golfers hitting driver ~217 yards off the tee, it would be wise to aim towards the left side of the fairway to avoid any potential trouble on the right side near water or bunkers. A well-placed drive could leave you with a mid-iron approach from about ~140 yards out or less depending on conditions.
For those who hit shorter drives (~200 yards), aiming towards center-right of the fairway could provide an ideal angle for approaching this slightly elevated green with more lofted clubs like pitching wedge (~120 yards) or even sand wedge if needed.
Overall, Hole 2 at Rock Spring Club presents challenges but also opportunities for scoring well with strategic planning and execution from both tee shots and approaches based on individual player strengths/weaknesses as well as course/weather factors throughout each season (spring/summer/fall/winter).
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
385 yards
Handicap:
3
Green Area:
5773
Approx Fairway Width:
37
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
Here are some playing tips for the average golfer on Hole 2 at Rock Spring Club:
1. Accuracy over distance: This hole requires both accuracy and distance off the tee, but for the average golfer, it is better to prioritize accuracy. Aim towards the left side of the fairway to avoid potential trouble on the right with water and bunkers.
2. Adjust club selection based on conditions: Keep in mind how temperature and wind may affect ball flight when selecting clubs for your tee shot and approach. If there is a strong headwind or tailwind, adjust accordingly.
3. Avoid bunkers strategically placed along fairway: With only 2% greenside bunkers as a percentage of total area, there is minimal risk around the green. However, make sure to avoid any bunkers along the fairway that could hinder your approach shot.
4. Find a good position for your approach shot: A well-placed drive could leave you with a mid-iron approach from about ~140 yards out or less depending on conditions. For shorter drives (~200 yards), aiming towards center-right of the fairway could provide an ideal angle for approaching this slightly elevated green.
5. Consider using more lofted clubs for approach shots: The green has subtle undulations that require precise putting, so consider using more lofted clubs like pitching wedge (~120 yards) or even sand wedge if needed to control your shots onto the green.
6. Take note of water hazards: Water comes into play on this hole which can add an extra level of difficulty. Make sure to take note of its location before making any decisions during gameplay.
7 . Plan ahead based on individual strengths/weaknesses and course/weather factors throughout each season (spring/summer/fall/winter): Use strategic planning and execution based on individual player strengths/weaknesses as well as course/weather factors throughout each season to optimize scoring opportunities on this challenging par 4.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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