Hole 1 at Firestone Country Club - South

Par 4 • 399 Yards • Akron, Ohio

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Challenging

The opening hole at Firestone Country Club's South Course sets an immediate tone with its challenging design featuring narrow fairways and strategically placed bunkers. This demanding starter requires precision from the first swing, as even slight misses can find golfers battling from the rough. It's a fitting introduction to one of golf's most respected championship venues.

Tees:

399y372y275y

Green:23y × 30y

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 399 yds
Green: 3982 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 76.1

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully around the 200-yard mark where the fairway is at its widest point of 41 yards. This gives you the best angle and room for error before the fairway dramatically narrows.

hazard warning

Avoid going for distance off the tee - the fairway completely disappears at 250 yards, turning into rough or hazards. Club down to ensure you stay in the short grass.

approach

Your approach shot will play around 160-200 yards to a compact green measuring just 23 by 30 yards. Club selection and accuracy are critical as this small target demands precision.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker positioned at 243 yards from the tee - this guards the ideal landing area and can catch longer drives that find the fairway edge.

green

The green's modest size of 3,982 square feet means there's little room for error on your approach. Focus on hitting the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions.

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This 399-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 399-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 1?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 1?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 1?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 1?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 1 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Firestone Country Club - South. You can play this exact 399-yard par 4 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →