Hole 4 at Philadelphia Cricket Club

Par 4 • 517 Yards • Flourtown, Pennsylvania

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The fourth hole at Philadelphia Cricket Club presents a deceptive challenge that belies its mid-tier handicap ranking. At 517 yards, this par 4 demands both distance and precision from the championship tees, making it one of the longer two-shot holes on this storied Flourtown layout. The straight design offers no hiding places, requiring golfers to execute two quality strikes to reach the small, well-defended green in regulation. The tee shot must find the optimal position in the fairway to set up a manageable approach to the compact putting surface. With minimal hazards to distract, success depends purely on shot execution and course management. This hole rewards aggressive play from accomplished golfers while punishing wayward shots with difficult recovery positions.

Tees:

517y487y487y464y464y410y

Green:30y × 26y

Fairway @250y:35y wide

10 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 517 yds
Green: 4937 sq ft
Bunkers: 10
Course Slope: 138
Course Rating: 74.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This long par 4 requires a strategic tee shot to a fairway that measures 37 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. Position your drive in the left-center portion of the fairway to avoid the bunker positioned at 245 yards and set up the best angle for your approach.

approach

At 517 yards, this hole will likely require a long iron or hybrid for your second shot. The fairway narrows slightly to 34 yards at the 250-yard mark, so accuracy becomes even more critical as you approach the green.

hazard warning

Beware of the strategically placed bunker at 245 yards from the tee - this catches many aggressive drives. A controlled 220-230 yard tee shot keeps you safely short while still leaving a manageable approach distance.

green

The green measures 30 yards deep by 26 yards wide (4,937 sq ft), providing a generous target for approach shots. Focus on hitting the center of this sizable green rather than attacking pin positions, especially from longer distances.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 469 and 487 yards, greenside sand protection awaits errant approach shots. Club selection should prioritize accuracy over distance to avoid these greenside hazards on this challenging long par 4.

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

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 4?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Philadelphia Cricket Club. You can play this exact 517-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 →