Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town Hole by Hole - 9th Hole
Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town, South Carolina
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Welcome to the 9th hole at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town, a par 4 with a distance of 332 yards from the championship tees. This hole has a handicap of 7, making it one of the more challenging holes on the course. The tee box provides an incredible view of the beautiful Hilton Head Island surroundings.
As you approach this slight dogleg left hole, keep in mind that accuracy is key here. The fairway width is only about 30 yards, so make sure to choose your club wisely for your tee shot. With an average drive distance of around 217 yards, using a driver may not be necessary and could potentially put you in trouble with some strategically placed bunkers along the fairway.
Speaking of bunkers, there are four located throughout this hole but only one greenside bunker as a percentage of total bunkers on the green (5%). However, don't let that fool you into thinking it will be easy to hit onto this small green area which measures at about 7554 square feet. A well-placed pitching wedge or even seven iron may be all you need for your approach shot.
It's important to note that weather can play a factor on this hole throughout each season. In colder temperatures or higher altitudes where ball flight is affected by wind resistance and lower air density, consider adjusting your club selection accordingly.
Overall, while this may seem like an easier par-4 due to its shorter distance compared to others on the course, don't underestimate its difficulty level based on its handicap number alone. Keep these strategies in mind and trust your instincts when approaching this challenging yet picturesque hole at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
332 yards
Handicap:
7
Green Area:
7554
Approx Fairway Width:
30
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
5
Bunker Count:
4
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Choose your club wisely for the tee shot: With a narrow fairway width of only 30 yards, accuracy is key on this hole. Consider using a shorter club off the tee to ensure you stay in play and avoid any strategically placed bunkers.
2. Take note of the wind conditions: Weather can play a factor on this hole, so pay attention to the wind direction and adjust your club selection accordingly.
3. Aim for placement over distance: While it may be tempting to use a driver off the tee due to its shorter distance, focus on placing your ball in a good position rather than trying to hit it as far as possible.
4. Avoid greenside bunker at all costs: There is only one greenside bunker on this hole but it could still cause trouble if you end up in it. Aim for an approach shot that avoids this bunker altogether.
5. Don't underestimate difficulty based on handicap number alone: Despite being ranked as one of the more challenging holes with a handicap of 7, do not let that fool you into thinking it will be easy. Stay focused and trust your instincts when approaching this hole.
6. Use pitching wedge or seven iron for approach shot: With a small green area measuring at about 7554 square feet, consider using a pitching wedge or seven iron for your approach shot instead of relying solely on power from longer clubs.
7. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings: Take some time to appreciate the beautiful view from the tee box overlooking Hilton Head Island before teeing off and remember to have fun while playing!
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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