
Thornblade Club Hole by Hole - 13th Hole
Thornblade Club, South Carolina
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The 13th hole at Thornblade Club in Greer, South Carolina is a strategic par 4 with slight dogleg right. With its wide fairway and minimal bunkers, the key to scoring well on this hole is precise tee shots and approach shots to avoid potential hazards. The varying distances from different tee boxes provide opportunities for players to choose their preferred strategy based on weather conditions and personal strengths.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
435 yards
Handicap:
5
Green Area:
7308
Approx Fairway Width:
35
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
2
Bunker Count:
4
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
For the low handicapper, this hole offers a great opportunity for birdie or even eagle with their long drives. However, they must be careful not to overhit and end up in the fairway bunkers on either side of the landing area. With a wide fairway and minimal bunkers, it's important for them to aim for accuracy rather than distance off the tee. From there, they can take advantage of their strong approach shots to hit onto the green and potentially sink a long putt.
Mid handicappers should focus on finding consistency off the tee by aiming for the center of the fairway. They may not have as much power as low handicappers, but they can still set themselves up well with accurate drives. Their second shot will need to navigate around two greenside bunkers that protect both sides of the green. Playing safe is key here - avoid taking unnecessary risks that could result in penalty strokes.
High handicappers should play this hole strategically by focusing on hitting straight shots rather than trying to overpower it. It's important for them to stay out of trouble by avoiding hazards such as water and bunkers that line both sides of this dogleg right hole. Once safely in play, they can use their shorter clubs to hit onto the green and hopefully make par or better.
When considering weather conditions at Thornblade Club throughout different seasons, players should pay attention to changes in altitude due to its location in South Carolina which experiences significant temperature variations throughout each season. During colder months when temperatures are lower and air density is higher, balls tend to fly shorter distances while warmer months see increased ball flight due to thinner air density.
In summary:
- Low handicappers: Focus on accuracy off tee; Take advantage of long drives; Avoid fairway bunkers.
- Mid handicappers: Aim for consistency off tee; Play safe around greenside bunkers.
- High handicappers: Prioritize straight shots over distance; Avoid hazards; Use shorter clubs for approach shots.
- Consider changes in altitude and temperature throughout different seasons when planning strategy.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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