Holston Hills Country Club Hole by Hole - 3rd Hole

Low Handicapper:

Off the tee, aim slightly left to avoid the fairway bunkers and take advantage of the slight dogleg right. With a strong drive of 280+ yards, you should have a clear approach shot to this spacious green. Be mindful of any wind conditions that may impact your ball flight on this 426-yard par 4. From there, focus on accuracy with your approach shot to set yourself up for a birdie opportunity.

Mid Handicapper:

Aim for the center of the fairway off the tee to avoid any trouble with bunkers or rough. With an average drive distance of around 230+ yards, you should still have a manageable approach shot into this large green. Keep an eye on wind conditions as they may affect your ball flight on this hole. Focus on hitting the green in regulation and giving yourself a chance at par.

High Handicapper:

For high handicappers, it's best to play conservatively and aim for accuracy over distance off the tee. With an average drive distance of around 200+ yards, be sure to avoid any trouble with bunkers or water hazards along both sides of this hole. The spacious green gives you some room for error but be mindful of potential wind conditions that could affect your shots.

Weather Conditions:

In Knoxville during springtime (March-May), temperatures can range from mild to warm with occasional windy days due to changing weather patterns.

During summer (June-August), temperatures can reach hot and humid levels which may cause balls to fly further than expected.

Fall (September-November) brings cooler temperatures but also unpredictable winds that can challenge players' shots.

Winter (December-February) is typically cold and dry in Knoxville so expect shorter distances off drives due to colder air density.

Altitude:

Knoxville sits at about 900 feet above sea level which means golf balls will travel slightly farther compared to sea level courses. Keep this in mind when selecting clubs and adjusting for distance.

Percent of Bunkers on Green:

With only 3% of the green being surrounded by bunkers, players should feel confident in their approach shots to this hole. However, be mindful of the four fairway bunkers that could come into play off the tee. A well-placed drive and accurate approach shot will give you a good chance at par or better on this slightly challenging but manageable par 4 at Holston Hills Country Club.