Las Colinas Country Club Hole by Hole - 1st Hole

Hole 1 at Las Colinas Country Club is a challenging par 4, with a distance of 446 yards from the championship tees. The hole has a handicap of 7, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course. As you approach the tee box, you'll notice that this hole has a slight dogleg left and is surrounded by three bunkers strategically placed to catch errant shots.

For your tee shot, we recommend using your driver to get as much distance as possible off the tee. With an average drive of 217 yards, you should aim for the fairway which is approximately 33 yards wide. Keep in mind that altitude and wind may impact your ball flight conditions here in Irving, Texas. In warmer seasons such as summer and spring when temperatures are higher and winds tend to be calmer, you can expect slightly longer drives compared to colder seasons like fall or winter.

As you make your way towards the green area which spans over an impressive 9765 square feet, keep in mind that there are only three bunkers on this hole but they are well-placed near both sides of the green. These greenside bunkers make up just about one percent of total bunker coverage on this hole so if approached correctly they shouldn't pose too much trouble.

Once within striking distance from the pin (approximately between 140-120 yards), we suggest using either your seven iron or pitching wedge depending on weather conditions and personal preference. If it's windy or cooler outside during fall/winter months then opting for a pitching wedge might be better suited while choosing a seven iron could work well during milder weather like spring/summer months.

Overall Hole #1 at Las Colinas Country Club presents golfers with many challenges including its length off-the-tee coupled with narrow fairways guarded by strategic sand traps around both sides leading up-to an expansive putting surface - all factors contributing towards making this hole a true test of one's abilities.