TPC San Antonio (Canyons Course) Hole by Hole - 2nd Hole
TPC San Antonio (Canyons Course), Texas
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Hole 2 at TPC San Antonio (Canyons Course) is a challenging par 5 with a handicap of 9. The hole measures 571 yards from the championship tees and requires precise shots to navigate its slight dogleg left shape. The fairway width is relatively narrow at only 32 yards, making accuracy off the tee crucial.
The green area for this hole is small, measuring just over 3,800 square feet. However, there are only eight bunkers on the entire hole and they do not come into play on approach shots as they make up less than one percent of the total greenside bunkers. This means that golfers can focus more on hitting accurate approaches rather than avoiding hazards around the green.
Altitude may impact ball flight conditions here as TPC San Antonio sits at an elevation of approximately 1,000 feet above sea level. In warmer weather conditions such as during summer or fall, balls may fly slightly further due to thinner air density. On the other hand, in colder weather like winter or spring, balls may not travel quite as far due to denser air.
For an average golfer who hits their driver about 217 yards and their longest iron (7 iron) around 140 yards, it would be wise to use caution when deciding whether or not to go for this par-5 in two shots. With water not coming into play and fewer bunkers near the green compared to other holes on this course, laying up with a shorter club on your second shot could lead to a safer approach onto this small green.
Overall, Hole #2 at TPC San Antonio offers both challenges and opportunities for scoring well depending on how strategic you are with your club selection and approach shots.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
5
Distance:
571 yards
Handicap:
9
Green Area:
3869
Approx Fairway Width:
32
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
1
Bunker Count:
8
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Focus on accuracy off the tee: The narrow fairway and dogleg left shape of this hole make it crucial to hit an accurate tee shot. Use a club that you are confident in hitting straight rather than trying to maximize distance.
2. Consider laying up on your second shot: Unless you are confident in being able to reach the green in two shots, it may be wise to lay up with a shorter club for a safer approach onto the small green.
3. Take into account altitude and weather conditions: Altitude can impact ball flight, so consider adjusting your club selection accordingly based on whether it is warmer or colder weather.
4. Aim for the center of the green: With only eight bunkers on this hole and most of them not coming into play on approach shots, aim for the center of the green rather than trying to get too close to any potential hazards around the edges.
5. Practice short game skills: With a smaller green area, having strong short game skills will be beneficial when approaching this hole. Spend time practicing your chipping and putting before playing this course.
6. Stay patient and avoid big numbers: This challenging par 5 may tempt golfers to take risks in hopes of scoring well, but remember that water is not in play and there are fewer bunkers near the green compared to other holes on this course. Play smart and avoid making big mistakes that could lead to high scores.
7. Know your distances accurately: It's important to have an accurate understanding of how far you hit each club so that you can make informed decisions about which clubs to use throughout this hole.
8.Scout out potential trouble spots beforehand: Before teeing off at Hole #2, take some time during practice rounds or while waiting for other players ahead of you, scout out any potential trouble spots such as areas where balls tend land or roll towards hazards like bunkers or roughs.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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