Golden Horseshoe Golf Club Hole by Hole - 12th Hole
Golden Horseshoe Golf Club, Virginia
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Hole 12 at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club is a challenging par 3 with a distance of 187 yards from the championship tees. The hole has a handicap of 12, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course. This hole requires accuracy and precision in both tee shot and approach.
The green area is relatively large at 10410 square feet, but it is well protected by water on the left side and a single greenside bunker on the right side. The bunker only makes up for about 1% of the total green area, so it should not be too much of a concern for most golfers.
In terms of club selection, players can expect to use their driver ~217 yards off the tee, leaving them with an approach shot that can range anywhere from ~140 yards (7 iron) to ~120 yards (pitching wedge). However, this may vary depending on local weather conditions such as altitude, temperature, and wind.
During colder seasons or when there is strong wind blowing against you, players may need to adjust their club selection accordingly. On hotter days or when there is significant tailwind aiding your shots, players may even need to consider using less club than usual.
Overall, Hole 12 at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club offers a beautiful yet challenging experience for all levels of golfers. With its strategic design and varying weather conditions throughout each season, this hole will surely test your skills while also providing stunning views along the way.
Teebox type:
Pro
Par:
3
Distance:
165 yards
Handicap:
12
Green Area:
10410
Approx Fairway Width:
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Percent Bunkers Near green:
1
Bunker Count:
1
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Take note of the distance and handicap: As a challenging par 3 with a distance of 187 yards, Hole 12 at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club requires precision and accuracy in both tee shot and approach. The handicap of 12 also indicates that this is one of the more difficult holes on the course.
2. Consider weather conditions: Keep in mind local weather conditions such as altitude, temperature, and wind when selecting clubs for your tee shot and approach. Adjust your club selection accordingly to compensate for colder or hotter days, as well as strong tailwinds or headwinds.
3. Use driver off the tee: With an average driving distance of ~217 yards from the championship tees, using a driver off the tee will give you enough distance to set up for your approach shot.
4. Aim towards center-right side of green: The green is well protected by water on the left side and a single greenside bunker on the right side. To avoid these hazards, aim towards the center-right side of the green.
5. Be mindful of club selection for approach shot: Depending on where your drive lands, you may be left with an approach shot anywhere from ~140 yards (7 iron) to ~120 yards (pitching wedge). Choose your club wisely based on pin placement and any potential obstacles near or around the green.
6. Avoid over-clubbing due to large green area: While it may be tempting to use more club than usual due to its relatively large size at 10410 square feet, remember that only about 1% is taken up by a greenside bunker so don't let it affect your decision too much.
7 . Stay focused until final putt: This hole offers stunning views but don't let them distract you from staying focused until you sink that final putt!
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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