White Horse Golf Club Hole by Hole - 9th Hole

Welcome to Hole 9 at White Horse Golf Club, located in picturesque Kingston, Washington. This challenging par 4 is the first handicap hole on the course and will truly test your skills as a golfer.

Standing at the Championship tee box, you'll be faced with a daunting distance of 463 yards. But don't let that intimidate you - this hole offers plenty of strategic options to help you navigate it successfully.

The fairway width here is a generous 50 yards, giving you some room for error off the tee. However, accuracy is key as this hole features a slight dogleg left and any shots veering too far right could end up in trouble.

As for club selection off the tee, I recommend using your driver which averages around 217 yards. This will leave you with an approach shot of approximately 246 yards to reach the green.

Speaking of which, Hole 9's green measures an impressive 14,064 square feet and has only one greenside bunker (1% of total bunkers). So while accuracy may not be as crucial on your approach shot compared to other holes on this course, it's still important to avoid that lone bunker and give yourself a good chance at scoring well.

When planning your approach shot distance-wise, keep in mind that altitude can impact ball flight conditions here at White Horse Golf Club. With its location near sea level and relatively mild weather year-round (average temperatures range from mid-40s°F in winter to mid-70s°F in summer), expect some changes in how far your clubs travel throughout each season.

For example, during colder months when air density increases due to lower temperatures and humidity levels are typically higher due to rain or foggy conditions common during Seattle winters - both factors can cause balls hit from elevated tees like this one tend towards shorter distances than normal; conversely warmer months when air density decreases because warm air rises above cooler denser air, and humidity levels are typically lower due to drier conditions common during Seattle summers - both factors can cause balls hit from elevated tees like this one tend towards longer distances than normal.

Based on these variables, I recommend using your 7 iron (averaging around 140 yards) for your approach shot. This will leave you with a manageable putt or chip onto the green and give you the best chance at scoring well.

Overall, Hole 9 at White Horse Golf Club is a true test of skill and strategy. Keep in mind the altitude and weather conditions when planning your shots, stay focused on accuracy off the tee and avoid that lone greenside bunker for a successful round. Good luck!