TOUR THE SAN JOSE COUNTRY CLUB GOLF COURSE
HOLE #1 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 7
Women’s Handicap: 7
This par 4 is a great introduction to our Donald Ross design. The bunkers on the left provide a nice target for most golfers’ tee shots. Long hitters will be able to carry the bunker on the right, leaving just a wedge into the green. On the approach, pay special attention to the hole location. The hill that bisects this green makes any shot on the wrong side a difficult two-putt.
HOLE #2 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 11
Women’s Handicap: 13
This straightaway par 4 is protected by bunkers left and trees just off the right edge of the fairway. The green is slightly elevated with plenty of contours, making the correct club selection essential on the second shot
HOLE #3 - Par 5
Men’s Handicap: 1
Women’s Handicap: 3
The first par 5 at San Jose has trouble on both sides of the fairway. Fairway bunkers and a large pond will catch any ball that is moving too far left. For those that bail out too far right, you may find the ditch that runs the length of this par 5. Those that hit a strong draw off the tee will be rewarded with a chance to reach the green in two. Wedge shots into this green will need to be precise, as any shot missed short left or right will likely find a bunker.
HOLE #4 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 9
Women’s Handicap: 5
Don’t let the yardage fool you; this is a difficult short par 4. The percentage play from the tee is a long iron or hybrid played just short of the bunkers on the right. From here, golfers will face a downhill shot over water to a green that is bisected by a hill and slopes heavily from back to front. For those in trouble after the tee shot, there is a large bail out area right of the green.
HOLE #5 - Par 3
HOLE #5 – Par 3
Men’s Handicap: 15
Women’s Handicap: 15
The first par 3 at San Jose is also its most difficult. Water comes into play quickly on the right, as does a bunker protecting the right side of the green. Keep in mind that the bunkers on the left are well short of the green, so there is room to hit a shot short that rolls onto the playing surface. There is a large hill on the left side of the green that can lead to some adventurous putts.
HOLE #6 - Par 5
Men’s Handicap: 5
Women’s Handicap: 1
This straightaway par 5 is protected by water left and OB to the right. Long hitters will have to avoid the bunker that comes into play down the middle of the fairway. After a successful layup, most golfers will be faced with a short wedge shot. Beware any shot that is short-sided, as a par save will become difficult.
HOLE #7 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 3
Women’s Handicap: 9
One of the most difficult holes at San Jose, this par 4 requires a power fade off the tee that avoids the ditch left of the fairway and the prominent fairway bunker down the right side. Expect a long iron into a green that is protected by a tree short left, and OB to the right. This green has two tiers, making club selection crucial for those seeking a birdie.
HOLE #8 - Par 3
Men’s Handicap: 17
Women’s Handicap: 17
This is a short par 3 that is surrounded by bunkers. The green is severe, with the right hole location protected by a large false front. The front left quadrant of the green is bowl-shaped, providing a hole-in-one opportunity to any well-struck shot.
HOLE #9 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 13
Women’s Handicap: 11
This tree-lined par 4 is protected by bunkers and OB to the right. A golfer hitting a strong draw off the tee will have a mid to short-iron into this heavily sloped green. Don’t get too aggressive if the flag is located on the back plateau, as any shot long will run the risk of being unplayable or finding OB.
HOLE #10 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 14
Women’s Handicap: 12
Number 10 is a short par 4 with a forced carry over water. The water will come into play from the tee, so most golfers will be forced to tee off with a fairway wood or hybrid. There is plenty of bail out area to the left, but golfers seeking birdie will have to challenge the pond to the right of the green with a precise iron shot.
HOLE #11 - Par 5
Men’s Handicap: 2
Women’s Handicap: 6
This is a long par 5 with water extending down the right side of the fairway. Anyone that bails out too far left will likely find one of two fairway bunkers. Those that find the fairway will be faced with a challenging layup, followed by an approach to the most distinctive green on the course, boasting a valley running from back to front that will challenge even the best putters.
HOLE #12 - Par 3
Men’s Handicap: 16
Women’s Handicap: 14
Water, water, everywhere. This short, bulk headed par 3 is one of the best in town. If the wind is strong, par becomes a very good score. A shot to the middle of the green is always a safe bet, but expect a very fast putt towards the water if the hole is located front or left.
HOLE #13 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 8
Women’s Handicap: 16
This is a long, straightway par 4 with a tree lined fairway. Drives hit too far left risk finding the ditch. Don’t despair if your drive finds trouble, as you can get creative with your approach; the green, sloping back to front, favors any type of low, running shot.
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HOLE #14 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 12
Women’s Handicap: 4
Number 14 is a great, short par 4. Most golfers will aim down the right side of the fairway, leaving a wedge into this well-protected green. If the conditions are right, long hitters can take a line over the fairway bunkers and challenge the green. This is a great birdie opportunity.
HOLE #15 - Par 3
Men’s Handicap: 18
Women’s Handicap: 18
The last par 3 at San Jose, this is a stern test as the elevated green is protected by cavernous bunkers left and right. The green slopes heavily from back to front, so expect a fast putt if you find yourself past the hole location.
HOLE #16 - Par 4
Men’s Handicap: 4
Women’s Handicap: 8
This is a difficult par 4 with bunkers protecting the left side of the fairway. Long hitters will be forced to hit a fairway wood from the tee to avoid the water that cuts into the fairway from the right. Expect a mid-iron that must carry the water to reach this bulk headed green. Golfers searching for a late-round birdie will have to hit a bold shot, especially to a back right hole location.
HOLE #17 - Par 5
Men’s Handicap: 10
Women’s Handicap: 2
This is a reachable par 5 sure to add some late round theatrics to any tight match. A power fade off the tee is ideal and will leave the shortest 2nd shot, but don’t overdo it as your ball will find water right. Golfers that bail out left run the risk of going OB. There is plenty of room to miss short and left on your approach, but you will be faced with a delicate pitch. Look out for any approaches that come in too hot, as they will roll over the green all the way down to the next tee.