Lily Pad Crossing

The fifth hole, the first of the par 3's, requires a high-flying tee shot to carry a large body of water. Playing at 152 metres, the average club selection will often be a 7-iron. Do not be fooled by the beauty of this hole, as any tee shot drifting left will almost certainly find the water. When reaching the fourteenth on the back nine, you will find a hole similar in distance but completely different in approach. The advantage of the fourteenth is that there is no forced carry over the dam. The safer line is to keep your shot to the right side, where you should find yourself on or near the green. Anything slightly long, however, may finish in the well-positioned greenside bunker.

Pro Insight:

When playing the fifth and fourteenth, you will often encounter a slight breeze moving in from the left-hand side. This breeze can help hold the ball away from the water. I generally suggest taking one extra club and focusing on the middle to back portion of the green. A controlled shot with an extra club also prevents the ball from ballooning too high into the wind, which can affect both distance and direction. Once on the green, you will notice that the surface predominantly slopes toward the water. Understanding that subtle movement can make a significant difference when reading your putts.