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17th Hole "Hackett" 121 Yards Par 3 Handicap: 18 Difficulty Ranking: 18
Playing downhill to an amphitheater setting at no more than 120 yards, 17 looks like a breather as the player grinds toward the imposing 18th hole. Many players have come to this diminutive par 3 with a birdie on their mind, yet have left shaking their head in disgust, trying to figure out why they can't hit a wedge to a generous unbunkered green. It appears a straightforward shot. Trouble lies over the green, out of bounds has come into play. Short of the green and you may wind up in Concord Hills version of the "Valley of Sin." In the 2005 practice round, Dennis Hackett hit a pitching wedge to a front left placement for an ace. The most memorable match took place in 1995 as Mark Smith and Frank George approached the gallery gathered at the stadium green. As the pressure on these high handicappers mounted, the hole was halved with a pair of 3 putts. Don't underestimate.... no one gets it close here, if you are fortunate to get this far, don't blow it, but make a par! Photo Story of 2000 Match Between Bres/Shoop and Walters/Juday |