Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill Athens, Alabama
Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill is a par-72 public course in Athens, Alabama, playing 7,070 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 73.8 and slope of 124.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,070 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.8 / 124 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Athens, Alabama, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.8774, -86.8709 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 7,070 | 6,465 | 72 | 73.8 | 124 |
| Orange | 6,490 | 5,934 | 72 | 71 | 123 |
| White | 5,963 | 5,453 | 72 | 68.3 | 114 |
| Gold | 5,314 | 4,859 | 72 | 65.9 | 100 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 73.8/124 | 351 | 433 | 519 | 198 | 415 | 182 | 430 | 595 | 412 | 3535 | 392 | 412 | 445 | 535 | 420 | 185 | 168 | 548 | 430 | 3535 | 7070 |
| Orange 71/123 | 322 | 398 | 490 | 149 | 378 | 168 | 398 | 557 | 380 | 3240 | 358 | 375 | 415 | 500 | 388 | 165 | 154 | 515 | 380 | 3250 | 6490 |
| White 68.3/114 | 305 | 366 | 455 | 135 | 345 | 142 | 357 | 498 | 346 | 2949 | 330 | 330 | 367 | 457 | 453 | 135 | 132 | 469 | 341 | 3014 | 5963 |
| Gold 65.9/100 | 290 | 338 | 432 | 123 | 296 | 121 | 327 | 457 | 321 | 2705 | 296 | 287 | 340 | 425 | 308 | 110 | 94 | 434 | 315 | 2609 | 5314 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 18 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 7 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Blue (7,070 yards, 73.8/124)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 16 (par 3, 168 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,963 yards, 68.3/114)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Gold (5,314 yards, 65.9/100)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 16 (94 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. A demanding par 3 at 168 yards that requires precise club selection.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 595 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The #2 handicap hole. At 519 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill?
Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill has a course rating of 73.8 and slope of 124 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 65.9 with a slope of 100.
How long is Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill?
From the back tees, Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill plays 7,070 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 16, a 168-yard par 3 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (7,070 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (5,314 yards).
Is Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill public or private?
Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill is a public golf course in Athens, Alabama. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill?
Nearby courses include Canebrake Club (Athens), Athens Golf & Country Club, Colonial Golf Club (Meridianville), Sunset Landing Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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