Ken McDonald Golf Course Tempe, Arizona
Ken McDonald Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Tempe, Arizona, playing 6,876 yards from the Tips tees with a rating of 72.3 and slope of 127.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,876 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.3 / 127 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Tempe, Arizona, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.3565, -111.9359 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tips | 6,876 | 72 | 72.3 | 127 |
| Black | 6,876 | 72 | 71.9 | 125 |
| Blue | 6,537 | 72 | 70.4 | 121 |
| White | 6,250 | 73 | 74.5 | 129 |
| Red | 5,720 | 73 | 71.6 | 122 |
| White | 6,250 | 73 | 74.5 | 129 |
| Red | 5,720 | 73 | 71.6 | 122 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tips 72.3/127 | 365 | 574 | 397 | 516 | 184 | 363 | 375 | 200 | 401 | 3375 | 553 | 165 | 409 | 216 | 359 | 541 | 449 | 347 | 462 | 3501 | 6876 |
| Black 71.9/125 | 366 | 585 | 395 | 518 | 185 | 364 | 374 | 198 | 400 | 3385 | 557 | 164 | 407 | 217 | 358 | 530 | 446 | 345 | 467 | 3491 | 6876 |
| Blue 70.4/121 | 349 | 539 | 379 | 508 | 173 | 354 | 354 | 184 | 386 | 3226 | 518 | 153 | 393 | 206 | 348 | 508 | 436 | 332 | 417 | 3311 | 6537 |
| White 74.5/129 | 334 | 518 | 363 | 496 | 160 | 343 | 336 | 169 | 368 | 3087 | 496 | 133 | 384 | 192 | 337 | 489 | 419 | 320 | 393 | 3163 | 6250 |
| Red 71.6/122 | 317 | 447 | 348 | 482 | 146 | 331 | 312 | 138 | 351 | 2872 | 469 | 102 | 319 | 160 | 324 | 473 | 396 | 308 | 297 | 2848 | 5720 |
| White 74.5/129 | 334 | 518 | 363 | 496 | 160 | 343 | 336 | 169 | 368 | 3087 | 496 | 133 | 384 | 192 | 337 | 489 | 419 | 320 | 393 | 3163 | 6250 |
| Red 71.6/122 | 317 | 447 | 348 | 482 | 146 | 331 | 312 | 138 | 351 | 2872 | 469 | 102 | 319 | 160 | 324 | 473 | 396 | 308 | 297 | 2848 | 5720 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 13 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 2 |
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: Tips (6,876 yards, 72.3/127)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 2 (par 5, 574 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,250 yards, 74.5/129)
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+: Red (5,720 yards, 71.6/122)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (102 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 574 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. Play smart and take your par or better.
The shortest par 3 at 165 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 462-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Ken McDonald Golf Course?
Ken McDonald Golf Course has a course rating of 72.3 and slope of 127 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 71.6 with a slope of 122.
How long is Ken McDonald Golf Course?
From the back tees, Ken McDonald Golf Course plays 6,876 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Ken McDonald Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 574-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Ken McDonald Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Tips tees (6,876 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,720 yards).
Is Ken McDonald Golf Course public or private?
Ken McDonald Golf Course is a public golf course in Tempe, Arizona. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Ken McDonald Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Arizona Grand Golf Course (Phoenix), Ahwatukee Lakes Golf Club (Phoenix), ASU Karsten Golf Course, Coronado Golf Course (Scottsdale).
Is there a yardage book for Ken McDonald Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Ken McDonald Golf Course 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 Ken McDonald Golf Course 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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