Veenker Memorial Golf Course Ames, Iowa
Veenker Memorial Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Ames, Iowa, playing 6,632 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.9 and slope of 132.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,632 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.9 / 132 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Ames, Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.0384, -93.6508 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,632 | 72 | 71.9 | 132 |
| Gold | 6,029 | 73 | 75.3 | 139 |
| White | 5,323 | 73 | 72 | 117 |
| Red | 5,233 | 73 | 71.6 | 115 |
| Gold | 6,029 | 73 | 75.3 | 139 |
| White | 5,323 | 73 | 72 | 117 |
| Red | 5,233 | 73 | 71.6 | 115 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71.9/132 | 435 | 334 | 333 | 349 | 402 | 210 | 570 | 181 | 537 | 3351 | 540 | 155 | 330 | 160 | 416 | 420 | 544 | 182 | 534 | 3281 | 6632 |
| Gold 75.3/139 | 419 | 283 | 289 | 340 | 350 | 185 | 513 | 157 | 495 | 3031 | 473 | 134 | 306 | 144 | 397 | 386 | 485 | 152 | 521 | 2998 | 6029 |
| White 72/117 | 405 | 255 | 208 | 335 | 324 | 137 | 480 | 128 | 437 | 2709 | 464 | 103 | 295 | 130 | 351 | 349 | 373 | 137 | 412 | 2614 | 5323 |
| Red 71.6/115 | 400 | 250 | 203 | 330 | 319 | 132 | 475 | 123 | 432 | 2664 | 459 | 98 | 290 | 125 | 346 | 344 | 368 | 132 | 407 | 2569 | 5233 |
| Gold 75.3/139 | 419 | 283 | 289 | 340 | 350 | 185 | 513 | 157 | 495 | 3031 | 473 | 134 | 306 | 144 | 397 | 386 | 485 | 152 | 521 | 2998 | 6029 |
| White 72/117 | 405 | 255 | 208 | 335 | 324 | 137 | 480 | 128 | 437 | 2709 | 464 | 103 | 295 | 130 | 351 | 349 | 373 | 137 | 412 | 2614 | 5323 |
| Red 71.6/115 | 400 | 250 | 203 | 330 | 319 | 132 | 475 | 123 | 432 | 2664 | 459 | 98 | 290 | 125 | 346 | 344 | 368 | 132 | 407 | 2569 | 5233 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 9 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 4 |
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 (6,632 yards, 71.9/132)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 570 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (6,029 yards, 75.3/139)
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 (5,233 yards, 71.6/115)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (98 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 570 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. At 182 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 155 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 544 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 Veenker Memorial Golf Course?
Veenker Memorial Golf Course has a course rating of 71.9 and slope of 132 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 71.6 with a slope of 115.
How long is Veenker Memorial Golf Course?
From the back tees, Veenker Memorial Golf Course plays 6,632 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Veenker Memorial Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 570-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Veenker Memorial Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,632 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,233 yards).
Is Veenker Memorial Golf Course public or private?
Veenker Memorial Golf Course is a public golf course in Ames, Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Veenker Memorial Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Coldwater Golf Links (Ames), Ames Golf & Country Club (Ames), Ballard Golf & Country Club, Indian Creek Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Veenker Memorial Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Veenker Memorial 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 Veenker Memorial 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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