Sankaty Head Golf Club Massachusetts
Sankaty Head Golf Club is a par-71 public course in Massachusetts, playing 6,625 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.6 and slope of 126.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,625 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.6 / 126 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Massachusetts, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.2783, -69.9690 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,625 | 6,058 | 71 | 72.6 | 126 |
| White | 6,270 | 5,733 | 71 | 70.8 | 123 |
| Blue | 5,875 | 5,372 | 71 | 68.6 | 121 |
| BLUE | 5,525 | 5,052 | 71 | 67.2 | 118 |
| Blue/Yellow | 5,415 | 4,951 | 71 | 66.4 | 114 |
| Gold | 5,195 | 4,750 | 71 | 65.7 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.6/126 | 405 | 375 | 195 | 495 | 420 | 180 | 410 | 540 | 285 | 3305 | 425 | 450 | 225 | 380 | 150 | 410 | 350 | 545 | 385 | 3320 | 6625 |
| White 70.8/123 | 390 | 355 | 185 | 485 | 410 | 160 | 390 | 520 | 280 | 3175 | 405 | 400 | 190 | 370 | 135 | 385 | 340 | 495 | 375 | 3095 | 6270 |
| Blue 68.6/121 | 350 | 355 | 185 | 485 | 360 | 130 | 350 | 420 | 280 | 2915 | 360 | 400 | 160 | 370 | 135 | 360 | 340 | 495 | 340 | 2960 | 5875 |
| BLUE 67.2/118 | 355 | 300 | 180 | 405 | 360 | 135 | 350 | 410 | 260 | 2755 | 360 | 350 | 160 | 325 | 110 | 360 | 315 | 450 | 340 | 2770 | 5525 |
| Blue/Yellow 66.4/114 | 355 | 295 | 180 | 395 | 355 | 135 | 345 | 405 | 250 | 2715 | 360 | 350 | 135 | 320 | 105 | 360 | 310 | 450 | 310 | 2700 | 5415 |
| Gold 65.7/111 | 325 | 295 | 145 | 395 | 355 | 90 | 345 | 405 | 250 | 2605 | 330 | 350 | 135 | 320 | 105 | 325 | 310 | 405 | 310 | 2590 | 5195 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 6 |
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: Black (6,625 yards, 72.6/126)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 420 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (5,875 yards, 68.6/121)
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 (5,195 yards, 65.7/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (105 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 420 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 150 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 545 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. A 410-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Sankaty Head Golf Club?
Sankaty Head Golf Club has a course rating of 72.6 and slope of 126 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 65.7 with a slope of 111.
How long is Sankaty Head Golf Club?
From the back tees, Sankaty Head Golf Club plays 6,625 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Sankaty Head Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 420-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Sankaty Head Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,625 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (5,195 yards).
Is Sankaty Head Golf Club public or private?
Sankaty Head Golf Club is a public golf course in Massachusetts. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Sankaty Head Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Nantucket Golf Club, Siasconset Golf Course, Miacomet Golf Club, Harwich Port Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Sankaty Head Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Sankaty Head Golf Club 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 Sankaty Head Golf Club 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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