Deer Brook Golf Club Shelby, North Carolina
Deer Brook Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Shelby, North Carolina, playing 6,897 yards from the Gold Tees tees with a rating of 73.7 and slope of 136.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,897 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.7 / 136 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Shelby, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.3404, -81.4949 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Tees | 6,897 | 72 | 73.7 | 136 |
| White Tees | 6,376 | 73 | 78 | 143 |
| Black Tees | 5,766 | 73 | 74 | 135 |
| Green Tees | 4,978 | 73 | 69.4 | 121 |
| White Tees | 6,376 | 73 | 78 | 143 |
| Black Tees | 5,766 | 73 | 74 | 135 |
| Green Tees | 4,978 | 73 | 69.4 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Tees 73.7/136 | 432 | 540 | 170 | 406 | 415 | 178 | 397 | 509 | 413 | 3460 | 498 | 410 | 170 | 412 | 193 | 378 | 428 | 533 | 415 | 3437 | 6897 |
| White Tees 78/143 | 352 | 517 | 151 | 380 | 388 | 159 | 349 | 501 | 375 | 3172 | 487 | 382 | 140 | 390 | 169 | 342 | 393 | 515 | 386 | 3204 | 6376 |
| Black Tees 74/135 | 329 | 486 | 131 | 340 | 354 | 124 | 314 | 470 | 343 | 2891 | 427 | 349 | 117 | 352 | 138 | 301 | 358 | 474 | 359 | 2875 | 5766 |
| Green Tees 69.4/121 | 304 | 397 | 78 | 308 | 300 | 97 | 280 | 426 | 298 | 2488 | 390 | 311 | 88 | 269 | 86 | 254 | 327 | 430 | 335 | 2490 | 4978 |
| White Tees 78/143 | 352 | 517 | 151 | 380 | 388 | 159 | 349 | 501 | 375 | 3172 | 487 | 382 | 140 | 390 | 169 | 342 | 393 | 515 | 386 | 3204 | 6376 |
| Black Tees 74/135 | 329 | 486 | 131 | 340 | 354 | 124 | 314 | 470 | 343 | 2891 | 427 | 349 | 117 | 352 | 138 | 301 | 358 | 474 | 359 | 2875 | 5766 |
| Green Tees 69.4/121 | 304 | 397 | 78 | 308 | 300 | 97 | 280 | 426 | 298 | 2488 | 390 | 311 | 88 | 269 | 86 | 254 | 327 | 430 | 335 | 2490 | 4978 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 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: Gold Tees (6,897 yards, 73.7/136)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 413 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Black Tees (5,766 yards, 74/135)
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+: Green Tees (4,978 yards, 69.4/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (78 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 413 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 170 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 540 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 shortest par 3 at 170 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 415-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Deer Brook Golf Club?
Deer Brook Golf Club has a course rating of 73.7 and slope of 136 from the back tees. From the Green Tees tees, the rating is 69.4 with a slope of 121.
How long is Deer Brook Golf Club?
From the back tees, Deer Brook Golf Club plays 6,897 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Deer Brook Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 413-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Deer Brook Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold Tees tees (6,897 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green Tees tees (4,978 yards).
Is Deer Brook Golf Club public or private?
Deer Brook Golf Club is a public golf course in Shelby, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Deer Brook Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Royster Memorial Golf Course (Shelby), Woodbridge Golf Links, Royster Memorial Golf Course, Cherryville Golf and Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Deer Brook Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Deer Brook 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 Deer Brook 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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