The Governors Club Brentwood, Tennessee
The Governors Club is a par-72 public course in Brentwood, Tennessee, playing 7,031 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.2 and slope of 142.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,031 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.2 / 142 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Brentwood, Tennessee, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.9782, -86.7328 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,031 | 72 | 74.2 | 142 |
| Blue | 6,567 | 72 | 72.3 | 140 |
| Mixed | 6,308 | 72 | 71.2 | 136 |
| White | 6,114 | 72 | 75.1 | 136 |
| Silver | 5,711 | 72 | 73.3 | 134 |
| White | 6,114 | 72 | 75.1 | 136 |
| Silver | 5,711 | 72 | 73.3 | 134 |
| Red | 5,064 | 72 | 70.1 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.2/142 | 384 | 181 | 567 | 417 | 386 | 421 | 174 | 409 | 554 | 3493 | 383 | 394 | 201 | 522 | 402 | 398 | 525 | 258 | 455 | 3538 | 7031 |
| Blue 72.3/140 | 360 | 174 | 548 | 376 | 369 | 391 | 161 | 400 | 520 | 3299 | 361 | 368 | 182 | 500 | 365 | 378 | 492 | 202 | 420 | 3268 | 6567 |
| Mixed 71.2/136 | 336 | 174 | 488 | 325 | 369 | 360 | 143 | 400 | 520 | 3115 | 361 | 368 | 173 | 500 | 365 | 361 | 492 | 184 | 389 | 3193 | 6308 |
| White 75.1/136 | 336 | 152 | 488 | 325 | 351 | 360 | 143 | 370 | 487 | 3012 | 328 | 363 | 173 | 487 | 351 | 361 | 466 | 184 | 389 | 3102 | 6114 |
| Silver 73.3/134 | 299 | 147 | 455 | 314 | 304 | 349 | 131 | 361 | 469 | 2829 | 318 | 329 | 152 | 462 | 330 | 331 | 425 | 163 | 372 | 2882 | 5711 |
| White 75.1/136 | 336 | 152 | 488 | 325 | 351 | 360 | 143 | 370 | 487 | 3012 | 328 | 363 | 173 | 487 | 351 | 361 | 466 | 184 | 389 | 3102 | 6114 |
| Silver 73.3/134 | 299 | 147 | 455 | 314 | 304 | 349 | 131 | 361 | 469 | 2829 | 318 | 329 | 152 | 462 | 330 | 331 | 425 | 163 | 372 | 2882 | 5711 |
| Red 70.1/126 | 280 | 137 | 415 | 272 | 275 | 262 | 117 | 325 | 415 | 2498 | 265 | 285 | 130 | 405 | 295 | 299 | 395 | 147 | 345 | 2566 | 5064 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 10 |
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 (7,031 yards, 74.2/142)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 567 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,114 yards, 75.1/136)
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 (5,064 yards, 70.1/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (117 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 567 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 174 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 394-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Governors Club?
The Governors Club has a course rating of 74.2 and slope of 142 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 70.1 with a slope of 126.
How long is The Governors Club?
From the back tees, The Governors Club plays 7,031 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Governors Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 567-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Governors Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,031 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,064 yards).
Is The Governors Club public or private?
The Governors Club is a public golf course in Brentwood, Tennessee. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Governors Club?
Nearby courses include Nashville Golf & Athletic Club (Brentwood), Brentwood Country Club, North Course Vanderbilt Legends Club, Richland Country Club (Nashville).
Is there a yardage book for The Governors Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Governors 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 The Governors 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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