what is the slope rating for university ridge golf course

What is the difference between USGA course rating and slope rating?

Course rating tells scratch golfers how difficult the course will be; slope rating tells bogey golfers how difficult it will be. To put it another way: USGA Course Rating tells the best golfers how hard a golf course actually plays; USGA Slope Rating indicates how much harder the course plays for "regular" (meaning not among the best) golfers.

What is a slope rating in golf handicaps?

If handicaps were simply estimates of golfers' average scores, then these two players would have the same handicap index. But Player A is clearly the better golfer, and in a match between the two Player B would clearly need some strokes. Slope rating allows the handicap index to reflect these factors.

What is the minimum and maximum slope rating on a course?

The minimum slope rating is 55 and the maximum is 155 (slope does not relate specifically to strokes played as course rating does).

What is the average slope of an 18 hole golf course?

The minimum slope rating is 55 and the maximum is 155 (slope does not relate specifically to strokes played as course rating does). When the slope rating system was first put into effect, the USGA set the slope for an "average" golf course at 113; however, not many 18-hole golf courses have slope ratings that low.

University Ridge Golf Course

The 18-hole "University Ridge" course at the University Ridge Golf Course facility in Verona, Wisconsin features 6,888 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 73.2 and it has a slope rating of 142 on Bent grass. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., ASGCA, the University Ridge golf course opened in 2013.

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I was born and raised in Wisconsin, and have been playing golf since the third grade, and I'm now a 41 year old, 3 handicap. I decided to play this course the other day for the first time. At the prime time, with a cart, the greens fees are the highest at $69.00.

Where is University Ridge Golf Course?

University Ridge Golf Courseis a public golf course in the central United States, located in Veronaand Madison, Wisconsin. It is the home course to both the men's and women's golf teamsfor the University of Wisconsin. Also, since 1994, it has been home to both the boys' and girls' WIAAstate golf championships for all divisions.

How many yards is the first hole at University Ridge?

The first hole at University Ridge (named Verona) is a par 4 that measures 396 yards from the back tees. A relatively easy opening hole, the tee shot plays from a slightly elevated tee. The green is protected on the right side by a relatively deep bunker.

How many yards is the 13th hole in golf?

The thirteenth hole (Halfpipe) is a short, but uphill, par 4, coming in at only 336 yards. In front of this large green is a large bunker, catching any shot coming in short. The fourteenth hole (Hickory Hill) is a par 4 playing to 398 yards. A collection of bunkers surrounding the green demands an accurate approach.

How far is the ninth hole in the golf course?

The large green is fronted by a rocky creek. The ninth hole (Hedgerow) is an uphill, double dogleg par 5 playing to 587 yards from the back tees. The landing area is protected on the left side by a row of trees and on the right by 3 large bunkers. The fairway then doglegs left, as well as slightly uphill.

What is the longest hole in golf?

The sixth hole ( Kettle Pond) is another one of the most demanding holes on the course. This par 5 measures 623 yards from the back tees, making it the longest hole on the golf course. The tee shot plays over Kettle Pond. After laying up, players must avoid a deep bunker short and left of the green.

What is the 4th hole at University Ridge?

The fourth hole (Morse Pond) is one of the most demanding holes at University Ridge. This par 4 that plays 467 yards requires a carry over Morse Pond off of the tee. On the uphill approach to the long narrow green, a collection of deep bunkers short right of the green must be taken into account.

How many bunkers are there in University Ridge?

Players have two options off of the tee: play it safe down the left fairway, or play down a line of trees to the right fairway, in hopes of reaching the green in two. This hole contains a total of 16 bunkers, making for accurate shots from tee to green.

How many yards does U-Ridge golf course have?

U-Ridge is the site of the annual Wisconsin state high school championships, as well as a number of other state-wide events, and it is easy to see why. The course offers a great selection of tee boxes for a variety of skill levels, including tips that play at 7,259 yards. The blues are more suitable for my skill level, and still play at 6,610 yards.

How many yards from the blue tees is the second hole at University Ridge?

Some of the best holes at University Ridge hit early and often. One of my favorites of these is the par five second hole. At 546 yards from the blue tees, the tee shot looks over a canyon to a wide landing area that juts straight right to a tree-lined lay-up area, or 200-plus yards of a shot over a huge oak tree, down hill to a green surrounded by huge sand traps. This is a spectacular par five, and would be a signature hole anywhere else but at University Ridge.

How far is the 9th hole at the Blues?

The ninth is another scary hole. At 554 yards from the blues, the tee shot is quite misleading. From the tee boxes, the fairway runs slightly uphill, and then down, which gives the illusion of being much closer to the dogleg than you actually are. The landing area looks tiny and tight, but opens up as soon as your cart hits the fairway. Heading uphill, the fairway disappears and can create a more difficult approach shot than hoped for. The green is elevated well above the fairway, and sand traps on both sides are not visible on most second or third shots. This is a tough finishing hole on the front nine.

How many yards is the par 3 third?

The par three third is another great hole: At 174 yards, the elevated tee boxes look over a low prairie land at a large elevated green perched above three sizable sand traps on a green that slopes significantly upward from the front to the back. A left-side hole location makes hitting the right side on your tee shot penalizing, but make sure to take a lot of slope into account when reading your putts. More than anything, avoid going left of the green on your tee shot, which will typically result in a lost ball.

What is the fifth par 3?

The fifth is a fun par three. High above the green, the green-side sand traps are absolutely brutal, but the majority of them should be out of reach with a well-struck 8- or 9-iron. This green runs very true, especially from the left side, which is comforting when standing over a 40-foot-plus first putt.

What is the practice green at University Ridge?

The practice green is hilly, and gives a regulation feel for the putting surfaces. The greens are quick at University Ridge, so make sure to take advantage of their practice facilities beforehand, including the chipping and sand area. Hole 1: Par 4 (396/376/355/293)

Is University Ridge a good golf course?

University Ridge is one of the true golf course gems in the state of Wisconsin. It is consistently ranked as one of the top five university courses in the country, and is mentioned anywhere between five and ten in anybody’s list of the top courses statewide. It is easy to see why, and the challenge and playability of U-Ridge always makes for an entertaining day.

What is slope rating in golf?

Slope rating (a term trademarked by the United States Golf Association) is a measurement of the difficulty of a golf course for bogey golfers relative to the course rating.

What does USGA course rating mean?

To put it another way: USGA Course Rating tells the best golfers how hard a golf course actually plays; USGA Slope Rating indicates how much harder the course plays for "regular" (meaning not among the best) golfers.

What is the role of slope in golf?

The most important role of a slope is leveling the playing field for players of different skill levels. For example, let's say Player A and Player B average 85 strokes each for 18 holes. But Player A's average is established on a very difficult course (say, a slope rating of 150), while Player B's average is established on a much easier course (say, a slope rating of 105). If handicaps were simply estimates of golfers' average scores, then these two players would have the same handicap index. But Player A is clearly the better golfer, and in a match between the two Player B would clearly need some strokes.

What is the minimum slope rating for 18 holes?

The minimum slope rating is 55 and the maximum is 155 (slope does not relate specifically to strokes played as course rating does). When the slope rating system was first put into effect, the USGA set the slope for an "average" golf course at 113; however, not many 18-hole golf courses have slope ratings that low.

Where is the slope used?

The slope is primarily used in the United States, but golf associations in other countries are beginning to adopt slope or similar systems.

Why is the handicap index lower for A and B?

Because he plays on a course with a higher slope rating, Player A's handicap index will be lower than Player B's (when it is calculated using the slope ratings), despite the fact that they both average scores of 85. So when A and B get together to play, B will get those extra strokes he needs.