If everyone had the shots in their
bag (which we don't) this hole would be arguably the best match
play hole on the final 5 holes. The rest require an absence of
mistakes, and most of us (including Shoop) are still playing at
this point.
Attackable with a strong drive down the left hand
side of the fairway, it leaves the long hitters with a decision
whether to go for it or not. The OB left comes into play if you
go, but the smart play is to bail right with a drive and lay up
to 100 yards.
This is where the gallery starts to
form on Sunday, those who have started and finished early, and
those who have been blown out (check player profiles), so the
pressure starts to mount. Look out if you're on the 15th tee as
it is a favorite place of resting for the 2nd shots of those who
may be too aggressive. Start taking your pars now... the rest
won't yield a whole lot of par numbers.