Greetings from “The Loudest Hole in Golf”

 | 30. January 2009 03:29 Posted by Matt Killen

Right now I am at the FBR Open working with Kenny Perry and spending some time with my blog co-author Dr. Lampert, we have been talking a little sports vision training and taking in some of the action. Kenny is gearing up for the tournament and excited about the chance to play at the TPC Scottsdale, site of the FBR Open.

The TPC Scottsdale is home to one of the most exciting golf holes on the PGA TOUR. This year for the first time, the 16th Hole is set up “Stadium Style” with the entire hole being enclosed by stands.  http://www.pgatour.com/2009/tournaments/r003/01/29/no16/   It is the only hole on the PGA TOUR that is completely enclosed and has long been known as “the loudest hole in golf.” Enclosing the hole with extra stands will only pump up the volume and excitement of the hole.

As cool of an experience playing the 16th Hole is, it can also be quite the challenge. Players really have to be able to put the crowd out of their mind and do their best to just focus on their shot. A great example of this focus is one of the most famous shots in Tiger Woods’ career. It came on the 16th hole when he made a hole-in-one and the entire crowd went absolutely crazy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufscYVbYLQQ&feature=related

Stay tuned for another special posting from the FBR Open.

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  • Dr. Lampert

    O.D., F.C.O.V.D. and sports vision specialist and trainer (more)

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    professional golf instructor and swing coach (more)

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    PGA TOUR professional (more)

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