James River Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Newport News, VA with a par of 70. It offers 8 tee sets: black (6,598 yards, slope 130, rating 71.7), blue (6,340 yards, slope 128, rating 70.5), white (6,007 yards, slope 125, rating 69.1), white/yellow (5,730 yards, slope 123, rating 67.8), yellow (5,463 yards, slope 119, rating 66.5), green (5,014 yards, slope 116, rating 64.5), medallion (3,972 yards, slope 105, rating 60.6), jrcc short course (3,119 yards, slope 100, rating 58). The hardest hole is #1, a par 4 playing 435 yards from the first tee.
James River Country Club
Newport News, VA
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The opening hole is a straightforward par 4 playing as the course's most difficult. The fairway is generous off the tee but narrows as it approaches the green, where bunkers on the right demand accuracy on the approach shot.

A par 4 with water hazard along the left side that comes into play throughout the hole. Bunkers guard the fairway and green, making this a strategic test that rewards accurate ball-striking.

A short par 3 with bunkers surrounding the green and rough framing the hole. The compact design makes precision essential despite the modest length.

A short par 4 that plays to a fairway lined with rough on both sides. A single bunker guards the green, making this a relatively straightforward hole that offers scoring opportunity.

A par 4 of moderate length with bunkers positioned to catch wayward shots near the green. Rough lines the fairway, punishing shots that stray from the intended line.

A par 5 that offers a genuine three-shot opportunity from the back tees. Bunkers and rough challenge the approach, while the generous fairway allows aggressive play from the tee.

A par 3 of mid-length with bunkers and rough surrounding the green. The isolated green demands a quality tee shot with little room for error.

A par 4 where bunkers guard the fairway and green on this relatively short hole. The design rewards straight shooting and offers a birdie opportunity.

The back nine's opening is a strong par 4 playing as the second-hardest hole on the course. Bunkers and rough challenge both the drive and approach, making this a demanding test.

A par 5 with bunkers positioned throughout the hole to challenge all three shots. The fairway width varies, demanding thoughtful positioning for the approach.

A par 4 playing as the second-most difficult hole, with bunkers guarding the fairway and green. The length and strategic bunkering create a significant challenge.

A par 4 with bunkers protecting the fairway and green on this relatively compact hole. The design emphasizes accuracy over distance in the scoring zone.

A short par 3 with bunkers and rough around the green. Despite its length, the hazards demand a quality strike to find the green.

A par 4 with bunkers and rough defining the hole's character. The moderate length and strategic hazards make this a balanced test.

The shortest par 3 on the course, featuring a water hazard and bunkers protecting the green. The compact nature belies the challenge of navigating the hazards.

A par 4 with bunkers and rough alongside the fairway and green. The strategic bunkering and moderate yardage create a well-balanced hole.

A short par 3 with bunkers guarding the green and rough surrounding the hole. The length offers scoring opportunity for those who find the putting surface.

The finishing par 5 features bunkers throughout and rough lining the fairway on this substantial closer. The length and hazards make this a fitting test to conclude the round.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| HCP | 1 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 10 | |||
| black | 448 | 400 | 207 | 375 | 374 | 525 | 228 | 372 | 452 | 3381 | 517 | 428 | 398 | 219 | 389 | 146 | 411 | 163 | 546 | 3217 | 6598 |
| blue | 435 | 392 | 192 | 367 | 363 | 504 | 215 | 365 | 436 | 3269 | 505 | 423 | 367 | 203 | 366 | 141 | 394 | 155 | 517 | 3071 | 6340 |
| white | 417 | 369 | 179 | 346 | 316 | 475 | 194 | 352 | 426 | 3074 | 492 | 414 | 357 | 183 | 340 | 131 | 390 | 140 | 486 | 2933 | 6007 |
| white/yellow | 387 | 369 | 166 | 346 | 311 | 475 | 153 | 352 | 376 | 2935 | 492 | 335 | 325 | 177 | 340 | 131 | 369 | 140 | 486 | 2795 | 5730 |
| yellow | 387 | 322 | 166 | 305 | 311 | 470 | 153 | 336 | 376 | 2826 | 448 | 335 | 325 | 177 | 336 | 107 | 369 | 136 | 404 | 2637 | 5463 |
| green | 376 | 291 | 162 | 299 | 271 | 413 | 148 | 301 | 340 | 2601 | 404 | 301 | 287 | 152 | 329 | 102 | 335 | 123 | 380 | 2413 | 5014 |
| medallion | 319 | 238 | 80 | 210 | 232 | 410 | 78 | 212 | 262 | 2041 | 400 | 242 | 222 | 59 | 251 | 94 | 243 | 52 | 368 | 1931 | 3972 |
| jrcc short course | 179 | 199 | 76 | 167 | 205 | 295 | 69 | 183 | 212 | 1585 | 308 | 191 | 156 | 59 | 201 | 94 | 182 | 52 | 291 | 1534 | 3119 |