Katke Golf Course At Ferris State Univ is an 18-hole golf course in Big Rapids, MI with a par of 72. It offers 6 tee sets: black (6,931 yards, slope 138, rating 74.3), crimson (6,317 yards, slope 134, rating 71.2), crimson/silver (6,066 yards, slope 131, rating 69.7), silver (5,648 yards, slope 124, rating 67.5), silver/gold (5,162 yards, slope 117, rating 65.5), gold (4,752 yards, slope 112, rating 63.6). The hardest hole is #2, a par 4 playing 253 yards from the first tee.
Katke Golf Course At Ferris State Univ
Big Rapids, MI
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A straightforward par 4 that plays shorter from the forward tees but extends considerably from the back markers. The fairway is open off the tee, with the primary challenge coming from positioning for the approach into a green that tightens near the putting surface.

The number one handicap hole, this par 4 demands accuracy throughout. The fairway narrows as it approaches the green, and approach shots must navigate carefully to avoid trouble surrounding the putting surface.

A relatively short par 4 that plays as a generous scoring opportunity from the forward tees but becomes considerably more demanding from the back. The green complex requires a precise approach to avoid hazards that guard the putting surface.

A short par 3 that plays anywhere from 127 to 206 yards depending on tee selection. The compact green demands an accurate tee shot with little margin for error on either side.

A solid par 4 that features significant length variation across the tee boxes. The fairway presents a clear target off the tee, with the challenge lying in the approach to a well-defended green.

A reachable par 5 for longer hitters, particularly from the forward tees where it plays under 400 yards. The hole offers multiple routes to the green, though hazards positioned throughout the hole punish errant shots.

The third-ranked handicap hole, this par 4 stretches to nearly 400 yards from the black tees and demands both distance and accuracy. The approach must navigate carefully to the green, where strategic positioning is essential.

A short par 3 that varies dramatically in length, playing as short as 112 yards or as long as 196 yards. The elevated difficulty rating suggests significant hazards or an unforgiving green complex around a small target.

A lengthy par 5 that plays over 580 yards from the back tees, offering a good birdie opportunity from the forward tees. The hole's length and handicap rating indicate that strategic positioning is crucial to scoring well.

A strong par 4 ranked fourth in difficulty that stretches beyond 430 yards from the championship tees. The fairway and green approach require precise placement to take advantage of this relatively short par 4 from the forward markers.

A short but demanding par 3 that plays between 123 and 211 yards depending on tee selection. The difficulty rating suggests the green is well-protected or features significant elevation changes that make distance control critical.

A par 5 that offers scoring potential from the forward tees while remaining a substantial three-shot hole from the back. The hole's layout provides multiple strategic options depending on where players choose to position their approach.

A moderate par 4 that plays shorter from the gold tees but stretches to over 400 yards from the black tees. The fairway design and green complex present a balanced challenge across all skill levels.

The second-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 demands excellence in both driving and approach play. The extended yardage from the back tees, reaching 438 yards, makes this a stern test even for accomplished players.

A short par 3 that plays under 180 yards from any tee but carries significant difficulty in its ranking. The small target and well-placed hazards make this a deceptively challenging short hole.

The easiest handicap hole, this par 5 plays over 490 yards from the back tees and offers genuine birdie potential. The length and relatively straightforward layout make this an opportunity to gain strokes on the scorecard.

The shortest hole on the course, playing as little as 85 yards from the forward tees but extending to 221 from the back. Despite its brevity, the sixth-ranked handicap suggests a challenging green complex or other hazards that create difficulty.

A finishing par 5 that stretches over 530 yards from the championship tees, offering a closing birdie opportunity from the forward tees. The length and positioning make this a strategic finale that can significantly impact 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 12 | |||
| black | 402 | 372 | 395 | 206 | 412 | 546 | 393 | 196 | 587 | 3509 | 439 | 211 | 488 | 418 | 438 | 176 | 494 | 221 | 537 | 3422 | 6931 |
| crimson | 350 | 344 | 349 | 179 | 382 | 516 | 363 | 176 | 555 | 3214 | 407 | 182 | 458 | 370 | 386 | 151 | 479 | 173 | 497 | 3103 | 6317 |
| crimson/silver | 316 | 344 | 349 | 150 | 328 | 516 | 363 | 162 | 555 | 3083 | 387 | 165 | 458 | 370 | 360 | 151 | 479 | 116 | 497 | 2983 | 6066 |
| silver | 316 | 330 | 299 | 150 | 328 | 435 | 343 | 162 | 478 | 2841 | 387 | 165 | 423 | 346 | 360 | 126 | 453 | 116 | 431 | 2807 | 5648 |
| silver/gold | 316 | 253 | 299 | 150 | 254 | 435 | 343 | 112 | 402 | 2564 | 331 | 123 | 423 | 293 | 302 | 126 | 453 | 116 | 431 | 2598 | 5162 |
| gold | 276 | 253 | 244 | 127 | 254 | 386 | 262 | 112 | 402 | 2316 | 331 | 123 | 393 | 293 | 302 | 106 | 412 | 85 | 391 | 2436 | 4752 |