Sandburr Run is an 18-hole golf course in Thomson, IL with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,096 yards, slope 121, rating 69.6), white/black combo (5,937 yards, slope 118, rating 68.9), white (5,778 yards, slope 116, rating 68.2), red (4,954 yards, slope 108, rating 64.2). The hardest hole is #9, a par 4 playing 335 yards from the first tee.
Sandburr Run
Thomson, IL
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A reachable par 5 that plays relatively straight with a wide fairway inviting aggressive play. The green sits with bunker protection on the right, offering a realistic birdie opportunity for longer hitters.
A short par 3 over a modest distance to an elevated green. The compact target demands accuracy rather than length, with limited room for error around the putting surface.
A demanding par 4 that ranks among the course's toughest tests, playing to a well-bunkered green. The hole's difficulty comes from its length and precise approach requirements to a guarded target.
A mid-length par 4 with a straightforward design and moderate difficulty. The fairway provides a fair landing area with the green the primary challenge to hit in regulation.
A shorter par 4 that offers an attractive scoring opportunity if executed well. The compact length belies the importance of an accurate approach to a protected green.
A generous par 5 ranking among the course's easiest holes despite its length. The wide fairway and accessible green setup present a genuine birdie chance for most skill levels.
A brief par 3 that prioritizes precision over distance on a small, tight green. The short yardage offers minimal margin for error with significant trouble surrounding the target.
A solid mid-length par 4 with moderate challenge and straightforward hazard placement. The hole plays fair with a balanced test of both tee and approach shots.
The course's signature hole and most difficult par 4, demanding near-perfect execution from tee to green. Length combined with strategic hazard placement makes this a formidable closing hole to the front nine.
A substantial par 5 that requires solid striking to reach in three, with length as the primary defense. The fairway and green offer reasonable targets without excessive hazard intimidation.
A short par 3 presenting a straightforward but important test of accuracy over water or other hazards. The modest distance allows most golfers a fair chance at the green.
A formidable par 4 ranking fourth in difficulty and demanding full concentration on both shots. Strategic hazard placement and an exacting approach create a premier scoring challenge.
A mid-length par 4 of moderate difficulty featuring a balanced layout with standard hazard positioning. The hole presents a fair test without excessive trickery or unfair advantage.
A shorter par 4 that provides a genuine birdie opportunity for solid play. The reduced yardage allows more direct approach options to the green.
The course's easiest par 5, ranking dead last in handicap with a forgiving layout and accessible scoring. The generous length and open fairway design provide maximum opportunity for birdie.
A brief par 3 similar in character to Hole 7, demanding precision to a small, defended green. The short yardage offers no excuses for missing the target.
A solid mid-length par 4 that plays fairly without excessive difficulty or trickery. The hole presents a balanced challenge requiring competent play on both shots.
The course's second-toughest hole and a demanding closing par 4 that leaves no room for casual execution. Length and strategic difficulty combine to provide a memorable finish.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 8 | 2 | |||
| black | 503 | 152 | 378 | 350 | 284 | 488 | 145 | 353 | 395 | 3048 | 503 | 152 | 378 | 350 | 284 | 488 | 145 | 353 | 395 | 3048 | 6096 |
| white/black combo | 477 | 140 | 366 | 340 | 270 | 452 | 133 | 328 | 383 | 2889 | 503 | 152 | 378 | 350 | 284 | 488 | 145 | 353 | 395 | 3048 | 5937 |
| white | 477 | 140 | 366 | 340 | 270 | 452 | 133 | 328 | 383 | 2889 | 477 | 140 | 366 | 340 | 270 | 452 | 133 | 328 | 383 | 2889 | 5778 |
| red | 426 | 125 | 313 | 298 | 228 | 353 | 113 | 286 | 335 | 2477 | 426 | 125 | 313 | 298 | 228 | 353 | 113 | 286 | 335 | 2477 | 4954 |