Sheaffer Memorial Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Fort Madison, IA with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,668 yards, slope 122, rating 71.6), white (6,303 yards, slope 121, rating 69.7), yellow (5,365 yards, slope 111, rating 65.3), red (5,187 yards, slope 109, rating 64.5). The hardest hole is #2, a par 4 playing 304 yards from the first tee.
Sheaffer Memorial Golf Course
Fort Madison, IA
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A mid-length par 5 with a relatively straightforward layout that offers birdie opportunities for longer hitters. The fairway is open off the tee, but the approach shot demands accuracy as the green is the primary focus of defense.
The course's most difficult hole, this par 4 requires a precise tee shot and a demanding approach to a well-protected green. The compact yardage from the forward tees masks the challenge that awaits from the longer markers.
A lengthy par 5 with a relatively open corridor that rewards solid striking on the first two shots. The hole's considerable length from the back tees makes reaching the green in regulation a significant accomplishment.
A short par 4 that plays deceptively straightforward, offering a respite from the course's more demanding holes. The brief yardage invites aggressive play, though accuracy remains paramount around the green.
A short one-shot hole that provides a brief rest between par 4s. The modest distance belies the need for an accurate strike to find the center of the putting surface.
A diminutive par 4 where position off the tee is critical to approach this green effectively. The tight confines of this hole demand precision over power.
A mid-length par 4 with a balanced design that tests both long and short games equally. The fairway allows a comfortable landing area, while the approach shot determines the scoring opportunity.
The course's shortest hole, this par 3 is an inviting opportunity to add a birdie to the scorecard. Despite its brevity, accuracy to the small green is essential.
A challenging mid-length par 4 that plays shorter than the scorecard suggests from forward positions. The hole's design and positioning create a strategic puzzle that rewards thoughtful execution.
A solid par 4 of moderate difficulty that requires both distance and control to set up a scoreable approach. The fairway configuration demands a well-placed tee shot for the best angle to the green.
An approachable par 3 that ranks among the course's easiest one-shot holes. The green is accessible to all skill levels, making this an ideal scoring opportunity.
A short par 4 that emphasizes placement over raw distance to create a favorable second shot. The hole's modest length offers birdie potential for those who execute cleanly.
A compact par 5 that plays shorter than traditional three-shot holes, presenting genuine birdie opportunities for sound strikers. The relatively tight yardage concentrates the challenge into a shorter span.
A short par 4 designed to be one of the course's more manageable four-shot holes. The abbreviated length makes scoring opportunities available to most players.
The second-most difficult hole on the course, this par 4 presents a stiff examination despite the moderate yardage from select tees. The hole's design and hazard placement demand respect and precision throughout the swing.
A mid-length par 3 that provides a reasonable one-shot scoring chance as the back nine winds down. The green's positioning requires a steady strike from the selected tee box.
A substantial par 4 with considerable length from the back that tests both power and accuracy off the tee. The yardage disparity between tee boxes creates vastly different challenges depending on the selected marker.
The course's second-most demanding hole, this finishing par 5 provides a dramatic conclusion with significant length that plays true to the scorecard. A strong finish requires both distance control and precision on the approach shot to a well-protected green.
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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 2 | |||
| black | 492 | 438 | 528 | 400 | 195 | 354 | 347 | 131 | 347 | 3232 | 398 | 187 | 376 | 463 | 391 | 378 | 225 | 441 | 577 | 3436 | 6668 |
| white | 477 | 428 | 513 | 361 | 170 | 293 | 339 | 126 | 337 | 3044 | 388 | 175 | 364 | 458 | 371 | 368 | 200 | 378 | 557 | 3259 | 6303 |
| yellow | 467 | 310 | 450 | 305 | 150 | 268 | 319 | 105 | 252 | 2626 | 315 | 165 | 300 | 435 | 290 | 267 | 172 | 315 | 480 | 2739 | 5365 |
| red | 446 | 304 | 429 | 293 | 143 | 268 | 319 | 99 | 245 | 2546 | 298 | 138 | 290 | 435 | 279 | 257 | 165 | 304 | 475 | 2641 | 5187 |