The Architects Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lopatcong, NJ with a par of 71. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,863 yards, slope 134, rating 72.9), gold (6,532 yards, slope 129, rating 71.5), blue (6,172 yards, slope 127, rating 69.6), blue/red (5,625 yards, slope 122, rating 66.7). The hardest hole is #9, a par 4 playing 395 yards from the first tee.
The Architects Golf Club
Lopatcong, NJ
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A welcoming opening par 5 that plays relatively straight with room in the fairway for positioning. The hole's moderate length and lack of extreme hazards make it an inviting start, though accuracy is still required to set up a reasonable approach to the green.
A short par 3 with a direct approach to the green over a modest distance. The compact size of this hole makes it a scoring opportunity, though the small green demands precision with the tee shot.
A strategic par 5 that ranks among the easiest on the course, offering players a genuine birdie chance from the back tees. The relatively straightforward layout and length provide opportunities for aggressive positioning and approach play.
A solid par 4 of moderate difficulty with a fairway that requires steady play throughout. The hole presents a balanced challenge without excessive hazards, rewarding controlled shot-making from tee to green.
A short par 4 that plays considerably downhill from the tees, reducing the effective distance considerably. The reduced yardage creates a scoring opportunity, though the approach shot to the green remains the key to a good score.
The easiest hole on the course, this par 3 is a short one-shotter with a forgiving layout. The modest distance and straightforward design make this an excellent birdie opportunity for all players.
The third-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 presents a significant test of golf despite its moderate yardage. The difficulty suggests a well-bunkered green, challenging approach angles, or other strategic elements that demand precision.
A mid-length par 3 requiring an accurate tee shot to a target green. The hole's moderate handicap suggests it poses a genuine challenge without being extreme.
The signature hole and hardest on the course, this par 4 demands excellence from tee to green across all distances. Strategic hazard placement and/or an undulating layout create a formidable finishing touch to the front nine.
A moderately lengthed par 4 that opens the back nine with a straightforward challenge. The hole is fairly forgiving by back-nine standards, offering a solid platform to build momentum.
A strong par 5 returning to the longer format with genuine difficulty in the mid-course stretch. The yardage and handicap suggest this is a three-shotter for most players, requiring sustained accuracy over distance.
The second-easiest hole on the course, this par 3 offers another good scoring opportunity despite playing longer than Hole 6. The accessible nature makes it a welcome respite in the challenging back nine.
A formidable par 5 that ranks among the course's most difficult holes, requiring strategic positioning and multiple strong shots. The combination of length and handicap suggests significant hazards or routing complexity that test even accomplished players.
The fourth-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 presents a significant examination of golf across all tee distances. Demanding course architecture creates a test that requires precision and excellent execution.
The second-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 is the strongest test on the back nine for most tee positions. Strategic design and length combine to create one of the course's most challenging and memorable holes.
A challenging par 4 of substantial length that provides a mid-to-late-hole test on the back nine. The yardage and difficulty suggest this is a hole where solid play is essential to stay competitive.
A moderately lengthed par 3 closing in on the finishing stretch with a straightforward challenge. The hole offers a fair test without excessive difficulty as players prepare for the final hole.
A fitting closing par 4 of moderate length that provides a solid finish to the round without being excessive. The hole's positioning as the final test suggests good strategic elements that leave a lasting impression.
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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| HCP | 11 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 12 | |||
| black | 509 | 195 | 521 | 440 | 355 | 145 | 412 | 187 | 447 | 3211 | 375 | 544 | 191 | 524 | 482 | 473 | 463 | 200 | 400 | 3652 | 6863 |
| gold | 500 | 185 | 510 | 422 | 345 | 135 | 400 | 174 | 410 | 3081 | 358 | 523 | 182 | 494 | 454 | 432 | 443 | 180 | 385 | 3451 | 6532 |
| blue | 485 | 165 | 497 | 405 | 335 | 116 | 375 | 163 | 395 | 2936 | 348 | 500 | 159 | 475 | 400 | 405 | 423 | 171 | 355 | 3236 | 6172 |
| blue/red | 485 | 122 | 414 | 350 | 335 | 116 | 331 | 163 | 337 | 2653 | 348 | 437 | 159 | 475 | 354 | 352 | 350 | 142 | 355 | 2972 | 5625 |