Set your sights on the center of this deep green as you prepare yourself for the par 3, Hole 5 at River’s Edge.

As you prepare to swing, take note of the potential tailwind that often accompanies this hole, which with the downhill trajectory should cause you to consider clubbing down to ensure you don’t overshoot the green and find yourself in a deep swale just beyond. This hole will most often play one club down, and depending on wind direction can play as much as two clubs short depending on pin location.

It is more beneficial to hit your target line and be short, rather than left, right or long. Veering to the right brings the two front bunkers into play, tempting fate and putting your short game skills to the test. A shot to the left introduces the left side lateral hazard as a potential consequence, adding another element of risk to your approach.

Once on the green, navigate the subtle roll from back to front, paying close attention to the pace as it quickens closer to the fairway end. Precision and touch are essential to master this green. Take a moment to study the provided map of the green. This invaluable resource holds the key to your success, as it reveals the intricate ridge lines that may dictate the path your ball needs to follow, depending on the placement of the pin. With a variety of ridge lines at play, observation of the nuances of this green is critical.