Inside the course: Atunyote Golf Club at Turning Stone

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Turning Stone Resort's Atunyote Golf Club is on of the most beautiful stops on the PGA TOUR.
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Turning Stone Resort's Atunyote Golf Club is on of the most beautiful stops on the PGA TOUR.
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Sep. 28, 2009
By PGATOUR.COM

Turning Stone Resort's Atunyote Golf Club in Verona, N.Y., is where the Fall Series begins. Here is all you need to know about the course.

Fast facts
Course superintendent Matt J. Falvo
Original architect Tom Fazio (2004)
Number of TOUR events as host venue 3 (including 2009)
Course ranking Ranked 16 (out of 54) in difficulty on the PGA TOUR in 2008
Yardage history 7,482 yards (2007-present)
Par value: 72
Grass Bentgrass (tees, fairways, greens:; Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, fescue (rough)
Tournament Stimpmeter 12 ft
Sand bunkers 63
Water hazards 8
Course tour Click here
Course record
Player
Jeff Maggert
Jarrod Lyle
Year
2007
2007
Round
2nd
2nd
Finish
T25
T25
Holes-in-one
There have been two aces recorded during the Turning Stone Resort Championship
Player Hole Year
Shaun Micheel 16 2007
Jason Day 6 2008
2008 Rankings
Toughest Hole
On this relatively short par 4, avoid the fairway bunkers that frame the landing area. A simple, mid-to short-iron approach remains. Don't miss the green however; the bunker left and water right await any mis-hits. This could be a great birdie opportunity.
2008: 0 eagles, 26 birdies, 240 pars, 113 bogeys, 27 double bogeys, 3 others.
Easiest Hole
Atunyote's longest par 5 requires three great shots. You must negotiate sand left and water right. The landing areas for the tee shot and second shot are generous. The shot to this very undulating green can be tricky. Proper club selection is needed to avoid the large greenside bunkers.
2008: 7 eagles, 155 birdies, 215 pars, 29 bogey, 3 others.
Atunyote Golf Club 2008 rankings Last two years
Hole Par Yards Avg. Score Rank Avg. Score Rank
1 4 398 4.056 11 3.955 13
2 4 447 4.269 2 4.157 3
3 3 198 3.027 12 3.027 9
4 4 414 3.988 14 3.966 12
5 5 550 4.672 18 4.607 18
6 3 185 3.076 9 3.039 8
7 4 433 4.188 4 4.114 5
8 5 576 4.729 17 4.653 17
9 4 479 4.142 7 4.123 4
10 4 422 4.007 13 3.943 14
11 3 230 3.264 3 3.246 2
12 5 580 4.844 15 4.744 16
13 4 439 4.369 1 4.279 1
14 4 410 4.103 8 4.007 10
15 4 442 4.188 4 4.072 7
16 3 177 3.071 10 3.004 11
17 4 478 4.154 6 4.100 6
18 5 624 4.822 16 4.792 15
Course origins
Atunyote is an Oneida word that means "eagle." The parkland course is highlighted by spacious fairways, large undulating greens and steep-faced bunkers that are hallmarks of a Fazio design. Other notable features include a preserved deadwood marsh, a rock formation and several lakes, streams and small waterfalls.
The largest body of water, measuring 13 acres, runs along three fairways, including the dramatic finishing hole. The property is located in a secluded setting several miles from the resort, creating the ambiance of an upscale country club. Guests enter the property through a custom-designed and crafted iron gate and then traverse a winding two-mile entryway passing along portions of the course, wetlands and forested areas.
The memorable golfing experience begins and ends at the New England-style clubhouse, which is meticulously appointed to provide both luxury and comfort. It houses the players' lounge, locker facilities, pro shop, restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the course, and a private dining/meeting area. The site also includes a practice area with driving range and short game area. -- Source: Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
Tournament course history
Course Location Years
Atunyote GC Verona, N.Y. 2007-present
This week's Kodak Challenge hole
HOLE: The par-3, 230-yard 11th at Atunyote GC
LAST YEAR: The 11th played to a stroke average of 3.264, with players recording no aces, 25 birdies, 273 pars, 92 bogeys and 16 double bogeys.
DESCRIPTION: The longest par 3 on the course is protected on the right by a stream and a greenside bunker. Favor the left side of this large green as it slopes from left to right toward the water. (Click here for Atunyote tour)
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