Tim,
Flew out of Hartford home this afternoon. Didn't even think to give you a call.......
There are a lot of theories on green shape design. The narrow front, wider back green is certainly one of them that deserves to be used on at least a few holes on almost any course. If angled slightly left or right, then narrow opening sets up a preferred angle. Since its easier to make bunkers visible if they have a slight angle (hard to explain in words, but true) the narrower front with bunkers usually looks pretty good.
But, it is a lot harder for the average golfer, and another theory says the greens ought to be wider in the front where aveage golfers might miss and need more room. Even on a design balanced between good and average play, I would favor using it on shorter approach shots, or right now in KS, on a medium length par 3 where the alternate tees makes the challenge more even across the spectrum of play.
When I build the light bulb, I often incorporate a backboard for the large back portion, meaning the golfer can really take 2-3 extra clubs and be safe, while avoiding the front hazards. The back pins become a lot easier, of course, but I believe that adding the tempation of really overclubbing, but resultin in a downhill putt adds to the dilema of playing the safe shot when the Sunday pin is front, between the bunkers.
Short version - I like it, but its hard, and too many courses repeat this element far too often. Its a keeper if used as part of a balanced breakfast,.....er, design.