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David Stamm

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Guess where, a modern pic
« on: April 14, 2008, 08:24:52 PM »
This one should be very easy for some. Simper and Lavallee are not allowed guesses! ;) Pic was taken last fall. Clues to follow, if needed.


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Adam Clayman

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #1 on: April 14, 2008, 08:57:12 PM »
Is that Temecula Creek with all the trees grown up?
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David Stamm

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #2 on: April 14, 2008, 08:59:58 PM »
I could see that that could look like Temecula, Adam. But no.
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David Stamm

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #3 on: April 14, 2008, 09:21:18 PM »
No other guesses? The hole is a par 3 of about 110 yds and this angle is from the left tee (there is an alternate tee about 30 yds to the right and below this one).
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mike_beene

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #4 on: April 14, 2008, 10:23:16 PM »
With a little imagination it could be the old 5th at Pebble. Could it be at LACC?
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David Stamm

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #5 on: April 14, 2008, 10:29:01 PM »
Quote from: mike_beene on April 14, 2008, 10:23:16 PM
With a little imagination it could be the old 5th at Pebble. Could it be at LACC?

Good guess Mike. You're on the right track.
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James Bennett

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #6 on: April 14, 2008, 10:47:17 PM »
David

I believe it is a George Thomas design, with a 4 letter word that is difficult to pronounce.  The actual hole number has varied, however the preceding hole is very famous.

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James B
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David Stamm

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #7 on: April 14, 2008, 10:56:57 PM »
Quote from: James Bennett on April 14, 2008, 10:47:17 PM
David

I believe it is a George Thomas design, with a 4 letter word that is difficult to pronounce.  The actual hole number has varied, however the preceding hole is very famous.

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James B

You are spot on, James! The hole is the 3rd (old 12th) at Ojai Valley Inn, one of the somewhat intact Thomas holes there. It's one of my favorite short par 3's anywhere. It's a perilous pitch hole that has alot of danger if you miss the green.
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rjsimper

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #8 on: April 15, 2008, 06:49:44 AM »
I'm surprised nobody remarked at how awful and tragic this hole looks :D
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James Bennett

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #9 on: April 15, 2008, 08:42:14 AM »
I recall looking at the back left hole position - wasn't in use when I visited but it would be a doozy.

James B
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David Stamm

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #10 on: April 15, 2008, 10:29:22 AM »
James, I have played it with that hole location. And it is a doozy. Even with a wedge in your hands, you have to feel really good about going after that flag. As you know, a little long and it's tough, tough up and down. I think it's a very neat little hole.
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RJ_Daley

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #11 on: April 15, 2008, 10:46:12 AM »
Is it always in that much shade?  I'm surprised there is any turf on it.
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David Stamm

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Re: Guess where, a modern pic
« Reply #12 on: April 15, 2008, 12:38:09 PM »
Quote from: RJ_Daley on April 15, 2008, 10:46:12 AM
Is it always in that much shade?  I'm surprised there is any turf on it.

RJ, the pic was taken about 6:30 in the morning. I walked out on the course a 1/2 hour before the first tee time since my room was only a short walk to this tee. It is a shaded area, but by afternoon it's a non issue.
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