17th Hole – "Island Green" at TPC Sawgrass (Stadium Course), Florida, USA

17th Hole – "Island Green" at TPC Sawgrass (Stadium Course), Florida, USA
This short par-3 features a green almost entirely surrounded by water, challenging golfers' precision and nerve.

Few holes in golf stir the nerves like the 17th at TPC Sawgrass. Known as the “Island Green,” this iconic par-3 stretches just 137 yards—but what it lacks in distance, it more than makes up for in drama. Surrounded almost entirely by water, the target is small, the wind is unpredictable, and the margin for error is razor thin. It’s the kind of hole where confidence must be earned, and one well-struck shot can make a memory for life.

What makes the 17th especially challenging is the mental weight it carries. The green’s shape and placement force players to fully commit to their club selection and swing tempo. Anything tentative often ends in a splash. But even after navigating the tee shot, the test isn't over. The green’s subtle slopes and quick pace require absolute focus to sink that all-important birdie—or save par.

This is where having the right equipment matters. TimberTouch putters are engineered to deliver reliability and precision on demanding greens like the 17th. Our putters reduce skid and initiate true roll more quickly, giving players a better chance to judge distance on lightning-fast, high-pressure putts. With a wide, stable sweet spot and customizable head weights, TimberTouch putters help you maintain confidence when the stakes are highest—whether it’s the Island Green or your weekend league final.

The 17th hole is a pure test of nerve and execution. It reminds us that in golf, as in life, sometimes the shortest holes carry the biggest impact—and the best tools help you rise to the occasion.