GreatHoles
HOLE NO.
7
Cedar Point Club By Lauren Greenlief
C edar Point Club in Suffolk is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere and scenic views of the Nansemond River, but it also tests a player’ s shot making, particularly with long irons. Originally designed by Arthur Jack Snyder in 1964, the course underwent an extensive renovation by Tom Clark in 2004. That renovation removed more than 600 trees, increased playability, and enabled the club to deliver championship conditions consistently. Cedar Point has played host to numerous VSGA championships, including the VSGA amateur Championships in 2022( men) and 2023( women).
The par-4 7th hole is a pivotal match-play hole and has produced many memorable moments over the years. It is the first dogleg left golfers encounter on the course and often sets the tone as players approach the difficult stretch around the turn. Precision off the tee is essential to navigate a fairway bunker, out of bounds to the right, and trees lining the left side. The approach shot is equally demanding with water guarding the green short and left and a bunker positioned behind the green. Two well-executed shots can produce a birdie, but small mistakes can quickly lead to big numbers.
OUTSTANDING FEATURE
One of the most interesting and dynamic features of the 7th hole is its green complex. The green is long and set on an angle, making approach shots particularly challenging. There is one bail-out area short and right of the green that offers some relief. When the pin is located on the front right, players are left with a manageable chip shot. When pins are placed on the left side of the green, recovery shots from the bail-out area become significantly more difficult. Firm, fast greens often send balls into the bunker behind the green, leaving an intimidating sand shot back toward the water. Pins on the back left are the most demanding, bringing both the water short and out of bounds into long play.
CHRIS LANG
16 V IRGINIA G OLFER | M ARCH / A PRIL 2026