PGA Tour Tips
Date: Sept 29–Oct 2, 2022
The Sanderson Farms Championship is an annual professional golf tournament held in Mississippi as part of the PGA Tour. Since 2014, it has taken place at the Country Club of Jackson in Jackson.
The Country Club of Jackson is a par 72 course spanning 7,461 yards. Previous winning scores of 18, 19, and 21 under par indicate that the course is relatively straightforward and offers scoring opportunities. The layout appears uncomplicated, with clear sightlines and minimal demand for specific shot shaping. Both players who favor draws and those who prefer fades should feel comfortable here. While the overall distance may seem long, much of it is due to the three par 5s that are unlikely to be reachable in two shots for most players. Approach shots are expected to frequently fall within the 100-150-yard range, with particular emphasis on the 100-125-yard range due to the presence of short par 4s and the par 5s. Tree-lined fairways are a notable feature, requiring accuracy off the tee for optimal scoring. Interestingly, the course lacks significant hazards or “blow-up” holes, making it suitable for more aggressive players who tend to score birdies but may occasionally suffer from higher scores on specific holes. The main defense of the course lies in its challenging putting greens, which are known to be tricky and require precision. Successful players will need to excel in strokes gained: approach with a focus on 100-125-yard proximity, ball striking, strokes gained: putting, birdie average, and driving accuracy. While perfect accuracy off the tee is not necessary, players should avoid excessive wayward shots and aim to hit their desired targets efficiently. Driving accuracy ranking within the top 120 or better is considered advantageous for this event.
Target Player Profile #1: We seek players with strong approach play and putting skills, especially those who excel from the 100-125-yard distance. Additionally, above-average driving accuracy (around top 40% in rankings) is desirable. Example – Abe Ancer.
Target Player Profile #2: We prioritize exceptional putters who can also hit a satisfactory number of fairways and greens.
While putting is crucial, we believe that the most successful players are those who combine long driving abilities with strong approach shots and putting skills. Sam Burns exemplifies this player profile.
Our Top 3 Picks:
- Sam Burns @9/1: An American professional golfer who has claimed victories at the Valspar Championship and the Sanderson Farms Championship in 2021. He played college golf at Louisiana State University.
- Russell Henley @20/1: An American professional golfer competing on the PGA Tour.
- Sepp Straka @25/1: An Austrian professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour.
All picks and odds correct at time of posting, we suggest backing Each Way and most betting companies paying 6+ places.
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