From The Fairway After the three tough starting holes, the 4th hole provides a much needed reprieve and a birdie opportunity. A fairway wood or long iron will give the player a short or middle iron to the green. The pin position is critical in the club selection, as the hole can be cut in the front level, a low area in the middle of the green, or on the back shelf. If the pin is in the back, it can make the shot p