Cardinal Country Club
Course at a glance
Cardinal Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Selma, North Carolina (27576). The course was designed by John Nubin and opened in 1966. From the Blue Tees tees, Cardinal Country Club plays to 6,605 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,013 to 6,605 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 72.0, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 56% of rated golf courses in North Carolina. It operates as a semi-private club — members hold preferred tee times, with limited outside play available. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Cardinal Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Cardinal Country Club
Cardinal Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Selma, North Carolina (27576). The course was designed by John Nubin and established in 1966. From the Blue Tees tees, the course plays to 6,605 yards with a par of 72. The Blue Tees tees carry a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
Cardinal Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in North Carolina for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,013 to 6,605 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,605
Slope
124
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 344 rated courses in North Carolina
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 124 | 72.0 | 481 | 226 | 290 | 430 | 328 | 154 | 360 | 395 | 511 | 3175 | 501 | 348 | 313 | 221 | 410 | 202 | 450 | 415 | 570 | 3430 | 6,605 |
White TeesMen's | 120 | 70.4 | 471 | 166 | 279 | 416 | 321 | 144 | 331 | 381 | 495 | 3004 | 490 | 331 | 304 | 163 | 397 | 187 | 433 | 403 | 554 | 3262 | 6,266 |
White TeesWomen's | 137 | 76.4 | 469 | 166 | 279 | 416 | 321 | 144 | 331 | 381 | 495 | 3002 | 490 | 331 | 304 | 163 | 397 | 187 | 429 | 403 | 554 | 3258 | 6,260 |
Gold TeesMen's | 110 | 66.6 | 423 | 152 | 268 | 351 | 311 | 134 | 296 | 318 | 434 | 2687 | 444 | 311 | 258 | 153 | 319 | 135 | 368 | 328 | 492 | 2808 | 5,495 |
Gold TeesWomen's | 121 | 71.6 | 416 | 152 | 251 | 351 | 311 | 134 | 296 | 318 | 432 | 2661 | 442 | 274 | 258 | 153 | 269 | 135 | 365 | 325 | 492 | 2713 | 5,374 |
Red Tees | 112 | 69.7 | 387 | 147 | 268 | 328 | 305 | 128 | 253 | 272 | 424 | 2512 | 441 | 225 | 252 | 147 | 263 | 130 | 362 | 290 | 391 | 2501 | 5,013 |
Red Tees | 104 | 64.3 | 387 | 147 | 268 | 328 | 305 | 128 | 253 | 272 | 424 | 2512 | 441 | 225 | 252 | 147 | 263 | 130 | 362 | 290 | 391 | 2501 | 5,013 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Cardinal Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue Tees | 6,605 | 124 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,266 | 120 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
White Tees | 6,260 | 137 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
Gold Tees | 5,495 | 110 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Gold Tees | 5,374 | 121 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,013 | 112 | 69.7 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 5,013 | 104 | 64.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Cardinal Country Club
Cardinal Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Cardinal Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cardinal Country Club a public or private golf course?
Cardinal Country Club is a semi private golf course located in Selma, NC.
How many holes does Cardinal Country Club have?
Cardinal Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1966. The course was designed by John Nubin.
What is the yardage at Cardinal Country Club?
From the White Tees tees, Cardinal Country Club plays to 6,266 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,013 to 6,605 yards.
What is the slope rating at Cardinal Country Club?
The Blue Tees tees at Cardinal Country Club have a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Cardinal Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Cardinal Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Cardinal Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 919-284-3647 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Cardinal Country Club offer?
Cardinal Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Cardinal Country Club located?
Cardinal Country Club is located at 363 Parrish Memorial Rd in Selma, NC 27576. You can reach them at 919-284-3647.
What is the difficulty level at Cardinal Country Club?
Cardinal Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 56% of golf courses in North Carolina. The average slope rating in North Carolina is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Cardinal Country Club?
Cardinal Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue Tees tees (6,605 yards, slope 124) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (5,013 yards, slope 104) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Cardinal Country Club?
Beginners at Cardinal Country Club should play the Red Tees tees, which play 5,013 yards with a slope of 104. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Cardinal Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold Tees tees (slope 110, rating 66.6) at Cardinal Country Club has a course handicap of 9, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Cardinal Country Club?
A typical round at Cardinal Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.