Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Brook/Graveyard.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Brook/Graveyard, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
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Skill Distribution
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Everything you need to know about Brook/Graveyard.
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7900 Dickey Springs Road
Bent Brook is a public golf course located near Birmingham, Alabama, offering 27 holes across three courses that provide a club-quality experience for public play. Established in 1988, the club underwent a major renovation in 2016 to enhance greens, bunkers, and overall playability. Visitors can enjoy a scenic setting with features like the Graveyard, Brook, and Windmill courses, and there are recreational amenities and an on-site grille for food and catering services. The course emphasizes accessible yet high-standard golf for locals and visitors in central Alabama.
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Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ward Northrup
Opened
1988
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Brook/Graveyard hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Brook/Graveyard hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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% match to course practice profileFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Brook/Graveyard. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedChip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Brook/Graveyard and what to expect.
Players often find Brook/Graveyard technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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