Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Bent Tree.
Total Programs
21
21 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
108
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 Bent Tree, 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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Three Gates Dispersion [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b489a061fc05bd21fccf4_Slide105.PNG)
Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Everything you need to know about Bent Tree.
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14618 East Crescent 400 North
Bent Tree Golf Course is a public golf facility located near Charleston, Illinois. The course offers terrifically scenic views, well-groomed fairways and greens, and a challenging yet approachable layout for golfers of all skill levels. It serves local residents and visitors seeking a regular round or a destination golf experience, with tee times available and course details and rates provided on the site.
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Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Pat Kaiser
Opened
1986
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Drill Library
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bent Tree hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bent Tree hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bent Tree hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bent Tree hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bent Tree hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Bent Tree hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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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 profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bent Tree. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 41 days 58 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Pitch
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Sand
Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read long breaks, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedStop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Bent Tree and what to expect.
Bent Tree is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
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 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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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