53% match
For Middle tees
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bethpage State Park Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
173
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Yellow Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Yellow, 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.
Skill Distribution
Distance Control 28%Scoring 21%Aim 18%Precision 17%Alignment 13%
Handicap Performance Insights
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.
20.5
Average HCP
11.4
Minimum HCP
34.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Yellow
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Yellow.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
Giving lessons at Bethpage State Park Golf Course? Get featured here.
Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
99 Quaker Meeting House Road
Course Description
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a public-benefit corporation established in 1975 to promote energy efficiency, renewable energy adoption, and emissions reduction. Based in Albany, with regional offices in New York City, Buffalo, and West Valley, NYSERDA plays a vital role in New York’s clean energy transition.NYSERDA focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing the quality of life for New Yorkers through equitable energy solutions. It collaborates with various stakeholders, including businesses, municipalities, and community organizations, to advance clean energy technologies and policies. The organization offers technical expertise, funding for energy efficiency upgrades, financial incentives, and research support. Key programs include initiatives for advanced nuclear energy, agriculture energy assistance, and community-based projects that ensure equitable access to clean energy benefits. NYSERDA serves residents, businesses, municipalities, and researchers, all while working towards a carbon-neutral economy in New York.
state government • public services • state agencies • benefits programs • minimum wage • vehicle registration • my ny.gov id • nine eleven survivors benefits • distraction-free schools • phone-free schools statewide • snap benefits • heap program • ny state apps • translation services • official government information • statewide programs • government websites • online resident services • new york state apps • government • state agency • licensing • benefits • health programs • education • transportation • public safety • community programs
Course Information
Holes
90
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
A. W. Tillinghast
Opened
1958
Google Reviews
Business Not Claimed
⭐4.7(2900 reviews)
View on Google MapsBethpage State Park Golf Course Social Media Presence
Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.
Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Yellow, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Middle
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:The player will repeatedly face short par fours testing drive straightness for easy wedge birdie looks while long par fours and par fives build bogey pressure through positioning errors.
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 715721 yards5231 metersCR 67.1Bogey 88.6Slope 116
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 44.1 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.5 · Slope 116
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 2 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 18 | — | 3 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 15 | — | — |
| Yardage | 395 | 382 | 357 | 130 | 322 | 464 | 139 | 321 | 278 | 2788 | 492 | 160 | 289 | 392 | 170 | 349 | 284 | 467 | 330 | 2933 | 5721 |
F
Forward Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715598 yards5119 metersCR 72.0Bogey 100.7Slope 122
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.0 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.7 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 2 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 18 | — | 3 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 15 | — | — |
| Yardage | 370 | 382 | 357 | 130 | 322 | 464 | 139 | 321 | 278 | 2763 | 476 | 160 | 289 | 392 | 170 | 349 | 284 | 385 | 330 | 2835 | 5598 |
M
Middle Tee
Gender: FemalePar 716055 yards5537 metersCR 75.0Bogey 105.2Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 51.9 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 53.3 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 2 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 18 | — | 3 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 15 | — | — |
| Yardage | 381 | 389 | 366 | 151 | 336 | 474 | 164 | 331 | 375 | 2967 | 510 | 173 | 300 | 410 | 178 | 355 | 340 | 475 | 347 | 3088 | 6055 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Yellow
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.
Filter programs by category (select one)
Showing 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile29% match
For Middle tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
72% match
For Middle tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control18%
Aim15%
70% match
For Middle tees
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment13%
Dispersion12%
10 Week Flagship Program for Yellow
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Yellow. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Mobile app
Star this curriculum and sync to your phone
Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.
★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile
Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started18% match
For Middle tees
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
56% match
For Middle tees
Land softly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
75% match
For Middle tees
Work together for contact, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment24%
Precision16%
36% match
For Middle tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
72% match
For Middle tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim28%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
69% match
For Middle tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy18%
Scoring15%
63% match
For Middle tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For Middle tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control25%
Aim19%
64% match
For Middle tees
Save par clutch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring36%
Aim20%
Accuracy14%
66% match
For Middle tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Aim28%
Alignment28%
71% match
For Middle tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy15%
Aim14%
79% match
For Middle tees
Stop on a dime, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring23%
Precision15%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started70% match
For Middle tees
Thread the gap, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control23%
Scoring13%
61% match
For Middle tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP7 drills
Scoring32%
Alignment21%
Aim19%
67% match
For Red tees
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control18%
Aim16%
75% match
For Red tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment22%
Precision20%
Distance Control17%
51% match
For Red tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
47% match
For Red tees
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
59% match
For Red tees
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control43%
Scoring22%
Trajectory20%
69% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Alignment24%
Scoring22%
63% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control16%
64% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision23%
61% match
For Red tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control16%
Alignment16%
78% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision24%
Aim14%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started66% match
For Red tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Alignment18%
Distance Control15%
72% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy20%
Scoring18%
69% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control23%
Precision15%
51% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy26%
Aim12%
64% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control31%
Trajectory13%
40% match
For Forward tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
36% match
For Forward tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
72% match
For Forward tees
Hit intended line, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Aim31%
Scoring23%
Distance Control14%
74% match
For Forward tees
Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision15%
Dispersion14%
18% match
For Forward tees
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
41% match
For Forward tees
Perfect short iron arc, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min31 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision25%
Mechanics22%
18% match
For Forward tees
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started81% match
For Forward tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment24%
Scoring22%
63% match
For Forward tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy22%
Alignment18%
Distance Control17%
63% match
For Forward tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For Forward tees
Feel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim18%
Scoring18%
68% match
For Forward tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring29%
Aim26%
Alignment24%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Yellow
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Yellow
Get answers to common questions about playing Yellow and what to expect.
How difficult is Yellow for mid-handicap golfers?
Yellow presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 75.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Yellow?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5826 yards. The back tees extend to 6055.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Yellow?
With a course rating of 75.0 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Yellow and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6055.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Yellow and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Yellow strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 6055.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
Nearby Courses
Practice Programs for Nearby Courses
Explore practice programs for courses near Yellow. These programs are designed to help you prepare for your next round.
Showing 9 Nearby Courses
44 Programs
0 km away
Bethpage State Park Golf Course - Black
Farmingdale, NY
45 Programs
0 km away
Bethpage State Park Golf Course - Blue
Farmingdale, New York
47 Programs
0 km away
Bethpage State Park Golf Course - Green
Farmingdale, New York
46 Programs
0 km away
Bethpage State Park Golf Course - Red
Farmingdale, New York
15 Programs
0.31 km away
Champions Nest Golf Club - Red
Edwards, Ontario
13 Programs
0.31 km away
Champions Nest Golf Club - Black
Edwards, Ontario
18 Programs
0.31 km away
Champions Nest Golf Club - Blue
Edwards, Ontario
16 Programs
0.48 km away
High Beech Golf Course - Yellow
Loughton, Essex
16 Programs
0.48 km away
High Beech Golf Course - Red
Loughton, Essex
Same Architect
Courses by A. W. Tillinghast
Explore other courses designed by A. W. Tillinghast. These courses share similar design philosophies and architectural features.
Showing 6 Courses
Swope Memorial Golf Course
Swope Memorial Golf Course
Kansas City, MO
Scarsdale Golf Club
Scarsdale Golf Club
Hartsdale, NY
Championship Course
Ridgewood Country Club
Paramus, NJ
Indian Hills Country Club
Indian Hills Country Club
Mission Hills, KS
Kansas City Country Club
Kansas City Country Club
Mission Hill, KS
St. Joseph Country Club
St Joseph Country Club
St. Joseph, MO