Visualize long lines, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Brandon Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
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
Brandon Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Brandon Golf Course, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Brandon Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Brandon Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
zane@brandongc.com
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Facilities
Location
2100 E Aspen Blvd, Brandon, SD 57005, USA
Course Description
Brandon Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf course located in Brandon, South Dakota, near the Sioux Falls area. The facility offers a traditional course experience with a clubhouse and panoramic views, along with amenities such as a pro shop and driving range. It hosts events including tournaments, weddings, and other gatherings, serving both champion-level and beginner golfers. The course emphasizes a mature, natural setting and seasonal operations with a dedicated pro shop and on-site staff to assist players.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Brandon Residents
Opened
1979
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Brandon Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.5 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 118
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 4 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 10 | — | 11 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 544 | 191 | 380 | 206 | 345 | 369 | 387 | 505 | 365 | 3292 | 366 | 387 | 414 | 165 | 341 | 350 | 479 | 177 | 405 | 3084 | 6376 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 48.3 · Slope 110
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 47.3 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 4 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 10 | — | 11 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 457 | 145 | 290 | 129 | 252 | 300 | 331 | 427 | 318 | 2649 | 241 | 323 | 336 | 121 | 268 | 276 | 395 | 137 | 321 | 2418 | 5067 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 48.9 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 48.0 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 4 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 10 | — | 11 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 464 | 157 | 296 | 137 | 260 | 305 | 341 | 437 | 326 | 2723 | 249 | 331 | 348 | 128 | 272 | 280 | 401 | 145 | 327 | 2481 | 5204 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Brandon Golf Course
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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Showing 45 Programs
% match to course practice profileGet square, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Brandon Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Brandon Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Align putter head, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedControl ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedRead the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Shape driver flight, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Brandon Golf Course
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 Brandon Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Brandon Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Brandon Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Brandon Golf Course technically exacting. With a slope of 122.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Brandon Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5722 yards. The back tees extend to 6376.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Brandon Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70.4 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 Brandon Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6376.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Brandon Golf Course and how should I play it?
Brandon Golf Course is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Brandon Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 122.0 and yardage reaching 6376.0 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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