55% match
For White Tees tees
Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Green Reading8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cape Fear Cc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Cape Fear Cc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Cape Fear Cc, 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
Scoring 25%Distance Control 25%Precision 20%Aim 15%Accuracy 12%
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.
19.4
Average HCP
11.3
Minimum HCP
32.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Cape Fear Cc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Cape Fear Cc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
cfcc@capefearcountryclub.net
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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
411 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA
Course Description
Founded in 1896, Cape Fear Country Club is the oldest private country club in North Carolina. The club is steeped in southern tradition and is noted for its service levels and quality activities for members. Our challenging golf course is an 18-hole original Donald Ross designed course. The PGA Tour held the Azalea Open at Cape Fear Country Club from 1949 to 1971. Along with golf, we feature premier tennis, swimming, fitness facilities, exceptional dining, youth activities, and many social events.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Donald Ross/Kris Spence
Opened
1896
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(202 reviews)
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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 Cape Fear Cc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a control test packed with short par fours needing exact wedges and reachable par fives pressing aggressive choices that spike scores on misses.
B
Blue Tees Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726232 yards5699 metersCR 76.5Bogey 108.9Slope 138
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 54.5 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 38.1 · BR 54.4 · Slope 138
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 7 | — | 10 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 324 | 361 | 503 | 407 | 177 | 489 | 337 | 149 | 420 | 3167 | 314 | 531 | 393 | 312 | 143 | 478 | 205 | 392 | 297 | 3065 | 6232 |
G
Green Tees Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725239 yards4791 metersCR 70.5Bogey 99.8Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 50.2 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 49.6 · Slope 124
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 7 | — | 10 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 267 | 286 | 463 | 364 | 131 | 420 | 284 | 114 | 339 | 2668 | 289 | 422 | 338 | 219 | 120 | 438 | 162 | 337 | 246 | 2571 | 5239 |
W
White Tees Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725862 yards5360 metersCR 74.4Bogey 105.7Slope 133
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.8 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.9 · Slope 133
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 7 | — | 10 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 332 | 471 | 384 | 160 | 464 | 323 | 137 | 384 | 2963 | 314 | 492 | 377 | 288 | 128 | 460 | 180 | 374 | 286 | 2899 | 5862 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Cape Fear Cc
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile52% match
For White Tees tees
Vary landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control32%
Visualization19%
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Get Started60% match
For White Tees tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy16%
Dispersion13%
40% match
For White Tees tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Cape Fear Cc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Cape Fear Cc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Cup More Often Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Place Every 9 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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62% match
For White Tees tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
86% match
For White Tees tees
Turn into par saves, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy18%
28% match
For White Tees tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision30%
Trajectory29%
51% match
For White Tees tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim30%
Alignment27%
Scoring20%
62% match
For White Tees tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy23%
Scoring20%
84% match
For White Tees tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring22%
Precision15%
67% match
For White Tees tees
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy16%
Alignment14%
82% match
For White Tees tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
Precision16%
71% match
For White Tees tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring20%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy17%
68% match
For White Tees tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started59% match
For White Tees tees
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment20%
Accuracy16%
59% match
For Green Tees tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment25%
Aim24%
Scoring19%
79% match
For Green Tees tees
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control20%
Aim17%
63% match
For Green Tees tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control13%
55% match
For Green Tees tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
41% match
For Green Tees tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
69% match
For Green Tees tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision16%
Distance Control15%
74% match
For Green Tees tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control17%
Aim16%
68% match
For Green Tees tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring23%
Distance Control21%
68% match
For Green Tees tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
76% match
For Green Tees tees
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim18%
Scoring14%
51% match
For Green Tees tees
Thread the needle, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control30%
Alignment22%
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Get Started65% match
For Green Tees tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Scoring18%
Precision14%
69% match
For Green Tees tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy19%
Scoring16%
71% match
For Green Tees tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Dispersion18%
Scoring13%
61% match
For Green Tees tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Distance Control37%
Aim13%
Alignment12%
58% match
For Green Tees tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Precision34%
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
55% match
For Blue Tees tees
Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Green Reading8%
55% match
For Blue Tees tees
Choose a clear target, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP4 drills
Aim38%
Scoring23%
Alignment10%
44% match
For Blue Tees tees
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy38%
Green Reading10%
73% match
For Blue Tees tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision21%
Alignment15%
52% match
For Blue Tees tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
72% match
For Blue Tees tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
41% match
For Blue Tees tees
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
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Get Started65% match
For Blue Tees tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
62% match
For Blue Tees tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Dispersion14%
Alignment13%
60% match
For Blue Tees tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy25%
Alignment20%
73% match
For Blue Tees tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
Precision14%
61% match
For Blue Tees tees
Mix short game shots, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring21%
Alignment19%
73% match
For Blue Tees tees
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision19%
Scoring13%
61% match
For Blue Tees tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment26%
Aim24%
Scoring18%
74% match
For Blue Tees tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control17%
73% match
For Blue Tees tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
Dispersion14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Cape Fear Cc
Get answers to common questions about playing Cape Fear Cc and what to expect.
How difficult is Cape Fear Cc for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Cape Fear Cc challenges consistency. At 138.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 76.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Cape Fear Cc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5736 yards. The back tees extend to 6232.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Cape Fear Cc?
With a course rating of 76.5 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.
How long is Cape Fear Cc and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6232.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Cape Fear Cc and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Cape Fear Cc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 138.0 and yardage reaching 6232.0 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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