Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Championship.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
95
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 Championship, 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 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Everything you need to know about Championship.
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5200 Colbert Hills Drive
Colbert Hills is a public golf course located in Manhattan, Kansas, offering the polish of a private club with amenities such as dining, lodging, and event hosting. The facility provides tee times, golf lessons, a pro shop, and hosting for weddings, corporate outings, and community events, along with dining at Colbert's Bar & Grill. It emphasizes practice areas, leagues, and tournaments, and collaborates with local organizations like First Tee - Manhattan and KSU Golf Course Management & Research Foundation. The site highlights accessibility for visitors and hosts a variety of golfing experiences across on-course play, dining, lodging, and special events.
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Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jeff Brauer/Jim Colbert
Opened
2000
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Championship hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Championship hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Championship hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Championship hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Championship 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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Showing 17 Programs
% match to course practice profilePrioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Championship. 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.
Full 56 days 76 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Sand
Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Picture Perfect Roll
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
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 · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Full flagship program designed around Championship hole by hole data. Contains 56 practice days and 53 unique drills.
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See landing and roll, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedImprove driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Championship and what to expect.
Championship presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. 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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Championship 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.
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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