62% match
For Red tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Alignment17%
Scoring15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cottonwood Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
31
31 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
135
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
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+4 more
Cottonwood Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Cottonwood Golf Club, 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 26%Scoring 23%Accuracy 19%Aim 15%Alignment 15%
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
11.4
Minimum HCP
32.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Cottonwood Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Cottonwood Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@bektel.com
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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
2241 Highway 10 Steele, Steele, ND 58482, USA
Course Description
Cottonwood Golf Course is a nine-hole, par-35 public golf course located about 3 miles west of Steele, North Dakota along Highway 10. The course is USGA certified and offers a pro shop, concessions, equipment and cart rentals, and hosts a growing schedule of events and weekly men/ladies nights. Tee times are not required for members or public play, and the club offers various membership options including single, family, and corporate. Green fees start at $20 for 9 holes, and the clubhouse provides the main amenities and event hosting opportunities.
nine-hole golf course • par-35 • usga certified • steele north dakota • public golf course • pro shop • equipment rentals • cart rentals • concessions • weekly men nights • weekly ladies nights • golf memberships • tournaments • events • golf • outdoor recreation • leisure • sports • golf course • recreation
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
33
Type
Parkland
Opened
1993
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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 Cottonwood Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course repeats short par threes for wedges, mid par fours for irons, and reachable par fives, creating steady pressure to nail approaches and avoid bogeys on key repeats.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 705608 yards5128 metersCR 67.4Bogey 88.0Slope 111
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.0 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.0 · Slope 111
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 11 | — | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 567 | 470 | 375 | 372 | 181 | 265 | 125 | 144 | 305 | 2804 | 567 | 470 | 375 | 372 | 181 | 265 | 125 | 144 | 305 | 2804 | 5608 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 704790 yards4380 metersCR 68.2Bogey 94.0Slope 109
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 47.0 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 47.0 · Slope 109
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 17 | — | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 500 | 408 | 325 | 305 | 157 | 226 | 125 | 144 | 205 | 2395 | 500 | 408 | 325 | 305 | 157 | 226 | 125 | 144 | 205 | 2395 | 4790 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Cottonwood Golf Club
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 31 Programs
% match to course practice profile50% match
For Red tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring42%
Distance Control35%
Visualization23%
23% match
For Red tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
57% match
For Red tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Precision17%
Distance Control17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Cottonwood Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Cottonwood Golf Club. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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81% match
For Red tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
49% match
For Red tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Get Started78% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring25%
Alignment18%
81% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring21%
Distance Control16%
Accuracy16%
49% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
71% match
For Red tees
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy29%
Aim23%
Scoring16%
64% match
For Red tees
Mix short game shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Accuracy36%
Alignment35%
Distance Control25%
68% match
For Red tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim24%
Scoring21%
Precision17%
85% match
For Red tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring21%
Distance Control19%
64% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Scoring18%
Precision17%
Aim16%
79% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring31%
Distance Control15%
78% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy21%
Alignment16%
53% match
For White tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment18%
Precision13%
66% match
For White tees
Save par consistently, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP4 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy10%
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Get Started82% match
For White tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control21%
Aim19%
64% match
For White tees
Hit every fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
Scoring18%
38% match
For White tees
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills
Dispersion38%
Precision27%
Scoring13%
71% match
For White tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment21%
Precision20%
Distance Control19%
63% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment18%
Precision18%
49% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
78% match
For White tees
Mix short game shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring21%
Distance Control15%
73% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment19%
Accuracy16%
59% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim27%
Alignment24%
Scoring23%
68% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy39%
Alignment24%
Distance Control24%
58% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Precision19%
Distance Control18%
78% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring25%
Distance Control15%
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Get Started66% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy26%
Alignment24%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Cottonwood Golf Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Cottonwood Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Cottonwood Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Cottonwood Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 111.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 67.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 33.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Cottonwood Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5199 yards. The back tees extend to 5608.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Cottonwood Golf Club?
With a course rating of 67.4 and par 33, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 33 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Cottonwood Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5608.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Cottonwood Golf Club 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 Cottonwood Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 111.0 and yardage reaching 5608.0 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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