Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Crystal Lake Golf Course
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
Crystal Lake Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
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.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Crystal Lake Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
gburke@sterlinggolf.com
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Facilities
Location
940 N Broadway, Haverhill, MA 01832, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Geoffrey Cornish
Opened
1960
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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 Crystal Lake Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for YELLOW
BLUE Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 46.9 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 46.5 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 15 | 11 | — | 4 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 377 | 225 | 440 | 380 | 498 | 224 | 361 | 340 | 188 | 3033 | 410 | 500 | 372 | 142 | 350 | 321 | 135 | 442 | 445 | 3117 | 6150 |
YELLOW Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 42.6 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 32.9 · BR 43.8 · Slope 117
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 15 | 11 | — | 4 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 358 | 198 | 375 | 300 | 430 | 186 | 290 | 246 | 129 | 2512 | 382 | 420 | 311 | 134 | 320 | 248 | 125 | 319 | 380 | 2639 | 5151 |
RED Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 46.5 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 48.6 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 7 | 15 | — | 10 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 197 | 365 | 290 | 400 | 148 | 287 | 235 | 116 | 2388 | 380 | 413 | 300 | 130 | 318 | 235 | 122 | 315 | 372 | 2585 | 4973 |
YELLOW Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.4 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 48.9 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 7 | 15 | — | 10 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 358 | 198 | 375 | 300 | 430 | 186 | 290 | 246 | 129 | 2512 | 382 | 420 | 311 | 134 | 320 | 248 | 125 | 319 | 380 | 2639 | 5151 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Crystal Lake 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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileSee landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
15 Week Flagship Program for Crystal Lake Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Crystal Lake Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Target Cup Accurately On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Beat streaks, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedChip close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedRoll to tap-in range, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPinpoint pitches, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Crystal Lake Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Crystal Lake Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Crystal Lake Golf Course challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Crystal Lake Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5562 yards. The back tees extend to 6150.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Crystal Lake Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70.7 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 Crystal Lake Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6150.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Crystal Lake Golf Course 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 Crystal Lake Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 123.0 and yardage reaching 6150.0 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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