Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The University Course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
194
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 The University 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.
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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 from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
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.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
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.
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Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
Morgan
Opened
2006
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for The University Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
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Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 47.2 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 48.8 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 15 | — | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 398 | 519 | 183 | 389 | 402 | 372 | 400 | 551 | 176 | 3390 | 388 | 378 | 442 | 219 | 412 | 410 | 366 | 519 | 393 | 3527 | 6917 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 46.4 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 47.5 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 15 | — | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 373 | 509 | 176 | 373 | 386 | 359 | 377 | 534 | 163 | 3250 | 366 | 360 | 426 | 203 | 392 | 395 | 343 | 507 | 378 | 3370 | 6620 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.1 · BR 41.5 · Slope 101
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 43.8 · Slope 113
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 17 | — | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 348 | 405 | 165 | 270 | 303 | 251 | 261 | 410 | 120 | 2533 | 290 | 313 | 402 | 165 | 285 | 315 | 275 | 457 | 290 | 2792 | 5325 |
Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The University Course 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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% match to course practice profileRead the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate mental errors, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The University Course. 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.
Full 52 days 71 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
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Hit intended line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control woods height, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFeel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVisualize long lines, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedPick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to mid iron line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The University Course and what to expect.
The University Course presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 72.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6121 yards. The back tees extend to 6917.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 72.9 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6917.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 6917.0 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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