Thread the gap, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP8 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Deer Run Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
70
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Buck Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Buck, 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 28%Precision 26%Distance Control 20%Aim 13%Trajectory 11%
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.
18.7
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
33.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Buck
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Buck.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
deerrungolfck@aol.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
19605 Bloomfield Road
Course Description
Deer Run Golf Course is a 27-hole public golf destination located in Chatham-Kent, Ontario. It offers outings, tournaments, weddings, meetings, and other special events in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. The course features expansive greens and is set against Carolinian hardwood forests, with water coming into play on many holes, creating memorable experiences for golfers of all skill levels. Conveniently located near Windsor, London, and Chatham, it positions itself as a premier southern Ontario golf haven.
27-hole golf course • public golf course • golf outings • golf tournaments • weddings • meetings • special events • southern ontario golf • carolinian hardwood forests • water hazards • golf destination • family friendly golf
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1993
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Buck
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 12 Programs
% match to course practice profileFeel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min18 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment17%
Accuracy15%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Aim20%
Mechanics18%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
14 Week Flagship Program for Buck
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Buck. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Feel the distance: flop to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Thread the gap: flop through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
Up-and-down contest, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min30 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control21%
Aim17%
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control32%
Visualization24%
Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion13%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
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Get StartedImprove driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Buck
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 Buck
Get answers to common questions about playing Buck and what to expect.
How difficult is Buck for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Buck technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Buck?
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.
What is considered a good score at Buck?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Buck and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Buck and how should I play it?
Buck 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.
What features make Buck strategically challenging?
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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