Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Regulation.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Regulation, 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 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Up to 5 players compete to land a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Everything you need to know about Regulation.
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3298 Hoover Road
Deer Valley Golf Club operates an 18-hole championship golf course spanning 6,415 yards with four sets of tees and a 9-hole executive course, located in Deer Grove, Illinois. The club features irrigated bluegrass fairways, bent grass tees, and some of the best greens in northern Illinois, along with a fully stocked golf shop and bar & grill. Visitors can book tee times online, join the eClub for promotions, and explore membership options and event offerings. The facility emphasizes golf experiences for golfers of all abilities and provides additional amenities such as gift certificates and a range of dining options.
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Holes
27
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
David Johnson
Opened
2001
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Regulation hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Regulation 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 profilePractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Regulation. 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.
Full 58 days 79 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Vary Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Short Game · Sand
Save Par From Bunker Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
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Full flagship program designed around Regulation hole by hole data. Contains 58 practice days and 54 unique drills.
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Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedEliminate off-target mid irons, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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5/19/2026
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Regulation and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Regulation challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
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 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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 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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