Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Desert Sands Golf Course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Desert Sands 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.
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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 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Everything you need to know about Desert Sands Golf Course.
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1922 S 74th St #4140, Mesa, AZ 85209, USA
Desert Sands Golf Course is a public golf facility located in Mesa, Arizona. Established in the late 1960s, the course offers tee times, tournaments, leagues, and instructional programs, complemented by banquet and event facilities. The property features the Oasis Grill for dining and hosts corporate outings and charity events, with online booking for tee times and ongoing specials. The site showcases its facilities, events, and rental options, serving the local golf community and visitors in the Mesa area.
golf course • mesa arizona • tee times • tournaments • leagues • instruction • banquets and events • oasis grill • practice area • rentals • course details • charity events • corporate outings • golf community • golfing • driving range • recreation • outdoor sports
Holes
18
Par
65
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Snyder
Opened
1968
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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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Curated selection of drills based on Desert Sands Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Desert Sands Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Desert Sands Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Desert Sands Golf 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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Showing 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileMaintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Desert Sands Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 38 days 54 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Get Square for Success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land softly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick to woods line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Desert Sands Golf Course and what to expect.
Players often find Desert Sands Golf Course technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 65.
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 65, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 65 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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