48% match
For Championship tees
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Diamond Creek
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
188
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Diamond Creek Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Diamond Creek, 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
Distance Control 24%Scoring 21%Aim 19%Precision 19%Accuracy 14%
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.
17.6
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
31.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Diamond Creek
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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
Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Diamond Creek.
Contact Information
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
Dobbins Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604, USA
Course Description
The Friedkin Group is a privately-held consortium of businesses and investments, led by Chairman and CEO Dan Friedkin. Established in 1969 with Gulf States Toyota, one of the largest independent Toyota distributors, the company has expanded into various sectors, including automotive, travel, sports, and entertainment.In the automotive sector, The Friedkin Group distributes Toyota and Lexus vehicles and parts to over 150 dealerships across several states. In travel and hospitality, it owns luxury resorts, including the Auberge Resorts Collection. The group also has a presence in sports, highlighted by its acquisition of the Italian football club AS Roma in 2020, and is involved in film production, with Dan Friedkin actively producing films. The company is committed to providing exceptional experiences and building long-term relationships across its diverse portfolio.
luxury hospitality • entertainment production • golf club • automotive distribution • premium automotive brands • sports partnerships • hospitality collection • television and film financing • investments group • philanthropy initiatives • conservation fund • global portfolio • sports club partnerships • luxury hotels and resorts • gulf states toyota • imperative entertainment • american entertainment studio • as roma • auberge collection • automotive • hospitality • entertainment • sports • adventure • management • real estate • logistics • diverse holdings
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Thomas Fazio, ASGCA
Opened
2003
Google Reviews
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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 Diamond Creek, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Championship
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a par four gauntlet testing tee to green consistency where faltering on key par fours risks snowballing scores amid steady pressure to execute repeats.
B
Back (Black) Tee
Gender: MalePar 706607 yards6041 metersCR 72.7Bogey 99.4Slope 144
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 50.0 · Slope 144
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 49.4 · Slope 143
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 1 | — | 16 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 417 | 193 | 444 | 575 | 155 | 368 | 570 | 190 | 429 | 3341 | 325 | 393 | 205 | 535 | 424 | 415 | 448 | 179 | 342 | 3266 | 6607 |
C
Championship Tee
Gender: MalePar 707017 yards6416 metersCR 74.8Bogey 102.4Slope 149
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 51.6 · Slope 151
Back Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 50.8 · Slope 146
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 1 | — | 16 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 472 | 198 | 445 | 614 | 184 | 370 | 573 | 213 | 506 | 3575 | 342 | 406 | 213 | 540 | 426 | 465 | 481 | 185 | 384 | 3442 | 7017 |
M
Middle (White) Tee
Gender: MalePar 706010 yards5496 metersCR 69.6Bogey 94.5Slope 134
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 47.5 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 47.0 · Slope 133
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 1 | — | 16 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 366 | 178 | 408 | 543 | 149 | 324 | 543 | 136 | 396 | 3043 | 316 | 343 | 183 | 494 | 401 | 373 | 404 | 152 | 301 | 2967 | 6010 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Diamond Creek
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile39% match
For Championship tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
60% match
For Championship tees
Thread the gap, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision21%
Dispersion15%
67% match
For Championship tees
Thread the gap, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision25%
Aim14%
12 Week Flagship Program for Diamond Creek
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Diamond Creek. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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68% match
For Championship tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control22%
Scoring20%
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Get Started54% match
For Championship tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
57% match
For Championship tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring32%
Precision22%
Dispersion18%
42% match
For Championship tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
73% match
For Championship tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion13%
65% match
For Championship tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control21%
Alignment11%
72% match
For Championship tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
61% match
For Championship tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control22%
Alignment18%
64% match
For Championship tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment22%
Scoring16%
82% match
For Championship tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Scoring23%
Aim19%
Accuracy17%
79% match
For Championship tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Scoring18%
Precision17%
Distance Control16%
62% match
For Championship tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision35%
Aim24%
Distance Control17%
57% match
For Back (Black) tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control12%
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Get Started46% match
For Back (Black) tees
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control32%
Visualization25%
49% match
For Back (Black) tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
63% match
For Back (Black) tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory18%
34% match
For Back (Black) tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
61% match
For Back (Black) tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment27%
Aim26%
Scoring19%
66% match
For Back (Black) tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy22%
Scoring15%
72% match
For Back (Black) tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For Back (Black) tees
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control38%
Accuracy16%
Alignment14%
56% match
For Back (Black) tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Alignment23%
Scoring15%
67% match
For Back (Black) tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Aim22%
Accuracy21%
74% match
For Back (Black) tees
Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim14%
Dispersion14%
61% match
For Back (Black) tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy16%
Alignment14%
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Get Started28% match
For Middle (White) tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
69% match
For Middle (White) tees
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
44% match
For Middle (White) tees
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
67% match
For Middle (White) tees
Challenge limits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision25%
Trajectory9%
47% match
For Middle (White) tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
65% match
For Middle (White) tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
61% match
For Middle (White) tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
75% match
For Middle (White) tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim22%
Alignment19%
58% match
For Middle (White) tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment19%
Distance Control16%
72% match
For Middle (White) tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For Middle (White) tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring18%
Distance Control16%
73% match
For Middle (White) tees
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control22%
Aim17%
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Get Started61% match
For Middle (White) tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim30%
Alignment22%
Scoring20%
60% match
For Middle (White) tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control40%
Accuracy22%
Precision10%
74% match
For Middle (White) tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Aim20%
Scoring14%
65% match
For Middle (White) tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP3 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring15%
Precision14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Diamond Creek
Get answers to common questions about playing Diamond Creek and what to expect.
How difficult is Diamond Creek for mid-handicap golfers?
Diamond Creek presents a demanding test. With a slope rating of 149.0, it ranks as highly challenging for mid-handicap golfers. The course rating of 74.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Diamond Creek?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6514 yards. The back tees extend to 7017.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Diamond Creek?
With a course rating of 74.8 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Diamond Creek and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 7017.0 yards at maximum length, distance control plays a central role in scoring.
What type of course is Diamond Creek and how should I play it?
Diamond Creek 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 Diamond Creek strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 149.0 and yardage reaching 7017.0 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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