23% match
For Forward tees
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dismal River Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
202
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
White Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for White, 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 28%Scoring 24%Accuracy 16%Aim 15%Precision 15%
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.
18.5
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
31.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for White
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about White.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
83040 Dismal River Trail
Course Description
Established in 2006, Dismal River Club has attracted fervent golfers from across the country and around the globe to the hills of Western Nebraska. In 2016, Joel Jacobs, a native of Mullen, Neb., took the helm, expanding our offerings to include hunting, fishing and an array of outdoor excursions; lavish lodging amenities; and five-star dining. In addition to world-class golf.We are a private club with members hailing from North America and Europe. Contact us today to learn how you can become a member. Limited memberships available. Dismal River offers:GolfHuntingOutdoor adventuresLodgingDiningPlan Your Escape. Call 308-546-2900
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Nicklaus
Opened
2006
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.7(98 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 White, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Forward
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course forces constant decisions on long par fours where bad tee shots spark score blowups, mixes in long par threes needing dialed-in irons, and tempts aggressive par five plays amid bogey pitfalls.
B
Back Tee
Gender: MalePar 727398 yards6765 metersCR 75.6Bogey 102.7Slope 146
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 51.1 · Slope 145
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 51.6 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 5 | — | 14 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 433 | 510 | 187 | 578 | 187 | 348 | 475 | 333 | 618 | 3669 | 190 | 443 | 572 | 433 | 515 | 186 | 430 | 460 | 500 | 3729 | 7398 |
M
Middle Tee
Gender: MalePar 726540 yards5980 metersCR 71.6Bogey 97.3Slope 139
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 48.1 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 49.2 · Slope 140
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 5 | — | 14 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 412 | 415 | 155 | 498 | 155 | 313 | 366 | 285 | 593 | 3192 | 167 | 398 | 536 | 397 | 441 | 171 | 382 | 428 | 428 | 3348 | 6540 |
F
Forward Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725090 yards4654 metersCR 69.4Bogey 98.2Slope 123
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.6 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 49.6 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 5 | — | 14 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 275 | 343 | 120 | 416 | 120 | 263 | 308 | 218 | 460 | 2523 | 95 | 318 | 428 | 267 | 352 | 102 | 330 | 324 | 351 | 2567 | 5090 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for White
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile23% match
For Forward tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
64% match
For Forward tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min26 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim24%
Dispersion16%
53% match
For Forward tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment23%
Scoring20%
12 Week Flagship Program for White
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for White. 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)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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60% match
For Forward tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion21%
67% match
For Forward tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Precision18%
Trajectory16%
64% match
For Forward tees
Turn into par saves, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Alignment17%
Distance Control15%
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Get Started61% match
For Forward tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
70% match
For Forward tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Distance Control21%
Scoring17%
69% match
For Forward tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring20%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy18%
64% match
For Forward tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For Forward tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment21%
Accuracy18%
47% match
For Forward tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim34%
Alignment30%
Scoring24%
74% match
For Forward tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control21%
Scoring17%
71% match
For Forward tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Dispersion15%
Aim14%
70% match
For Forward tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control37%
Scoring14%
Dispersion12%
53% match
For Back tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy34%
Green Reading13%
58% match
For Back tees
Thread the gap, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion16%
41% match
For Back tees
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
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Get Started56% match
For Back tees
Land softly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For Back tees
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control23%
45% match
For Back tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
46% match
For Back tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
67% match
For Back tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring29%
Aim14%
64% match
For Back tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control21%
Alignment14%
64% match
For Back tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For Back tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control20%
Alignment19%
56% match
For Back tees
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Alignment21%
Trajectory9%
63% match
For Back tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim24%
Alignment18%
Scoring17%
74% match
For Back tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control25%
Scoring15%
50% match
For Back tees
Vary landing spot, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP4 drills
Distance Control41%
Trajectory17%
Scoring11%
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Get Started61% match
For Back tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Distance Control22%
Alignment19%
72% match
For Back tees
Feel the distance, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Precision13%
Alignment12%
31% match
For Back tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
61% match
For Back tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
63% match
For Back tees
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
59% match
For Back tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
61% match
For Middle tees
Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
64% match
For Middle tees
Work together for contact, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP7 drills
Alignment32%
Scoring26%
Aim16%
66% match
For Middle tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control10%
80% match
For Middle tees
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring21%
Precision12%
49% match
For Middle tees
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory17%
31% match
For Middle tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision35%
Aim20%
Trajectory18%
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Get Started67% match
For Middle tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
45% match
For Middle tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
46% match
For Middle tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
68% match
For Middle tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring17%
Alignment15%
69% match
For Middle tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision18%
Accuracy18%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about White
Get answers to common questions about playing White and what to expect.
How difficult is White for mid-handicap golfers?
White presents a demanding test. The slope of 146.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 75.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at White?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6244 yards. The back tees extend to 7398.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at White?
With a course rating of 75.6 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is White and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 7398.0 yards, it demands long-iron precision and endurance over 18 holes.
What type of course is White and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 White strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 146.0 and yardage reaching 7398.0 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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