Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Donnybrook (Alternate Tees).
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Donnybrook (Alternate Tees), 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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
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.
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG)
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
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Donnybrook Golf is a premier public golf course in the Berkshires, located in Lanesboro, Massachusetts. The facility highlights its elevation and mountain scenery, offering a full public golf experience with open dawn to dusk hours and a range of course-related content such as course videos. It emphasizes Berkshire County accessibility for locals and visitors, and features a family-friendly environment with information about pricing, memberships, and events. The site also showcases its branding as a top Berkshire County golf destination.
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Holes
9
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
James W. Kelly
Opened
2008
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Curated selection of drills based on Donnybrook (Alternate Tees) 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 profileWork on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Donnybrook (Alternate Tees). 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.
Full 56 days 76 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Driving Range · Driver
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Donnybrook (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
Donnybrook (Alternate Tees) presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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 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.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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