Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for French Woods Golf & Country Club

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Hancock, New York, United States of America

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Hancock Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hancock, 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

Scoring 29%Distance Control 23%Precision 19%Accuracy 14%Aim 13%

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.

13.1

Average HCP

7.9

Minimum HCP

27.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Hancock

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range43 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Longer)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row

Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Hancock.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@frenchwoodsgolf.com

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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

17440 NY-97

Course Description

French Woods Golf & Country Club is a regional golf destination located in Hancock, New York. The property features an 18-hole golf course and on-site amenities including a restaurant, cafe, cabins and lodges, a bar and tavern, and various accommodations. It caters to golfers and visitors seeking a country club atmosphere with dining and lodging options in a rustic upstate setting.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones

Opened

1947

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hancock

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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Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Control Distance

Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control16%

Accuracy11%

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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Avoid 3-putt, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy31%

Scoring19%

Aim15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Hancock

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hancock. 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 · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring27%

Precision18%

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Focus On Green Reading

Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Make Every Mid-Distance Putt

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Land inside 2 feet, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Scoring40%

Accuracy30%

Aim13%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min34 HCP9 drills

Aim23%

Distance Control23%

Scoring12%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Stop pitches near hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP4 drills

Distance Control41%

Trajectory17%

Scoring11%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP3 drills

Scoring23%

Dispersion22%

Alignment13%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Save with mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Dispersion28%

Precision22%

Scoring22%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Hancock

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Hancock

Get answers to common questions about playing Hancock and what to expect.

How difficult is Hancock for mid-handicap golfers?

Hancock presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hancock?

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.

What is considered a good score at Hancock?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Hancock and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Hancock and how should I play it?

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.

What features make Hancock strategically challenging?

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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