Challenge limits, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for George Dunne National
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Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
177
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
George Dunne National Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for George Dunne National, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for George Dunne National
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about George Dunne National.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
16310 Central Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ken Killiaick Nugent
Opened
1982
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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 George Dunne National, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 51.2 · Slope 145
Back Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 50.8 · Slope 139
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 5 | — | 10 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 541 | 413 | 170 | 445 | 418 | 586 | 179 | 392 | 467 | 3611 | 446 | 538 | 401 | 195 | 561 | 457 | 394 | 205 | 454 | 3651 | 7262 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 51.1 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.9 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 5 | — | 10 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 433 | 308 | 115 | 336 | 323 | 474 | 95 | 286 | 352 | 2722 | 319 | 385 | 310 | 111 | 463 | 338 | 286 | 115 | 403 | 2730 | 5452 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 53.7 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 54.0 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 5 | — | 10 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 479 | 353 | 125 | 384 | 348 | 511 | 132 | 316 | 404 | 3052 | 382 | 472 | 337 | 131 | 497 | 379 | 326 | 146 | 426 | 3096 | 6148 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for George Dunne National
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 profilePick landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for George Dunne National
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for George Dunne National. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Control rollout, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
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Get StartedChip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Challenge limits, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize perfect sand, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedMaximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at George Dunne National
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 George Dunne National
Get answers to common questions about playing George Dunne National and what to expect.
How difficult is George Dunne National for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, George Dunne National challenges consistency. The slope of 142.0 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 George Dunne National?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6357 yards. The back tees extend to 7262.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at George Dunne National?
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 George Dunne National and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 7262.0 yards, it demands long-iron precision and endurance over 18 holes.
What type of course is George Dunne National 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 George Dunne National strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 142.0 and yardage reaching 7262.0 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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