38% match
For Blue tees
Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Visualization8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Gowanda C C
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
193
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
Gowanda C C Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gowanda C C, 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 20%Aim 18%Precision 18%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.
16.2
Average HCP
9.6
Minimum HCP
30.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Gowanda C C
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range30 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Gowanda C C.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
PAgone@gowandacc.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
2623 Brown St, Collins, NY 14034, USA
Course Description
Gowanda Country Club is a private golf club located in Collins, western New York, about 30 minutes south of Buffalo. Established in the 1950s, it features a nine-hole course originally built in 1956 with a second nine added in 1965, and today is known for well-maintained greens, scenic views, and facilities that cater to members and guests. The clubhouse houses a restaurant open to the public seasonally, and the club also supports events and tournaments with a PGA professional on staff. The grounds team and general manager oversee operations, making it a notable golf destination in the Buffalo area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1956
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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 Gowanda C C, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course features repeating par four tests needing iron control to avoid bogeys while long par fives pose big scoring risks from tee decisions.Front nine brings tougher overall pressure through elevated slope demands.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726481 yards5926 metersCR 70.7Bogey 93.7Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.7 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.0 · Slope 117
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 7 | — | 6 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 351 | 472 | 362 | 195 | 384 | 229 | 537 | 400 | 376 | 3306 | 474 | 166 | 346 | 161 | 351 | 536 | 428 | 329 | 384 | 3175 | 6481 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 725545 yards5070 metersCR 66.5Bogey 86.7Slope 113
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.3 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 43.4 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 7 | — | 6 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 333 | 407 | 332 | 170 | 330 | 136 | 480 | 238 | 316 | 2742 | 439 | 134 | 322 | 125 | 327 | 493 | 338 | 287 | 338 | 2803 | 5545 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726222 yards5689 metersCR 69.5Bogey 91.8Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.1 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 7 | — | 6 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 342 | 465 | 344 | 181 | 359 | 220 | 517 | 390 | 358 | 3176 | 469 | 156 | 333 | 155 | 341 | 522 | 400 | 310 | 360 | 3046 | 6222 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Gowanda C C
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 profile43% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started74% match
For Blue tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Aim20%
Distance Control19%
53% match
For Blue tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
14 Week Flagship Program for Gowanda C C
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gowanda C C. 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.
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 4–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
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 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Reduce 3-Wood Spread
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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65% match
For Blue tees
Control wedge rollout, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min10 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring29%
Accuracy17%
62% match
For Blue tees
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
74% match
For Blue tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control19%
Aim17%
40% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Visualization35%
Distance Control27%
Dispersion27%
66% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
71% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision20%
Accuracy16%
70% match
For Blue 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 Blue tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Aim16%
Distance Control16%
65% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control27%
Dispersion12%
60% match
For Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Scoring26%
Alignment18%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started69% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision16%
Dispersion14%
72% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring18%
Trajectory17%
55% match
For Blue tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment18%
Distance Control18%
65% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control25%
Aim15%
47% match
For White tees
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
63% match
For White tees
Avoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
64% match
For White tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Alignment20%
46% match
For White tees
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy26%
Green Reading15%
73% match
For White tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control19%
Aim19%
Scoring17%
71% match
For White tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
48% match
For White tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
53% match
For White tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim15%
Trajectory14%
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Get Started68% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Aim23%
Distance Control20%
65% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy20%
Aim14%
68% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim35%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy12%
77% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim15%
Scoring13%
63% match
For White tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion16%
62% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Alignment25%
Aim23%
Precision18%
66% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy26%
Alignment17%
72% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion15%
Scoring15%
70% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy19%
Scoring18%
69% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Aim22%
Scoring14%
43% match
For Red tees
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
67% match
For Red tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min1 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Precision30%
Aim27%
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Get Started55% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision31%
Dispersion15%
63% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Alignment21%
Scoring15%
81% match
For Red tees
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision17%
Aim15%
70% match
For Red tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
50% match
For Red tees
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min21 HCP5 drills
Precision36%
Scoring15%
Distance Control10%
43% match
For Red tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
46% match
For Red tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
66% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Scoring24%
Distance Control21%
60% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control20%
Alignment20%
70% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Gowanda C C
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowanda C C
Get answers to common questions about playing Gowanda C C and what to expect.
How difficult is Gowanda C C for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Gowanda C C challenges consistency. With a slope of 124.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Gowanda C C?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6013 yards. The back tees extend to 6481.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Gowanda C C?
With a course rating of 70.7 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 Gowanda C C and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6481.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Gowanda C C and how should I play it?
Gowanda C C 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 Gowanda C C strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 124.0 and yardage reaching 6481.0 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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