Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Great Southern Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
196
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Great Southern Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Great Southern Golf Club, 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 Great Southern Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Great Southern Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
Info@GreatSouthernGolfClub.org
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Facilities
Location
2000 Beach Dr, Gulfport, MS 39507, USA
Course Description
Great Southern Golf is a golf course and resort located in Australia, offering golfing facilities, accommodation, and dining options.
golf course • resort • golfing facilities • accommodation • dining • golf • sports • recreational activities • pro shop • member services
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Donald Ross
Opened
1908
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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 Great Southern Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Khaki Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.1 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 47.0 · Slope 131
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 1 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 9 | 7 | — | 18 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 303 | 396 | 177 | 378 | 345 | 241 | 104 | 470 | 325 | 2739 | 140 | 371 | 339 | 153 | 435 | 467 | 500 | 301 | 391 | 3097 | 5836 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 45.6 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 51.0 · Slope 129
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 7 | — | 18 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 255 | 338 | 166 | 290 | 241 | 236 | 101 | 429 | 294 | 2350 | 130 | 275 | 292 | 135 | 420 | 403 | 465 | 282 | 324 | 2726 | 5076 |
Scarlet Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 45.4 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 49.1 · Slope 121
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 7 | — | 18 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 242 | 338 | 166 | 282 | 241 | 227 | 98 | 410 | 294 | 2298 | 119 | 266 | 264 | 124 | 351 | 403 | 411 | 282 | 324 | 2544 | 4842 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Great Southern Golf Club
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Great Southern Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Great Southern Golf Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFocus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSave par clutch, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Great Southern Golf Club
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 Great Southern Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Great Southern Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Great Southern Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Great Southern Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 120.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 67.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Great Southern Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5339 yards. The back tees extend to 5836.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Great Southern Golf Club?
With a course rating of 67.9 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 Great Southern Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5836.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Great Southern Golf Club 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 Great Southern Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120.0 and yardage reaching 5836.0 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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