44% match
For WHITE tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hawkshead
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
177
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
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+4 more
Hawkshead Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hawkshead, 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 23%Aim 16%Precision 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
17.3
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
31.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hawkshead
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
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.
Short Game26 min
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.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hawkshead.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@hawksheadlinks.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
523 Hawks Nest Dr, South Haven, MI 49090, USA
Course Description
HawksHead Links is a golf destination in South Haven, Michigan, offering a championship golf course designed by Arthur Hills, along with on-site dining and lodging options. The property features a driving range, instruction, a restaurant with menus, an inn, and event space, appealing to both casual golfers and hosting outings. The course ranges from shorter gold-tee rounds to a championship layout, with a focus on variety and a classic Western Michigan golfing experience. The venue also promotes social engagement through its E-Club, leagues, and wedding/event services.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Arthur Hills
Opened
1996
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Business Claimed
⭐4.6(216 reviews)
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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 Hawkshead, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This layout demands repeated precision on short approaches with elevated scoring pressure from a handful of tougher back nine stretches where errors compound quickly.
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724889 yards4471 metersCR 68.7Bogey 95.8Slope 115
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 47.3 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 48.5 · Slope 116
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 12 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | — | 9 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 296 | 451 | 85 | 281 | 379 | 79 | 227 | 331 | 261 | 2390 | 273 | 213 | 326 | 83 | 429 | 343 | 104 | 423 | 305 | 2499 | 4889 |
G
GREEN Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725590 yards5111 metersCR 72.8Bogey 102.8Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.8 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.0 · Slope 127
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 12 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | — | 9 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 305 | 484 | 122 | 290 | 448 | 121 | 296 | 389 | 298 | 2753 | 326 | 269 | 399 | 133 | 435 | 356 | 133 | 475 | 311 | 2837 | 5590 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726139 yards5614 metersCR 75.9Bogey 108.1Slope 137
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 53.3 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 38.5 · BR 54.8 · Slope 138
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 12 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | — | 9 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 361 | 500 | 139 | 362 | 458 | 143 | 317 | 411 | 343 | 3034 | 342 | 279 | 414 | 155 | 520 | 407 | 149 | 484 | 355 | 3105 | 6139 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hawkshead
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile49% match
For WHITE tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control28%
Dispersion20%
66% match
For WHITE tees
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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Get Started52% match
For WHITE tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
12 Week Flagship Program for Hawkshead
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hawkshead. 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
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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71% match
For WHITE tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
62% match
For WHITE tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control14%
Accuracy14%
57% match
For WHITE tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
56% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Alignment21%
Scoring21%
71% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy20%
Precision12%
72% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Dispersion14%
50% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Distance Control40%
Alignment21%
Dispersion14%
59% match
For WHITE tees
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control23%
Aim20%
67% match
For WHITE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim19%
Scoring19%
59% match
For WHITE tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy28%
Alignment22%
Scoring18%
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Get Started66% match
For WHITE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
77% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min22 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring18%
Aim11%
64% match
For WHITE tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control25%
Alignment13%
56% match
For GOLD tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring39%
Alignment23%
Aim22%
56% match
For GOLD tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment26%
Scoring19%
70% match
For GOLD tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring25%
Distance Control16%
57% match
For GOLD tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
69% match
For GOLD tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
50% match
For GOLD tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment31%
Precision20%
70% match
For GOLD tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control23%
Alignment15%
72% match
For GOLD tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
68% match
For GOLD tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control19%
Scoring16%
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Get Started63% match
For GOLD tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Scoring36%
Alignment17%
Distance Control14%
63% match
For GOLD tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Distance Control17%
Alignment15%
70% match
For GOLD tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Alignment18%
65% match
For GOLD tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Precision21%
Distance Control18%
60% match
For GOLD tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control18%
Alignment16%
81% match
For GOLD tees
Save par clutch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Distance Control27%
Aim14%
56% match
For GREEN tees
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim12%
44% match
For GREEN tees
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
61% match
For GREEN tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP4 drills
Distance Control39%
Precision18%
Trajectory17%
64% match
For GREEN tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control21%
Aim20%
61% match
For GREEN tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Dispersion17%
Scoring16%
63% match
For GREEN tees
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Precision16%
Accuracy16%
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Get Started67% match
For GREEN tees
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
60% match
For GREEN tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
65% match
For GREEN tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Scoring37%
Aim18%
Alignment17%
67% match
For GREEN tees
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Aim21%
Accuracy18%
Precision15%
66% match
For GREEN tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Hawkshead
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
United States•18 holes
MIAA Men's Spring Finale
4/29/2026
Stroke Play
Kalamazoo College
NCAA Division III
men
Open for registration
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MIAA Men's Spring Finale
4/29/2026
Stroke Play
Kalamazoo College
NCAA Division III
men
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hawkshead
Get answers to common questions about playing Hawkshead and what to expect.
How difficult is Hawkshead for mid-handicap golfers?
Hawkshead presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 137.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 75.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hawkshead?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5514 yards. The back tees extend to 6139.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Hawkshead?
With a course rating of 75.9 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 Hawkshead and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6139.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Hawkshead and how should I play it?
Hawkshead 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 Hawkshead strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 137.0 and yardage reaching 6139.0 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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