Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Hickory Hills.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hickory Hills, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Everything you need to know about Hickory Hills.
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Hickory Hill Golf Course is an 18-hole golf facility located in Methuen, Massachusetts. Designed by Manny Francis, the course features multiple tee options and offers a challenging yet enjoyable golfing experience. The venue also includes a bar and grill, driving range, and facilities for golf outings, with instructional programs and online tee times available for visitors. The club provides public access and hosts events, with the Pro Shop and amenities operating in-season.
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Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Manny Francis
Opened
1968
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Hickory Hills hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hickory Hills hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hickory Hills hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hickory Hills hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hickory Hills hole-by-hole data.
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"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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 profileRead subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hickory Hills. 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.
Full 55 days 75 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Turn Chips into Birdie Chances
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Chip
Match Clubface to Target
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control woods height, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw wedges, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Hickory Hills and what to expect.
Hickory Hills is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Hickory Hills 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.
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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