Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Hickory Hollow.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hickory Hollow, 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 15 out of 25 putts
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Everything you need to know about Hickory Hollow.
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Hickory Hollow Golf Club is a historic 18-hole golf course in Macomb Township, Michigan, situated along the Clinton River. The club offers a traditional, old-school golf experience with mature trees and a newly renovated clubhouse that hosts food and beverage for after-golf gatherings. It welcomes golfers of all skill levels and emphasizes a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, with seasonal operations noted as closed for the 2025 season and a return planned in spring. The property also features event outings and rates information for visitors.
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Holes
18
Par
73
Type
Parkland
Opened
1963
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hickory Hollow hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hickory Hollow 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 Hollow 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 Hollow hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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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 profileAvoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hickory Hollow. 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.
Full 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feel the distance: control your woods rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
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Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Hickory Hollow and what to expect.
Hickory Hollow is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 73.
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 73, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 73 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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