Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hickory Ridge Public Golf Center

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Open Flagship Program

Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Hickory Ridge Public Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hickory Ridge Public, 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 27%Accuracy 16%Dispersion 15%Visualization 11%

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.

17.7

Average HCP

10.1

Minimum HCP

33.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Hickory Ridge Public

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]

Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Hickory Ridge Public.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

2727 West Glenn Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

William J. Spear

Opened

1993

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hickory Ridge Public

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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Eliminate Three-Putts

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Hit Every Long Putt

Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Precision26%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion17%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Visualize the line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills

Scoring23%

Aim23%

Distance Control17%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Hickory Ridge Public

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hickory Ridge Public. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 5≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Dial in touch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Scoring40%

Accuracy30%

Green Reading9%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control25%

Alignment25%

Accuracy23%

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Visualize the perfect pitch, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills

Scoring44%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Distance Control24%

Aim21%

Scoring19%

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Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy

Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Short Iron Distance Control

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Hickory Ridge Public

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 Hickory Ridge Public

Get answers to common questions about playing Hickory Ridge Public and what to expect.

How difficult is Hickory Ridge Public for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Hickory Ridge Public challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hickory Ridge Public?

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.

What is considered a good score at Hickory Ridge Public?

With a course rating of 70 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 Hickory Ridge Public and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Hickory Ridge Public and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Hickory Ridge Public strategically challenging?

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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