43% match
For Gold tees
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hickory Stick Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
193
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Hickory Stick Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hickory Stick 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
Distance Control 29%Scoring 20%Aim 18%Precision 17%Dispersion 12%
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.
18.1
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
30.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hickory Stick Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 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.
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.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hickory Stick Golf Club.
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
4422 Hickory Stick Pkwy, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
Course Description
Hickory Stick Golf Club is an 18-hole Irish links-style golf course located in Greenwood, Indiana, just south of Indianapolis. Designed by Tim Liddy, the course offers a playable challenge across four sets of tees and emphasizes a complete golf experience, including dining and events. The club features a modern, guest-friendly environment with a dedicated golf lounge, a Haven dining option, and opportunities for lessons and outings. It markets tee-time bookings, memberships, and event hosting, serving the Indianapolis area with a focus on quality golf and social amenities.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tim Liddy
Opened
2001
Google Reviews
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⭐4.4(343 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 Hickory Stick Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This compact course delivers steady pressure through short par four approaches and par five layups, where handicap-ranked trouble spots threaten bogeys unless short game stays sharp.This compact course delivers steady pressure through short par four approaches and par five layups, where handicap-ranked trouble spots threaten bogeys unless short game stays sharp.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 714071 yards3723 metersCR 63.8Bogey 86.9Slope 98
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 31.8 · BR 43.3 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 32.0 · BR 43.6 · Slope 98
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 1 | — | 10 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 278 | 260 | 201 | 93 | 252 | 80 | 195 | 282 | 367 | 2008 | 230 | 90 | 255 | 370 | 245 | 201 | 310 | 117 | 245 | 2063 | 4071 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 714944 yards4521 metersCR 68.8Bogey 95.1Slope 112
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 46.1 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 49.0 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 1 | — | 10 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 288 | 281 | 219 | 130 | 314 | 94 | 227 | 332 | 401 | 2286 | 312 | 90 | 321 | 453 | 327 | 300 | 434 | 117 | 304 | 2658 | 4944 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 713030 yards2771 metersCR 59.4Bogey 79.5Slope 85
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 29.8 · BR 39.7 · Slope 84
Back Nine · CR 29.6 · BR 39.8 · Slope 86
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 1 | — | 10 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 185 | 191 | 142 | 57 | 195 | 80 | 176 | 205 | 273 | 1504 | 160 | 52 | 176 | 271 | 209 | 139 | 230 | 90 | 199 | 1526 | 3030 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 716007 yards5493 metersCR 75.2Bogey 104.6Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 50.9 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 38.6 · BR 53.7 · Slope 128
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 1 | — | 10 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 345 | 320 | 160 | 380 | 130 | 305 | 394 | 479 | 2841 | 342 | 128 | 365 | 525 | 410 | 345 | 496 | 190 | 365 | 3166 | 6007 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hickory Stick 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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile74% match
For Gold tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
78% match
For Gold tees
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment18%
Scoring16%
41% match
For Gold tees
Thread the gap, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min31 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory20%
14 Week Flagship Program for Hickory Stick Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hickory Stick 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
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51% match
For Gold tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
72% match
For Gold tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Alignment21%
Aim21%
Distance Control18%
65% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy19%
Alignment13%
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Get Started75% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
56% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Alignment18%
Accuracy14%
72% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim36%
Dispersion15%
Distance Control15%
57% match
For Gold tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring22%
Distance Control19%
76% match
For Gold tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control22%
Aim17%
80% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision17%
Aim14%
43% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
48% match
For White tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
77% match
For White tees
Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Precision16%
78% match
For White tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control20%
Scoring19%
Aim17%
76% match
For White tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Aim17%
Distance Control17%
Scoring17%
75% match
For White tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control29%
Trajectory19%
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Get Started67% match
For White tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
44% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization34%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control20%
77% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring21%
Aim20%
70% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control23%
Scoring15%
74% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment17%
Accuracy14%
78% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim22%
Alignment17%
Precision17%
62% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy17%
Precision14%
78% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Scoring27%
Precision16%
Dispersion16%
77% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Precision15%
Aim11%
45% match
For Blue tees
Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
74% match
For Blue tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started68% match
For Blue tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Dispersion16%
Distance Control13%
51% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control30%
Visualization25%
18% match
For Blue tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
66% match
For Blue tees
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
61% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision23%
Scoring15%
75% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Alignment20%
Aim19%
38% match
For Blue tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment32%
Distance Control22%
74% match
For Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
78% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring26%
Aim13%
71% match
For Blue tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Alignment23%
Aim22%
Scoring21%
54% match
For Blue tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
80% match
For Blue tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision16%
Dispersion15%
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Get Started59% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy18%
62% match
For Red tees
Set sights, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Precision17%
Alignment17%
78% match
For Red tees
Thread the gap, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Hickory Stick Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Hickory Stick Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Hickory Stick Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Hickory Stick Golf Club challenges consistency. The 125.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 75.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hickory Stick Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4518 yards. The back tees extend to 6007.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Hickory Stick Golf Club?
With a course rating of 75.2 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.
How long is Hickory Stick Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6007.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Hickory Stick 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 Hickory Stick Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 6007.0 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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