Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Highland Links Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
76
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Highland Links (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Highland Links (Alternate Tees), 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
Scoring 32%Distance Control 22%Precision 19%Aim 12%Alignment 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.
22
Average HCP
13.5
Minimum HCP
36.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Highland Links (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Highland Links (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@johnsongolfmanagement.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
10 Highland Light Road
Course Description
Highland Links is one of Cape Cod’s oldest golf courses, located in North Truro along windswept bluffs overlooking the Atlantic near the Highland Light. The historic links, part of Cape Cod National Seashore, offer a traditional seaside golfing experience with natural rough, heath, and ocean views. Operated by Johnson Golf Management, the course emphasizes heritage, eco-friendly turf management, and community programs, including leagues, specials, and an emphasis on sustainable practices. The facility provides a long-standing golfing destination within the Cape Cod region, adjacent to Truro and the broader Massachusetts coastline.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Willard Small/R- J. Henry McKinley, Hal Conklin
Opened
1892
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Highland Links (Alternate Tees)
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileSquare the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy24%
Aim13%
Master touch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring21%
Aim13%
13 Week Flagship Program for Highland Links (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Highland Links (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision27%
Aim19%
Scoring18%
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy27%
Alignment26%
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
Land inside 2 feet, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy27%
Distance Control20%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring41%
Alignment22%
Aim16%
Pinpoint pitches, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP4 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision31%
Scoring11%
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP5 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control24%
Scoring19%
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Highland Links (Alternate Tees)
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 Highland Links (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Highland Links (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Highland Links (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Highland Links (Alternate Tees) technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Highland Links (Alternate Tees)?
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 Highland Links (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Highland Links (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Highland Links (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?
Highland Links (Alternate Tees) 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 Highland Links (Alternate Tees) 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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