Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
84
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
Highland Oaks Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Highland Oaks Golf Course, 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 25%Precision 22%Aim 20%Distance Control 19%Trajectory 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.
16.8
Average HCP
8.8
Minimum HCP
29.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Highland Oaks Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Highland Oaks Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
hoaks@gpcom.net
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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
88052 Highland Rd, Ponca, NE 68770, USA
Course Description
Highland Oaks Golf Course is a 9-hole golf facility located near Ponca State Park in Ponca, Nebraska. The course offers a full-service pro shop and on-site restaurant, with amenities and staff focused on delivering a welcoming golfing experience for families, individuals, and groups. It hosts events, leagues, tournaments, and membership programs, emphasizing community engagement and regular play. The course is described as well-kept and family-friendly, situated in Siouxland with convenient tee times and event hosting options.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Martin Johnson Jr.
Opened
1995
Google Reviews
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⭐4.0(9 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Highland Oaks Golf Course
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision30%
Aim22%
Distance Control17%
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control21%
Accuracy15%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory20%
15 Week Flagship Program for Highland Oaks Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Highland Oaks Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Pick Line and Commit
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 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 · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Set a target, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion14%
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Aim17%
Distance Control15%
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Get StartedStop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control28%
Visualization20%
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control19%
Scoring14%
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
Pick line and commit, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min28 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Scoring19%
Distance Control17%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory16%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Highland Oaks Golf Course
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 Oaks Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Highland Oaks Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Highland Oaks Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Highland Oaks Golf Course 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 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Highland Oaks Golf Course?
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 Oaks Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Highland Oaks Golf Course 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 Oaks Golf Course and how should I play it?
Highland Oaks Golf Course 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 Oaks Golf Course 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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