Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Highland Plantation
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
100
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
Highland Plantation Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Highland Plantation, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Highland Plantation
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
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.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Highland Plantation.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@highlandsplantation.net
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Facilities
Location
755 St Andrews Ln, Starkville, MS 39759, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Carl Middleton
Opened
1999
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Highland Plantation
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Highland Plantation
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Highland Plantation. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Pitch
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Sand
Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedStick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save with mid irons, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Highland Plantation
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 Plantation
Get answers to common questions about playing Highland Plantation and what to expect.
How difficult is Highland Plantation for mid-handicap golfers?
Highland Plantation presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Highland Plantation?
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 Plantation?
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 Plantation 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 Highland Plantation 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 Highland Plantation 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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