Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Hillcrest Country Club.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
179
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hillcrest Country 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.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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.
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.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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.
Everything you need to know about Hillcrest Country Club.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
Resident Professionals
Coaching here? We'll bring you new lessons. .
Contact links shown for featured coaches.
27749 Prospect Ave, Adel, IA 50003, USA
Hillcrest Country Club is a private 9-hole golf club near Adel, Iowa that overlooks the scenic Raccoon River Valley. The golf course is a par 70 with 4 alternate tee boxes which provides you the feel of playing an 18-hole layout. The club offers private golf cart storage, golf cart rental, men's and women's leagues, and various golf events.
golf • country club • private golf club • golf course • golf events
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bob Lohmann
Opened
1956
Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.
Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Hillcrest Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.2 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.2 · Slope 109
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 3 | — | 6 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 341 | 107 | 415 | 374 | 352 | 135 | 430 | 315 | 232 | 2701 | 341 | 107 | 415 | 374 | 352 | 147 | 430 | 315 | 163 | 2644 | 5345 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.4 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.6 · Slope 115
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 3 | — | 6 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 355 | 107 | 463 | 374 | 352 | 135 | 505 | 330 | 232 | 2853 | 355 | 125 | 463 | 374 | 352 | 185 | 505 | 345 | 163 | 2867 | 5720 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 49.0 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 47.5 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 15 | — | 6 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 341 | 95 | 415 | 278 | 348 | 118 | 430 | 315 | 232 | 2572 | 341 | 107 | 415 | 374 | 348 | 135 | 235 | 315 | 153 | 2423 | 4995 |
Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
Category
Duration
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Country Club hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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.
Filter programs by category (select one)
Showing 47 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hillcrest Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 38 days 54 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Download Premium PDF Program
Full flagship program designed around Hillcrest Country Club hole by hole data. Contains 38 practice days and 32 unique drills.
One-time purchase • Secure Stripe checkout • Email + instant download
Mobile app
Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.
Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.
Pick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Challenge limits, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop close from tight lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop close from tight lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Beat streaks, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedThread the needle, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Embed Widget Tool
Live preview this course widget, tune the settings, and copy the embed snippet for your website.
Copy this embed code
<div data-drills-golf-widget data-type="course" data-slug="hillcrest-country-club-adel" data-drills="2" data-layout="horizontal" data-skill-layout="horizontal" data-width="100%" data-background="#0b1220" data-card-background="#1f2937" data-accent="#22c55e" data-plain-text-color="#e2e8f0" data-box-text-color="#e2e8f0" ></div> <script src="https://drills.golf/widgets/drills-widget.js" async></script>
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Hillcrest Country Club and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Hillcrest Country Club challenges consistency. With a slope of 115.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 67.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5358 yards. The back tees extend to 5720.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 67.7 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.
Measuring 5720.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
Hillcrest Country Club 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 115.0 and yardage reaching 5720.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
Nearby Courses
Explore practice programs for courses near Hillcrest Country Club. These programs are designed to help you prepare for your next round.
Cheongwon, North Chungcheong
Adel, IA
Waukee, IA
West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA
Urbandale, IA
Grimes, IA
Grimes, Iowa
Same Architect
Explore other courses designed by Bob Lohmann. These courses share similar design philosophies and architectural features.
Wicker Memorial Park Golf Course
Highland, IN
Two Oaks North
Wautoma, WI
Indianhead Golf Course
Mosinee, WI
Twin Bridges Golf Club
California, KY
Pebble Creek Golf Course
Leclaire, IA
Meadowbrook Golf Course (Lubbock)
Lubbock, TX