Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Hillcrest Golf Course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
198
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 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.
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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: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
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4346 Old Hartford Rd, Owensboro, KY 42303, USA
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Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
Alex McKay
Opened
1928
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Hillcrest Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Black
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.3 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.5 · Slope 125
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 4 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 18 | — | 3 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 17 | — | — |
| Yardage | 378 | 172 | 369 | 354 | 517 | 210 | 318 | 340 | 367 | 3025 | 378 | 172 | 369 | 354 | 517 | 210 | 318 | 340 | 367 | 3025 | 6050 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 48.0 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 48.0 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 18 | — | 3 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 17 | — | — |
| Yardage | 364 | 136 | 265 | 286 | 434 | 156 | 282 | 294 | 295 | 2512 | 364 | 136 | 265 | 286 | 434 | 156 | 282 | 294 | 295 | 2512 | 5024 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.0 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.9 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 18 | — | 3 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 17 | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 151 | 341 | 343 | 493 | 169 | 296 | 304 | 308 | 2777 | 376 | 165 | 346 | 350 | 503 | 202 | 310 | 315 | 323 | 2890 | 5667 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hillcrest Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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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.
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% match to course practice profileGauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hillcrest Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 47 days 65 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Precision from tough lie, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedDial in touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedChip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Hillcrest Golf Course and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Hillcrest Golf Course challenges consistency. With a slope of 124.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 67.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5537 yards. The back tees extend to 6050.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 67.8 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6050.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
Hillcrest 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 124.0 and yardage reaching 6050.0 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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