Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hound Ears Club

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Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Hound Ears Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hound Ears, 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 31%Precision 19%Distance Control 18%Aim 15%Dispersion 15%

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.

16.6

Average HCP

8.6

Minimum HCP

30.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Hound Ears

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Hound Ears.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@houndears.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

328 Shulls Mill Road

Course Description

Hound Ears Club, one of North Carolina's finest gated golf communities, offers a tranquil retreat for those who wish to enjoy the crisp cool air of the mountains and the luxurious amenities associated with a private club. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains near the resort towns of Blowing Rock, Boone and Banner Elk, Hound Ears Club embraces a scenic 750 acres, and provides a precedent for comfort and tradition in its more than 50 year history.The vision of Hound Ears Club is to be a family oriented mountain community known for its casual elegance and authentic charm. People come here to escape, feel secure, and to be active and included. The purpose of Hound Ears Club is to create an environment that provides memorable experiences for home owners, club members, guests, and employees that enriches their lives.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

George Cobb

Opened

1964

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hound Ears

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range

Roll to tap-in range, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy29%

Distance Control12%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Precision22%

Aim21%

Distance Control19%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Hound Ears

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hound Ears. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons

Draw or fade long irons, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP5 drills

Trajectory32%

Precision19%

Scoring19%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills

Distance Control37%

Aim20%

Dispersion15%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control28%

Visualization20%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Pick your spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Aim27%

Scoring26%

Distance Control13%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Alignment23%

Aim22%

Scoring16%

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Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Advantage from tee, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Dispersion25%

Precision22%

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Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?

Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring30%

Precision17%

Distance Control13%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control26%

Accuracy15%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Precision24%

Dispersion16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Hound Ears

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Hound Ears

Get answers to common questions about playing Hound Ears and what to expect.

How difficult is Hound Ears for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Hound Ears challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hound Ears?

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 Hound Ears?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Hound Ears 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 Hound Ears and how should I play it?

Hound Ears 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 Hound Ears 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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