Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Hound Ears.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
70
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
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.
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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.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
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.
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
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328 Shulls Mill Road
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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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
George Cobb
Opened
1964
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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.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hound Ears hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hound Ears hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hound Ears hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Hound Ears hole-by-hole data.
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"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.
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Showing 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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.
Full 50 days 69 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Driver
Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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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Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick your spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Hound Ears and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
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.
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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