39% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control47%
Visualization33%
Dispersion12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Houston Oaks Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
195
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Houston Oaks Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Houston Oaks 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.
Skill Distribution
Distance Control 30%Precision 19%Scoring 18%Aim 15%Accuracy 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.
18.5
Average HCP
10.7
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Houston Oaks Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Houston Oaks Golf Course.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
555 Houston Oaks Dr, Paris, KY 40361, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Ridge
Opened
1996
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(233 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Houston Oaks Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a par four gauntlet where mid approaches face constant pressure from tough rankings, risking bogeys without iron control while par fives tempt but punish bold plays.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726898 yards6308 metersCR 73.8Bogey 99.3Slope 137
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.5 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 49.8 · Slope 137
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 1 | — | 16 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 534 | 202 | 392 | 428 | 517 | 363 | 179 | 401 | 456 | 3472 | 567 | 388 | 172 | 423 | 439 | 176 | 344 | 485 | 432 | 3426 | 6898 |
S
Silver Tee
Gender: MalePar 726193 yards5663 metersCR 70.8Bogey 95.0Slope 130
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.7 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 47.3 · Slope 132
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 1 | — | 16 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 489 | 173 | 370 | 375 | 461 | 355 | 155 | 386 | 445 | 3209 | 508 | 349 | 144 | 402 | 318 | 139 | 291 | 451 | 382 | 2984 | 6193 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726489 yards5934 metersCR 72.1Bogey 96.8Slope 133
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 48.1 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.7 · Slope 136
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 1 | — | 16 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 496 | 188 | 370 | 395 | 470 | 355 | 167 | 386 | 445 | 3272 | 533 | 349 | 157 | 402 | 427 | 166 | 291 | 475 | 417 | 3217 | 6489 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Houston Oaks Golf Course
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile48% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started71% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision23%
Dispersion15%
53% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control40%
Alignment19%
Trajectory14%
12 Week Flagship Program for Houston Oaks Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Houston Oaks 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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65% match
For White tees
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
35% match
For White tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory21%
62% match
For White tees
Dial in touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control11%
62% match
For White tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
66% match
For White tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment26%
Aim19%
Scoring19%
74% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy20%
Aim16%
68% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
71% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment20%
Accuracy19%
69% match
For White tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control31%
Scoring10%
66% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Scoring18%
Alignment16%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started69% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy22%
68% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim17%
Precision14%
75% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision24%
Accuracy13%
60% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Aim23%
Distance Control15%
46% match
For Blue tees
Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
74% match
For Blue tees
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Dispersion14%
Aim14%
70% match
For Blue tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control20%
Aim15%
65% match
For Blue tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Alignment21%
Scoring19%
52% match
For Blue tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
47% match
For Blue tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
64% match
For Blue tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
46% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started48% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
77% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control18%
Precision18%
69% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy21%
Alignment14%
76% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
77% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim16%
Precision13%
68% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Alignment21%
Distance Control19%
76% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy17%
Aim15%
72% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision22%
Aim12%
49% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment30%
Accuracy28%
39% match
For Silver tees
Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control8%
63% match
For Silver tees
Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP4 drills
Scoring35%
Precision21%
Aim21%
72% match
For Silver tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Aim19%
Precision14%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started34% match
For Silver tees
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
63% match
For Silver tees
Open up and fly, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP7 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy16%
63% match
For Silver tees
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP7 drills
Trajectory24%
Scoring20%
Distance Control20%
67% match
For Silver tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
20% match
For Silver tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
46% match
For Silver tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Dispersion30%
Accuracy23%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Houston Oaks Golf Course
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United States•36 holes
Carpenter-Chaney Classic
4/11/2026
Match Play
Morehead State University
NCAA Division I
men
Open for registration
View full preparation programUnited States•36 holes
Carpenter-Chaney Classic
4/11/2026
Match Play
Morehead State University
NCAA Division I
men
Open for registration
View full preparation programFAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Houston Oaks Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Houston Oaks Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Houston Oaks Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Houston Oaks Golf Course technically exacting. At 137.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 73.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Houston Oaks Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6546 yards. The back tees extend to 6898.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Houston Oaks Golf Course?
With a course rating of 73.8 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 Houston Oaks Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6898.0 yards, it requires solid mid-to-long iron play.
What type of course is Houston Oaks Golf Course and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Houston Oaks Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 137.0 and yardage reaching 6898.0 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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