40% match
For Tee 2 tees
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kearney Hill Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
193
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
Kearney Hill Golf Links Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kearney Hill Golf Links, 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 27%Scoring 22%Aim 18%Precision 16%Dispersion 14%
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.
17.7
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
30.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Kearney Hill Golf Links
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Kearney Hill Golf Links.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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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
3403 Kearney Rd, Lexington, KY 40511, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Pete & P. B. Dye
Opened
1989
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(447 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 Kearney Hill Golf Links, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Tee 2
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course repeatedly tests precise irons on short par fours and threes where misses spark bogey risks, while tough-ranked long par fives add decision pressure on positioning for pars. Bogey rating patterns underscore steady short game and putting to counter front-to-back scoring climbs.
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Tee 1 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724960 yards4535 metersCR 68.1Bogey 96.0Slope 119
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 47.4 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 48.6 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | — | 14 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 90 | 355 | 290 | 260 | 225 | 455 | 95 | 350 | 2415 | 285 | 280 | 130 | 360 | 410 | 120 | 290 | 285 | 385 | 2545 | 4960 |
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Tee 2 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725630 yards5148 metersCR 72.0Bogey 102.1Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 50.6 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.5 · Slope 129
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | — | 14 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 340 | 110 | 390 | 375 | 305 | 270 | 500 | 130 | 365 | 2785 | 310 | 320 | 150 | 380 | 430 | 140 | 325 | 325 | 465 | 2845 | 5630 |
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Tee 3 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726150 yards5624 metersCR 74.8Bogey 106.4Slope 134
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.9 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 53.5 · Slope 135
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | — | 14 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 385 | 135 | 420 | 400 | 335 | 300 | 535 | 155 | 400 | 3065 | 330 | 335 | 170 | 410 | 450 | 160 | 355 | 370 | 505 | 3085 | 6150 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kearney Hill Golf Links
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile42% match
For Tee 2 tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
70% match
For Tee 2 tees
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy16%
Aim14%
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Get Started76% match
For Tee 2 tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control19%
Aim15%
13 Week Flagship Program for Kearney Hill Golf Links
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kearney Hill Golf Links. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
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16% match
For Tee 2 tees
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
43% match
For Tee 2 tees
Control mid iron arc, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min28 HCP9 drills
Trajectory28%
Precision26%
Mechanics20%
51% match
For Tee 2 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
49% match
For Tee 2 tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
61% match
For Tee 2 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Scoring23%
Alignment13%
62% match
For Tee 2 tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy22%
Scoring17%
72% match
For Tee 2 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For Tee 2 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Scoring20%
Distance Control18%
62% match
For Tee 2 tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Alignment26%
Scoring19%
64% match
For Tee 2 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control37%
Dispersion18%
Accuracy13%
78% match
For Tee 2 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Dispersion17%
Scoring16%
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Get Started67% match
For Tee 2 tees
Hit intended line, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Aim31%
Precision13%
Distance Control13%
27% match
For Tee 3 tees
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
54% match
For Tee 3 tees
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
65% match
For Tee 3 tees
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Precision22%
Trajectory10%
79% match
For Tee 3 tees
Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring22%
Precision19%
38% match
For Tee 3 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills
Scoring38%
Alignment31%
Accuracy16%
66% match
For Tee 3 tees
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
58% match
For Tee 3 tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
42% match
For Tee 3 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
53% match
For Tee 3 tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion23%
68% match
For Tee 3 tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Alignment18%
Dispersion14%
84% match
For Tee 3 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring19%
Aim18%
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Get Started81% match
For Tee 3 tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision19%
Dispersion14%
43% match
For Tee 3 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring22%
Alignment18%
79% match
For Tee 3 tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control26%
Aim13%
70% match
For Tee 3 tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment18%
Aim16%
72% match
For Tee 3 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy14%
72% match
For Tee 3 tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
49% match
For Tee 3 tees
Mix short game shots, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control23%
Alignment20%
68% match
For Tee 3 tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control25%
Aim15%
39% match
For Tee 3 tees
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
67% match
For Tee 3 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
67% match
For Tee 3 tees
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
62% match
For Tee 3 tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
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Get Started61% match
For Tee 1 tees
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Alignment26%
Aim26%
Scoring18%
82% match
For Tee 1 tees
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim17%
Precision13%
73% match
For Tee 1 tees
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy17%
Aim12%
75% match
For Tee 1 tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
56% match
For Tee 1 tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control40%
Scoring30%
Accuracy25%
74% match
For Tee 1 tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
69% match
For Tee 1 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment21%
Scoring20%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Kearney Hill Golf Links
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United States
North Texas Mid-Amateur Championship
3/20/2026
Stroke
WAGR
MidAm
men
Open for registration
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Kentucky Junior Open
4/17/2026
Tournament
Kentucky Junior Open
women
Open for registration
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HJGT: Junior Open
4/17/2026
Tournament
HJGT: Junior Open
all
Open for registration
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National Links Trust Championship
10/16/2026
Stroke
WAGR
MidAm
women
Open for registration
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National Links Trust Championship
10/16/2026
Stroke
WAGR
MidAm
men
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kearney Hill Golf Links
Get answers to common questions about playing Kearney Hill Golf Links and what to expect.
How difficult is Kearney Hill Golf Links for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Kearney Hill Golf Links challenges consistency. At 134.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 74.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Kearney Hill Golf Links?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5555 yards. The back tees extend to 6150.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Kearney Hill Golf Links?
With a course rating of 74.8 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 Kearney Hill Golf Links and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6150.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Kearney Hill Golf Links 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 Kearney Hill Golf Links strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6150.0 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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