Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Knights Play Golf Center
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
94
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
Knight's Play Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Knight's Play, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Knight's Play
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Pitch | Rough | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
All irons (9 to 2) | Tendencies Discovery
Discover tendencies amongst irons raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
All irons (9 to 2) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Knight's Play.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
kjknightsplay@nc.rr.com
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Facilities
Location
2512 Ten Ten Road
Course Description
Knights Play Golf Center is a golf facility in Apex, North Carolina featuring a 27-hole course designed by David Postlethwait, a fully illuminated par-three night course, and a 60-station driving range. The center offers PGA pros for lessons, a full-service clubhouse with a pro shop and an on-site grill, and a shop/online store for equipment and apparel. It emphasizes night golf, approachable play for all levels, and cart-friendly terrain with multiple tee options to accommodate beginners through advanced players.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
54
Type
Parkland
Architect
David Postlethwait
Opened
1998
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Knight's Play
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileKeep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
16 Week Flagship Program for Knight's Play
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Knight's Play. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedApproach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent mid iron length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Knight's Play
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Knight's Play
Get answers to common questions about playing Knight's Play and what to expect.
How difficult is Knight's Play for mid-handicap golfers?
Knight's Play is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 54.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Knight's Play?
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 Knight's Play?
With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Knight's Play and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Knight's Play and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Knight's Play 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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