Eliminate mental errors, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min3 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Precision26%
Green Reading14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lake Erie Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
9 Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 9, 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 33%Distance Control 18%Accuracy 17%Precision 16%Aim 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.
16.1
Average HCP
7.5
Minimum HCP
32.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for 9
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8
Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about 9.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mmarcinkewicz@lec.edu
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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
900 Lakeside Drive
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Opened
1973
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for 9
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profilePrecision from tough lie, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control20%
Aim19%
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring25%
Aim24%
Accuracy18%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
14 Week Flagship Program for 9
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 9. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Picture Perfect Roll
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Maximize Long Irons In Regulation
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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Perfect mid iron flight, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP9 drills
Trajectory27%
Precision19%
Distance Control17%
Turn into par saves, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Scoring37%
Alignment23%
Accuracy19%
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim33%
Distance Control17%
Scoring16%
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring25%
Distance Control13%
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring29%
Distance Control12%
Pinpoint chips, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision25%
Scoring13%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Dispersion13%
Precision13%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring33%
Accuracy20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at 9
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about 9
Get answers to common questions about playing 9 and what to expect.
How difficult is 9 for mid-handicap golfers?
9 presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at 9?
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 9?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is 9 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 9 and how should I play it?
9 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 9 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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