Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know South.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
84
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 South, 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 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Everything you need to know about South.
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+44 (0)1250 872622
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+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Lakeside Links Golf Club is a 27-hole golf course located in Ludington, Michigan, offering a scenic golfing experience with views of Hopkins Lake and proximity to Lake Michigan. The club provides professional lessons, events, and memberships, catering to players of all skill levels and ages. It emphasizes a welcoming community, junior golf programs, and leagues, making it a local destination for both casual play and competitive golfing. The facility highlights picturesque greens and diverse hole layouts, and operates with guest tee times and member-focused benefits.
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Holes
27
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Opened
1970
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on South hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on South hole-by-hole data.
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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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South. 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.
Full 54 days 74 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Sand
Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink More Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Escape successfully, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedReduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing South and what to expect.
South presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
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 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.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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