Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know 1st/2nd.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 1st/2nd, 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 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land flop shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Loyal Oak Golf Course is a premier sports facility located in Barberton, Ohio, offering a comprehensive golfing experience. With well-maintained greens and fairways, Loyal Oak caters to golf enthusiasts of all skill levels, providing a serene environment for both casual play and competitive tournaments.
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Holes
27
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1928
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on 1st/2nd hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on 1st/2nd hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on 1st/2nd hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on 1st/2nd 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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% match to course practice profileRead subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 1st/2nd. 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 55 days 75 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Sand
Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Short Game · Chip
Hit Intended Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
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Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedSquare up, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing 1st/2nd and what to expect.
1st/2nd is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
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 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
1st/2nd 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.
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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