Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mallard Creek Golf Club

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Columbia Station, Ohio, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

First/Second 9 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for First/Second 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 34%Precision 22%Aim 17%Distance Control 17%Trajectory 8%

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.

17.1

Average HCP

11.3

Minimum HCP

30.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for First/Second 9

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

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.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about First/Second 9.

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

34500 East Royalton Road

Course Description

Mallard Creek Golf Club is a beautiful 36-hole public golf course set on 350 acres of gently rolling northeastern Ohio terrain. Just a short drive from the Cleveland area, residing on the north side of route 82 in Columbia Station, Mallard Creek serves tens of thousands of golfers each year, home to corporate and fundraising outings, league play, and public tee-times. The meticulously maintained golf course features full cart paths, 180 golf carts, practice greens, driving range, pavilions, snack bar, and there is also a full service restaurant next door, Bootleggers!In the May 2012, The Plain Dealer's Golf Guide released a wide variety of accolades that earned Mallard Creek some favorable mentions among Northeast Ohio's Top Courses. Some of these accolades included being voted #1 in the categories of Best Greens Fee Specials, Best Accessibility, Best Pace of Play, & Best Hot Dog!"The Palmer family has created a golfer's Mecca at affordable rates, and all four nines are good challenges for us average hacks.There's no better place to plan an outdoor picnic and golf venture than this out-of-the-way Columbia Station gem. I also like the fact that if you call ahead, management is honest. They'll tell you whether you can play at a reasonable pace or if the place is booked to the hilt." Pat Galbincea, May 14, 2007From the low handicapper to the weekend warrior, Mallard Creek offers a challenging, yet forgiving layout designed to keep play moving and provide an enjoyable round for all. Call 440-748-8231 to book a tee time or schedule your group event. We look forward to seeing you this season!

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ron Palmer/Michael Hurdzen

Opened

1992

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for First/Second 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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Make Every Mid-Distance Putt

Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim12%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Precision from tough lie, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP7 drills

Precision36%

Aim18%

Scoring11%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Pitch from fairway, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy18%

Distance Control16%

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12 Week Flagship Program for First/Second 9

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for First/Second 9. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Make Every Mid-Distance Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Make Every Putt Count Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control Driver Flight Path

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Make Every Putt Count Accurately

Eliminate careless misses, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP3 drills

Scoring40%

Precision37%

Aim13%

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Sink Every Mid Putt

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Precision27%

Aim27%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization19%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control33%

Visualization22%

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Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Pick spot and trust, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Aim31%

Scoring16%

Distance Control15%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Check clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Scoring20%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision30%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory17%

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Control Wedge Roll

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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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 First/Second 9

Get answers to common questions about playing First/Second 9 and what to expect.

How difficult is First/Second 9 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, First/Second 9 challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at First/Second 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 First/Second 9?

With a course rating of 70 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 First/Second 9 and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is First/Second 9 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 First/Second 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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