Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Marengo Ridge Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
Marengo Ridge Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Marengo Ridge Golf Club, 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 Marengo Ridge Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Marengo Ridge Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
golfshop@marengoridgegolfclub.com
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Facilities
Location
9106 Harmony Hill Rd, Marengo, IL 60152, USA
Course Description
Marengo Ridge Golf Club is an 18-hole public golf course in Marengo, Illinois, offering a course that blends two nines with a history tracing back to its 1963 origins and a renovated clubhouse. The facility features a family-owned operation known for a customer-friendly atmosphere, with a clubhouse that has historically hosted dining and social gatherings in addition to golf. Located on Harmony Hill Road, the club emphasizes a traditional golf experience with events such as tees times, memberships, and competitive play through various tournaments and outings.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
William J. Spear
Opened
1965
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Marengo Ridge Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 49.1 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 47.5 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 8 | — | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 434 | 523 | 380 | 158 | 308 | 511 | 413 | 214 | 422 | 3363 | 410 | 167 | 346 | 506 | 352 | 208 | 377 | 386 | 539 | 3291 | 6654 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 46.1 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.4 · Slope 115
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 8 | — | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 385 | 448 | 322 | 123 | 262 | 468 | 365 | 156 | 377 | 2906 | 377 | 124 | 278 | 400 | 314 | 156 | 324 | 329 | 482 | 2784 | 5690 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 53.4 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.5 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 8 | — | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 385 | 448 | 322 | 123 | 262 | 468 | 365 | 156 | 377 | 2906 | 377 | 124 | 278 | 400 | 314 | 156 | 324 | 329 | 482 | 2784 | 5690 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.7 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 49.4 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 8 | — | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 424 | 301 | 114 | 252 | 440 | 337 | 134 | 355 | 2720 | 349 | 114 | 270 | 390 | 305 | 135 | 290 | 320 | 475 | 2648 | 5368 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Marengo Ridge Golf Club
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profilePick landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Marengo Ridge Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Marengo Ridge Golf Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedApproach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip close, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFeel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Square up, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control wedge loft, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPinpoint mixed shots, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink long putts, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Marengo Ridge Golf Club
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 Marengo Ridge Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Marengo Ridge Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Marengo Ridge Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Marengo Ridge Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 131.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 72.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Marengo Ridge Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6011 yards. The back tees extend to 6654.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Marengo Ridge Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.3 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 Marengo Ridge Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6654.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Marengo Ridge Golf Club 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 Marengo Ridge Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 6654.0 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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