Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Merrick Park Golf Course.
Total Programs
20
20 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
91
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Merrick Park Golf Course, 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.
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Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Everything you need to know about Merrick Park Golf Course.
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2550 Clubhouse Rd # 1, Merrick, NY 11566, USA
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Francis Duane
Opened
1967
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Merrick Park Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 45.7 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 45.7 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 | — | 2 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 490 | 163 | 365 | 410 | 360 | 495 | 340 | 168 | 410 | 3201 | 490 | 163 | 365 | 410 | 360 | 495 | 340 | 168 | 410 | 3201 | 6402 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.1 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.1 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 | — | 2 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 480 | 147 | 351 | 405 | 353 | 487 | 330 | 159 | 403 | 3115 | 480 | 147 | 351 | 405 | 353 | 487 | 330 | 159 | 403 | 3115 | 6230 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Merrick Park Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Merrick Park Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Merrick Park Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Merrick Park Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Merrick Park Golf Course 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 profileSand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Merrick Park Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 43 days 60 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Merrick Park Golf Course and what to expect.
Merrick Park Golf Course is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 114.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6316 yards. The back tees extend to 6402.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70.2 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6402.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Merrick Park Golf Course 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 114.0 and yardage reaching 6402.0 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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