Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Mill Road Acres Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mill Road Acres 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.
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Skill Distribution
Scoring 27%Precision 21%Distance Control 18%Aim 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
21.1
Average HCP
15.1
Minimum HCP
34.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Mill Road Acres Golf Course
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
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mill Road Acres Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
pgerard@pga.com
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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
30 Mill Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA
Course Description
Mill Road Acres is a family-owned public golf facility in Latham, New York, offering an 18-hole executive golf course and a driving range. The venue serves golfers of all levels with lessons and practice facilities, and is expanding with ongoing developments towards a new pro shop. It emphasizes a welcoming, community-oriented environment and provides accessible tee times for local players. The site also features Otis and Oliver’s restaurant and various member and guest services in the Capital Region of upstate New York.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
58
Type
Parkland
Opened
1973
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mill Road Acres Golf Course
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 profileUse a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim19%
Alignment14%
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim21%
Distance Control20%
Scoring17%
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Get StartedControl distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
13 Week Flagship Program for Mill Road Acres Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mill Road Acres Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision29%
Aim23%
Trajectory19%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control19%
Alignment16%
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision22%
Aim19%
Distance Control16%
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control18%
Scoring15%
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy36%
Alignment20%
Distance Control20%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring28%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
Stick to mid iron line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min12 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Mill Road Acres Golf Course
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How difficult is Mill Road Acres Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Mill Road Acres Golf Course challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 58.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mill Road Acres Golf Course?
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 Mill Road Acres Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70 and par 58, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 58 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Mill Road Acres Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Mill Road Acres Golf Course 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 Mill Road Acres Golf Course 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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