Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Monticello.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
79
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Monticello, 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 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Everything you need to know about Monticello.
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720 West Marion Street
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1922
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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 Monticello hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Monticello hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Monticello hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Monticello 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 profileJudge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Monticello. 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.
Full 51 days 70 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLeave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Monticello and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Monticello challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
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 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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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