Eliminate Three-Putts
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Old Fort Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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
Old Fort Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old Fort 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 Old Fort Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
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.
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Old Fort Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
twilkins@murfreesborotn.gov
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Facilities
Location
1028 Golf Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
Course Description
Old Fort Golf Club is a public 18-hole golf course owned and operated by the City of Murfreesboro, located along the Stones River adjacent to Fortress Rosecrans. The course, renowned for its antebellum landscape and historic setting, offers a par-72 layout with multiple tee options to accommodate players of all levels. It hosts local leagues, instructional programs, junior golf opportunities, and various championship events in Tennessee. The facility emphasizes accessible public golf in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with recent renovations enhancing playability and sustainability.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Leo Howard
Opened
1985
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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 Old Fort Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Family Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.9 · BR 43.7 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 44.3 · Slope 109
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 13 | — | 4 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 220 | 248 | 97 | 180 | 207 | 280 | 260 | 95 | 235 | 1822 | 285 | 195 | 124 | 270 | 309 | 190 | 225 | 101 | 234 | 1933 | 3755 |
Green Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 49.3 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 49.0 · Slope 122
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 13 | — | 4 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 274 | 430 | 123 | 264 | 323 | 422 | 267 | 135 | 240 | 2478 | 421 | 265 | 124 | 298 | 432 | 269 | 294 | 107 | 270 | 2480 | 4958 |
Silver Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.6 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.3 · Slope 131
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 13 | — | 4 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 285 | 462 | 132 | 270 | 343 | 487 | 325 | 172 | 284 | 2760 | 490 | 276 | 147 | 307 | 484 | 320 | 340 | 132 | 353 | 2849 | 5609 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 53.9 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 54.8 · Slope 139
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 13 | — | 4 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 347 | 490 | 145 | 305 | 375 | 522 | 355 | 172 | 330 | 3041 | 500 | 308 | 155 | 378 | 484 | 380 | 392 | 148 | 399 | 3144 | 6185 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old Fort 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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% match to course practice profileSink All Long Putts
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Old Fort Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old Fort Golf Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Get StartedConsistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick line and commit, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedCapitalize on makeable putts, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedLeave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Master touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Old Fort Golf Club
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
JUNIOR MASTERS [Major-invite]
5/27/2026
Masters 2-Day @ Old Fort
6/23/2026
Elite @ Old Fort
8/14/2026
Battle at Old Fort [Phenom]
10/16/2026
Open @ Old Fort
11/13/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Fort Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Old Fort Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Old Fort Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Old Fort Golf Club challenges consistency. The 138.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 76.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old Fort Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4970 yards. The back tees extend to 6185.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Old Fort Golf Club?
With a course rating of 76.3 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 Old Fort Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6185.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Old Fort 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 Old Fort Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 138.0 and yardage reaching 6185.0 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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