Repeat putts until consistent, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min3 HCP3 drills
Precision38%
Scoring35%
Green Reading14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Old Hickory Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
100
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Old Hickory Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old Hickory Gc, 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
Scoring 31%Precision 22%Distance Control 20%Accuracy 12%Trajectory 12%
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.
19.6
Average HCP
11.9
Minimum HCP
33.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Old Hickory Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8
Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Old Hickory Gc.
Contact Information
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
1626 US-231, Greencastle, IN 46135, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
William McChesney
Opened
1982
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐3.4(43 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old Hickory Gc
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
13 Week Flagship Program for Old Hickory Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old Hickory Gc. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
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Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Precision23%
Distance Control21%
Trajectory15%
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control16%
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP8 drills
Distance Control38%
Dispersion14%
Precision13%
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control20%
Dispersion14%
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Save with mid irons, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min21 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Precision24%
Trajectory18%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Aim18%
Mechanics15%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy19%
Shape driver flight, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory32%
Mechanics23%
Precision19%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Hickory Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Old Hickory Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Old Hickory Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Old Hickory Gc challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old Hickory Gc?
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 Old Hickory Gc?
With a course rating of 70 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 Hickory Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Old Hickory Gc 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 Hickory Gc 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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