Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ole Monterey Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 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
Ole Monterey Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ole Monterey 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 Ole Monterey Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
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.
Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ole Monterey Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
201 Tinker Creek Ln NE, Roanoke, VA 24019, USA
Course Description
Ole Monterey Golf Club is a historic public golf course located in Roanoke, Virginia. Established in 1920, it offers a traditional course with five sets of tees, well-maintained greens, and classic views of downtown Roanoke, Mill Mountain Star, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The club emphasizes course conditioning and friendly service, and operates as the only public course in the Roanoke Valley. It provides tee times, instruction, and various amenities for golfers of all skill levels.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Fred Findlay
Opened
1925
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
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Scorecard data available for Green
Gold Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.1 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 50.2 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 5 | — | 18 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 335 | 390 | 337 | 370 | 372 | 141 | 411 | 329 | 312 | 2997 | 109 | 316 | 145 | 372 | 367 | 324 | 195 | 435 | 469 | 2732 | 5729 |
Green Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 50.4 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.5 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 5 | — | 18 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 331 | 316 | 334 | 336 | 369 | 135 | 366 | 329 | 277 | 2793 | 106 | 312 | 145 | 359 | 367 | 329 | 148 | 414 | 469 | 2649 | 5442 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 49.4 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 47.6 · Slope 117
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 5 | — | 18 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 324 | 295 | 328 | 277 | 362 | 105 | 362 | 325 | 269 | 2647 | 100 | 271 | 139 | 309 | 308 | 290 | 144 | 409 | 454 | 2424 | 5071 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ole Monterey 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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Showing 49 Programs
% match to course practice profileCheck putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Ole Monterey Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ole Monterey Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
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
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get StartedPrecision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize perfect sand, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Beat streaks, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent wedge length, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand softly, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Ole Monterey Golf Club
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ole Monterey Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Ole Monterey Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Ole Monterey Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Ole Monterey Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 125.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 72.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ole Monterey Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5400 yards. The back tees extend to 5729.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Ole Monterey Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.9 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Ole Monterey Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5729.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Ole Monterey Golf Club 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 Ole Monterey Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 5729.0 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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