Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Otter Creek Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
North Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for North, 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
Distance Control 24%Scoring 23%Accuracy 18%Precision 17%Trajectory 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.
19.2
Average HCP
10.1
Minimum HCP
35.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for North
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Fairway | Flat
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about North.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
11522 East 50 North
Course Description
Otter Creek Golf Course is a public championship golf facility in Columbus, Indiana, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. It operates a full spectrum of golf offerings including public play, a driving range, practice facilities, a golf shop, and a restaurant. The course hosts numerous championships and offers modern amenities such as Ovation Trackman simulators, golf instruction, and junior golf programs, with Stay & Play options for visitors. Located in Columbus, IN, it serves golfers of all levels and provides tee times, membership options, and event hosting.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Opened
1964
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for North
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control18%
Alignment16%
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision31%
Aim10%
14 Week Flagship Program for North
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for North. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stick Chip Close To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
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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Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory29%
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
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Get StartedSet up for high shot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Alignment33%
Scoring20%
Distance Control18%
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring23%
Distance Control23%
Save par clutch, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Aim25%
Alignment17%
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control18%
Scoring17%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Stick to woods line, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy25%
Scoring18%
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at North
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 North
Get answers to common questions about playing North and what to expect.
How difficult is North for mid-handicap golfers?
North presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at North?
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 North?
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.
How long is North and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is North and how should I play it?
North is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 North 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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