Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Paint Branch Golf Course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Paint Branch Golf Course, 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 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
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.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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 with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
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.
Everything you need to know about Paint Branch Golf Course.
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4690 University Blvd E, College Park, MD 20740, USA
Holes
9
Par
31
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ed Ault/Bill Love
Opened
1965
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Paint Branch Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
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Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 29.7 · BR 37.7 · Slope 86
Back Nine · CR 29.7 · BR 37.7 · Slope 86
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 62 |
| Handicap | 1 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 7 | — | 2 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 107 | 176 | 182 | 245 | 352 | 163 | 155 | 292 | 2035 | 363 | 107 | 176 | 182 | 245 | 352 | 163 | 155 | 292 | 2035 | 4070 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 31.6 · BR 43.2 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 31.6 · BR 43.2 · Slope 98
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 62 |
| Handicap | 1 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 7 | — | 2 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 107 | 176 | 182 | 245 | 352 | 163 | 155 | 292 | 2035 | 363 | 107 | 176 | 182 | 245 | 352 | 163 | 155 | 292 | 2035 | 4070 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 29.6 · BR 40.3 · Slope 91
Back Nine · CR 29.6 · BR 40.3 · Slope 91
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 62 |
| Handicap | 1 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 7 | — | 2 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 339 | 79 | 117 | 133 | 201 | 311 | 147 | 113 | 195 | 1635 | 339 | 79 | 117 | 133 | 201 | 311 | 147 | 113 | 195 | 1635 | 3270 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 41.4 · Slope 94
Back Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 41.4 · Slope 94
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 62 |
| Handicap | 1 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 7 | — | 2 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 347 | 91 | 159 | 154 | 221 | 334 | 155 | 136 | 219 | 1816 | 347 | 91 | 159 | 154 | 221 | 334 | 155 | 136 | 219 | 1816 | 3632 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Paint Branch Golf Course 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 profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Paint Branch Golf Course. 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 50 days 69 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Sand from longer range, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedEliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedHit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent woods length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Paint Branch Golf Course and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Paint Branch Golf Course challenges consistency. With a slope of 98.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 63.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 31.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3670 yards. The back tees extend to 4070.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 63.2 and par 31, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 31 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 4070.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
Paint Branch Golf Course 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 98.0 and yardage reaching 4070.0 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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