Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pennsylvania Run
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
201
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
Pennsylvania Run Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pennsylvania Run, 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 Pennsylvania Run
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pennsylvania Run.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
12900 Christman Dr, Louisville, KY 40229, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Matthew Emberson
Opened
1970
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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 Pennsylvania Run, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 45.7 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 43.7 · Slope 118
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 473 | 155 | 504 | 446 | 395 | 439 | 217 | 380 | 3301 | 286 | 145 | 340 | 298 | 120 | 512 | 125 | 541 | 357 | 2724 | 6025 |
Blue Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.8 · BR 53.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 51.5 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 305 | 490 | 164 | 516 | 454 | 407 | 451 | 231 | 387 | 3405 | 291 | 149 | 368 | 306 | 126 | 526 | 143 | 563 | 366 | 2838 | 6243 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 51.2 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 47.4 · Slope 118
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 269 | 409 | 140 | 439 | 438 | 379 | 423 | 198 | 374 | 3069 | 255 | 142 | 316 | 293 | 115 | 435 | 100 | 436 | 347 | 2439 | 5508 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 53.2 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 50.4 · Slope 127
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 473 | 155 | 504 | 446 | 395 | 439 | 217 | 380 | 3301 | 286 | 145 | 340 | 298 | 120 | 512 | 125 | 541 | 357 | 2724 | 6025 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pennsylvania Run
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 profileShort game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Pennsylvania Run
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pennsylvania Run. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect woods arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedPrecision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Pennsylvania Run
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 Pennsylvania Run
Get answers to common questions about playing Pennsylvania Run and what to expect.
How difficult is Pennsylvania Run for mid-handicap golfers?
Pennsylvania Run is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 129.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 74.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pennsylvania Run?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5876 yards. The back tees extend to 6243.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Pennsylvania Run?
With a course rating of 74.9 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 Pennsylvania Run and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6243.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Pennsylvania Run 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 Pennsylvania Run strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 6243.0 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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