Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Racebrook Country Club

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Orange, Connecticut, United States of America

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

O'Sullivan Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for O'Sullivan, 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 35%Distance Control 21%Precision 19%Aim 12%Accuracy 11%

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.

13.7

Average HCP

7.5

Minimum HCP

26.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for O'Sullivan

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about O'Sullivan.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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pbarnsley@racebrook.org

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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

246 Derby Avenue

Course Description

Since 1912, Race Brook Country Club has provided members and guests with the finest golfing experience on the club's challenging 27 hole venue. The remarkable condition of the championship course, practice area and the O'Sullivan course, a unique "inside nine" provides year round enjoyment for all ages and levels of play. The historic clubhouse, completely remodeled in 2002, provides members with a warm, traditional golf club atmosphere. Our golf shop, completely redesigned by Procraft Heritage Creations in 2010, provides a full range of equipment, apparel and supplies for your every need. Members enjoy a private lounge and grille room as well as access to wedding, banquet and meeting facilities. The club maintains a social calendar full of fun and exciting events. Club professionals offer private instructions and golf clinics throughout the year. From the smoothness of the greens to the views of the sunsets from the clubhouse, Race Brook has much to enjoy.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert D. Pryde

Opened

1912

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for O'Sullivan

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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Sink All Long Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills

Dispersion29%

Visualization26%

Distance Control20%

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Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP3 drills

Scoring30%

Precision22%

Aim15%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP8 drills

Precision27%

Distance Control26%

Aim20%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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12 Week Flagship Program for O'Sullivan

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for O'Sullivan. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control26%

Visualization14%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Alignment27%

Scoring24%

Aim21%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Save par consistently, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Distance Control23%

Scoring22%

Precision14%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control28%

Visualization20%

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Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Thread the gap, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control28%

Dispersion13%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Turn lies into pars, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy28%

Distance Control11%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Get close to pin, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Scoring18%

Mechanics17%

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Control Wedge Roll

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at O'Sullivan

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about O'Sullivan

Get answers to common questions about playing O'Sullivan and what to expect.

How difficult is O'Sullivan for mid-handicap golfers?

O'Sullivan 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 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at O'Sullivan?

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 O'Sullivan?

With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is O'Sullivan 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 O'Sullivan and how should I play it?

O'Sullivan 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 O'Sullivan 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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