42% match
For White tees
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course
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Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
190
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Raymond C. Firestone 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.
Skill Distribution
Distance Control 22%Scoring 22%Accuracy 19%Aim 18%Precision 16%
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.
18.6
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
31.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Short Game26 min
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.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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.
Short Game26 min
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course.
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
600 Swartz Rd, Akron, OH 44319, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Architect
Brian Maybe/Don Paggent
Opened
1995
Google Reviews
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⭐4.5(184 reviews)
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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 Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers twin sets of short par fours for easy birdie pushes mixed with long par fours and par fives pressuring drives for bogey avoidance. Players meet identical strategic spots on both nines for steady scoring tests.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705508 yards5037 metersCR 71.6Bogey 101.0Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.5 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.5 · Slope 125
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 11 | — | 18 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 269 | 144 | 481 | 341 | 386 | 352 | 285 | 336 | 160 | 2754 | 269 | 144 | 481 | 341 | 386 | 352 | 285 | 336 | 160 | 2754 | 5508 |
S
Silver-Green Tee
Gender: FemalePar 704482 yards4098 metersCR 65.2Bogey 91.2Slope 110
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 110
Back Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 110
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 11 | — | 18 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 230 | 113 | 392 | 246 | 341 | 295 | 206 | 294 | 124 | 2241 | 230 | 113 | 392 | 246 | 341 | 295 | 206 | 294 | 124 | 2241 | 4482 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705296 yards4843 metersCR 70.4Bogey 99.4Slope 123
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.7 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.7 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 11 | — | 18 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 260 | 132 | 470 | 328 | 369 | 341 | 276 | 324 | 148 | 2648 | 260 | 132 | 470 | 328 | 369 | 341 | 276 | 324 | 148 | 2648 | 5296 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile63% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min28 HCP7 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
40% match
For White tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
35% match
For White tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Aim20%
Mechanics18%
13 Week Flagship Program for Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Raymond C. Firestone 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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59% match
For White tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring26%
Alignment19%
40% match
For White tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
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Get Started77% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring22%
Precision16%
64% match
For White tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control20%
Alignment18%
69% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For White tees
Mix short game shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring24%
Alignment14%
53% match
For White tees
Make par, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control29%
Alignment28%
67% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim34%
Scoring24%
Dispersion18%
76% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring21%
Distance Control21%
66% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Precision18%
Distance Control16%
63% match
For White tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy36%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
49% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy26%
Alignment22%
40% match
For Blue tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
41% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get Started67% match
For Blue tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim14%
Precision11%
69% match
For Blue tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For Blue tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Precision19%
Accuracy19%
34% match
For Blue tees
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Trajectory24%
Mechanics23%
74% match
For Blue tees
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP4 drills
Trajectory23%
Precision22%
Distance Control19%
46% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Dispersion29%
Visualization26%
Distance Control20%
70% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring22%
Alignment15%
61% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment21%
Distance Control17%
69% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
56% match
For Blue tees
Keep near hole, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment21%
Distance Control14%
58% match
For Blue tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Alignment28%
Aim26%
Scoring20%
76% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy21%
Aim14%
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Get Started67% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim17%
Dispersion15%
56% match
For Blue tees
Pitch close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP3 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring29%
Visualization16%
61% match
For Silver-Green tees
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
57% match
For Silver-Green tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy35%
Green Reading8%
57% match
For Silver-Green tees
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim15%
Precision15%
56% match
For Silver-Green tees
Pinpoint flops, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP4 drills
Precision38%
Distance Control19%
Aim16%
52% match
For Silver-Green tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
61% match
For Silver-Green tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
73% match
For Silver-Green tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
59% match
For Silver-Green tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment27%
Aim26%
Scoring20%
68% match
For Silver-Green tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy21%
Alignment15%
Dispersion14%
69% match
For Silver-Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started75% match
For Silver-Green tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring23%
Distance Control17%
46% match
For Silver-Green tees
Hit intended line, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Aim34%
Precision30%
Dispersion17%
62% match
For Silver-Green tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim30%
Alignment21%
Scoring21%
78% match
For Silver-Green tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy17%
Aim14%
70% match
For Silver-Green tees
Stop on a dime, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim15%
Precision15%
68% match
For Silver-Green tees
Pitch close, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring27%
Distance Control15%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course technically exacting. The 125.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 71.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4995 yards. The back tees extend to 5508.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course?
With a course rating of 71.6 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 Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5508.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course 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 Raymond C. Firestone Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 5508.0 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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