Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Rosapenna Hotel & Golf Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
St. Patrick's Links Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for St. Patrick's Links, 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
Precision 25%Distance Control 23%Scoring 22%Aim 14%Dispersion 14%
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.
16.8
Average HCP
9.2
Minimum HCP
29.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for St. Patrick's Links
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst woods a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Flop | 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 flop shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about St. Patrick's Links.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@rosapenna.ie
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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
9 Casey's Apartments
Course Description
Rosapenna is a luxury golf resort and hotel complex located in Downings, Co. Donegal, Ireland. It hosts three championship links—the Old Tom Morris Links, the Sandy Hills Links, and St Patrick’s Links by Tom Doak—on a scenic headland by Sheephaven Bay, offering a premier world-class golf experience and upscale on-site accommodations. The resort emphasizes golf breaks, resort amenities, and a range of leisure activities, drawing visitors seeking top-ranked courses and coastal scenery. Rosapenna positions itself as a premier Irish golf destination with a reputation for historic layouts and award-worthy new designs.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
71
Type
Links
Architect
Pat Ruddy
Opened
2003
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for St. Patrick's Links
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 profilePinpoint chips, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Aim24%
Distance Control16%
Pinpoint flops, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Dispersion16%
Aim15%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
14 Week Flagship Program for St. Patrick's Links
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for St. Patrick's Links. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Stick Every High Flop To Green
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Land it softly with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Get StartedStop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Distance Control22%
Alignment18%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment17%
Accuracy17%
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision18%
Scoring14%
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Aim16%
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
Control woods height, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Trajectory19%
Precision19%
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at St. Patrick's Links
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 St. Patrick's Links
Get answers to common questions about playing St. Patrick's Links and what to expect.
How difficult is St. Patrick's Links for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find St. Patrick's Links technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at St. Patrick's Links?
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 St. Patrick's Links?
With a course rating of 70 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 St. Patrick's Links 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 St. Patrick's Links and how should I play it?
St. Patrick's Links is designed as a Links 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 St. Patrick's Links 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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