54% match
For RED tees
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sandy Ridge Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Sandy Ridge Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sandy Ridge Gc, 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 27%Distance Control 23%Accuracy 17%Precision 16%Aim 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.
18.6
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
32.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Sandy Ridge Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sandy Ridge Gc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@golfsandyridge.com
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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
2750 Lauria Rd, Midland, MI 48642, USA
Course Description
Sandy Ridge is an 18-hole public golf course located in Midland, Michigan. The facility features a par-72 layout spanning 6,376 yards with a driving range and a bar and grill, offering accessible yet challenging play for both casual golfers and enthusiasts. It operates as a community-oriented course with memberships, outings, and events, including PGA Jr. League programs and various partner sponsorships. The course provides tee time bookings and event hosting, and maintains an active presence on social media for community engagement.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bruce Matthews
Opened
1966
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.3(208 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 Sandy Ridge Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for RED
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:Players encounter steady precision tests on par fours blending with reachable par fives that risk bogeys if missed. Back nine builds more trouble raising repeat decision pressure.
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: MalePar 726209 yards5678 metersCR 69.9Bogey 94.0Slope 130
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 46.2 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.8 · Slope 133
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 17 | — | 14 | 18 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 369 | 371 | 311 | 490 | 167 | 515 | 296 | 358 | 143 | 3020 | 345 | 323 | 549 | 192 | 401 | 195 | 340 | 530 | 314 | 3189 | 6209 |
R
RED Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725240 yards4791 metersCR 70.0Bogey 99.2Slope 124
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.6 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 49.6 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 13 | — | 18 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 323 | 340 | 288 | 435 | 147 | 420 | 274 | 312 | 129 | 2668 | 304 | 288 | 436 | 120 | 326 | 155 | 274 | 426 | 243 | 2572 | 5240 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726209 yards5678 metersCR 76.3Bogey 107.7Slope 133
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 53.0 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 38.8 · BR 54.7 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 13 | — | 18 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 369 | 371 | 311 | 490 | 167 | 515 | 296 | 358 | 143 | 3020 | 345 | 323 | 549 | 192 | 401 | 195 | 340 | 530 | 314 | 3189 | 6209 |
W
WHITE/RED Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725512 yards5040 metersCR 72.2Bogey 102.2Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 50.4 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 51.8 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 13 | — | 18 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 323 | 340 | 311 | 435 | 147 | 420 | 296 | 312 | 143 | 2727 | 345 | 323 | 436 | 120 | 326 | 155 | 340 | 426 | 314 | 2785 | 5512 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sandy Ridge Gc
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For RED tees
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
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Get Started16% match
For RED tees
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
63% match
For RED tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
12 Week Flagship Program for Sandy Ridge Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sandy Ridge Gc. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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52% match
For RED tees
Match plan to shot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control33%
Visualization18%
76% match
For RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control18%
Alignment16%
72% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy20%
Precision17%
65% match
For RED tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For RED tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring18%
Distance Control16%
64% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy20%
Alignment13%
55% match
For RED tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment27%
Aim26%
71% match
For RED tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control26%
Scoring19%
63% match
For RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion17%
71% match
For RED tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring25%
Distance Control19%
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Get Started66% match
For RED tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision21%
Accuracy18%
30% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Read long breaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min6 HCP6 drills
Visualization44%
Distance Control40%
Dispersion11%
58% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
59% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy32%
Distance Control9%
66% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Pick landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Alignment19%
Distance Control15%
63% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Thread the gap, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control25%
Scoring12%
53% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
75% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Precision16%
Dispersion15%
31% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
66% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim19%
Scoring13%
68% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control16%
Aim15%
65% match
For WHITE/RED 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 Started59% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy28%
Alignment22%
66% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Alignment20%
Aim16%
62% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring38%
Aim23%
Alignment20%
63% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy18%
Alignment16%
69% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Turn into birdies, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP3 drills
Scoring23%
Precision18%
Dispersion18%
60% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy32%
Alignment10%
66% match
For WHITE/RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy18%
Alignment17%
64% match
For WHITE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision22%
Aim14%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy18%
Alignment18%
45% match
For WHITE tees
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
70% match
For WHITE tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring22%
Precision20%
Visualization15%
60% match
For WHITE tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
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Get Started30% match
For WHITE tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory17%
75% match
For WHITE tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring20%
Aim14%
74% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy20%
Alignment14%
65% match
For WHITE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision18%
Alignment18%
67% match
For WHITE tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
73% match
For WHITE tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
77% match
For WHITE tees
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring19%
Accuracy13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandy Ridge Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Sandy Ridge Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Sandy Ridge Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Sandy Ridge Gc challenges consistency. At 133.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 76.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sandy Ridge Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5724 yards. The back tees extend to 6209.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Sandy Ridge Gc?
With a course rating of 76.3 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Sandy Ridge Gc and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6209.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Sandy Ridge Gc 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 Sandy Ridge Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6209.0 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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