42% match
For White Tees tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sanford Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
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
Sanford Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sanford 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
Distance Control 26%Scoring 21%Precision 19%Aim 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
17.8
Average HCP
10.1
Minimum HCP
32.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Sanford Gc
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: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sanford Gc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@sanfordcountryclub.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
442 Tobacco Rd, Sanford, NC 27332, USA
Course Description
Sanford Country Club is a historic 18-hole golf course in Sanford, Maine, serving the southern Maine region near Ogunquit. The club operates as a public course with memberships available and hosts a dedicated event space, The Barn, for weddings, gatherings, and corporate events. It also offers amenities such as tee times, golf outings, and a robust golf education program for players of all ages. Located in Sanford, the club emphasizes year-round golfing and event hosting for locals and visitors alike.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1894
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.1(153 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 Sanford Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a precision test with short par fours forcing tight irons and wedges repeatedly, while par fives offer birdie looks but tough handicap spots spike bogey risks on both nines.
G
Gold Tees Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715176 yards4733 metersCR 70.3Bogey 98.3Slope 119
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 48.9 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.4 · Slope 120
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 4 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 14 | — | 11 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 7 | — | — |
| Yardage | 331 | 165 | 284 | 308 | 294 | 118 | 312 | 315 | 438 | 2565 | 308 | 139 | 306 | 212 | 104 | 318 | 458 | 372 | 394 | 2611 | 5176 |
R
Red Tees Tee
Gender: FemalePar 714903 yards4483 metersCR 69.1Bogey 96.4Slope 116
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.1 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 48.3 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 4 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 14 | — | 11 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 7 | — | — |
| Yardage | 312 | 150 | 269 | 278 | 283 | 109 | 306 | 307 | 423 | 2437 | 280 | 135 | 300 | 200 | 99 | 314 | 385 | 365 | 388 | 2466 | 4903 |
W
White Tees Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715917 yards5411 metersCR 74.8Bogey 106.5Slope 134
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.3 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 55.2 · Slope 142
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 4 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 14 | — | 11 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 7 | — | — |
| Yardage | 353 | 181 | 298 | 340 | 307 | 127 | 372 | 326 | 453 | 2757 | 342 | 174 | 411 | 375 | 119 | 340 | 505 | 418 | 476 | 3160 | 5917 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sanford 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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile44% match
For White Tees tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started63% match
For White Tees tees
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control16%
Alignment16%
74% match
For White Tees tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim19%
Scoring19%
14 Week Flagship Program for Sanford Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sanford Gc. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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70% match
For White Tees tees
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
66% match
For White Tees tees
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
75% match
For White Tees tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Precision22%
Aim20%
Distance Control18%
59% match
For White Tees tees
Land softly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
70% match
For White Tees tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion17%
73% match
For White Tees tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control21%
Alignment17%
Accuracy16%
67% match
For White Tees tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim35%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy12%
55% match
For White Tees tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Precision41%
Aim24%
Dispersion12%
51% match
For White Tees tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Alignment27%
Aim27%
Scoring23%
70% match
For White Tees tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control17%
Aim15%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started72% match
For White Tees tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Dispersion20%
Distance Control17%
Precision15%
56% match
For White Tees tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision30%
Dispersion13%
47% match
For Gold Tees tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP3 drills
Distance Control43%
Scoring16%
Trajectory15%
61% match
For Gold Tees tees
Thread the gap, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control20%
Aim14%
64% match
For Gold Tees tees
Test your setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment22%
Precision16%
61% match
For Gold Tees tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
63% match
For Gold Tees tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
47% match
For Gold Tees tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
73% match
For Gold Tees tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim22%
Scoring22%
Precision15%
64% match
For Gold Tees tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy23%
Aim18%
69% match
For Gold Tees tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
53% match
For Gold Tees tees
Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment21%
Distance Control15%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started65% match
For Gold Tees tees
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim17%
Distance Control16%
60% match
For Gold Tees tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Dispersion15%
Alignment15%
55% match
For Gold Tees tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy26%
Alignment22%
81% match
For Gold Tees tees
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision18%
Scoring15%
57% match
For Gold Tees tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring26%
Aim12%
70% match
For Gold Tees tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring13%
63% match
For Red Tees tees
Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
67% match
For Red Tees tees
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring19%
Alignment16%
73% match
For Red Tees tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring25%
Dispersion12%
62% match
For Red Tees tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion13%
66% match
For Red Tees tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control23%
Precision17%
70% match
For Red Tees tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started55% match
For Red Tees tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
62% match
For Red Tees tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment35%
Distance Control25%
Aim15%
64% match
For Red Tees tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy22%
Scoring19%
Alignment16%
69% match
For Red Tees tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For Red Tees tees
Keep near hole, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment26%
Distance Control20%
54% match
For Red Tees tees
Pick line and commit, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Aim31%
Scoring29%
Accuracy20%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Sanford Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Sanford Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Sanford Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Sanford Gc is regarded as a strategically complex layout. A slope rating of 134.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 74.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sanford Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5410 yards. The back tees extend to 5917.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Sanford Gc?
With a course rating of 74.8 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 Sanford Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5917.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Sanford Gc and how should I play it?
Sanford Gc 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 Sanford Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 5917.0 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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