Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Saucon Valley Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Short Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Short, 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 33%Distance Control 23%Precision 17%Aim 14%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.

15.6

Average HCP

9.5

Minimum HCP

29.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Short

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row

Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Short.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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gmattare@sauconvalleycc.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

2050 Saucon Valley Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Herbert Strong

Opened

1955

Google Reviews

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⭐4.7(250 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Short

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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Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring26%

Alignment21%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring22%

Distance Control16%

Aim13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Short

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Short. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Precision Wedges

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Focus On Green Reading

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills

Scoring19%

Distance Control19%

Aim15%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control32%

Visualization21%

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Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Roll to tap-in range, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy35%

Visualization8%

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Can you avoid the fringe from 140-180 yards?

Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring20%

Accuracy20%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Short

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 Short

Get answers to common questions about playing Short and what to expect.

How difficult is Short for mid-handicap golfers?

Short is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 23.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Short?

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 Short?

With a course rating of 70 and par 23, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 23 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Short 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 Short and how should I play it?

Short 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 Short 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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