Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization41%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Scargill Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Motunau, Canterbury, New Zealand
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
94
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
Scargill Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Scargill, 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 25%Precision 24%Scoring 19%Trajectory 15%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.
19.1
Average HCP
10.5
Minimum HCP
34.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Scargill
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, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst irons a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Scargill.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
scargillgolf@paradise.net.nz
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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
Scargill Valley Road
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Scargill
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileBuild putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy20%
Green Reading10%
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment13%
Accuracy13%
14 Week Flagship Program for Scargill
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Scargill. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Reduce Missed Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Feel Green: Control Rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Short Game · Sand
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
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Fade or draw wedges, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min27 HCP7 drills
Trajectory29%
Distance Control20%
Mechanics19%
Control mid iron arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min25 HCP7 drills
Trajectory25%
Precision21%
Distance Control16%
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Dispersion16%
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring17%
Aim17%
Stop close from tight lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy22%
Alignment17%
Pinpoint flops, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control21%
Aim17%
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
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Get StartedAchieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Dispersion23%
Distance Control21%
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min21 HCP9 drills
Trajectory28%
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Scargill
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Scargill
Get answers to common questions about playing Scargill and what to expect.
How difficult is Scargill for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Scargill technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Scargill?
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 Scargill?
With a course rating of 70 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 Scargill and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Scargill 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 Scargill 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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