Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Scottsdale National Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America

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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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Bad Little Nine Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bad Little Nine, 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 30%Accuracy 19%Distance Control 17%Precision 16%Aim 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.

18.1

Average HCP

9.7

Minimum HCP

32.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Bad Little Nine

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

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.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Bad Little Nine.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

29001 North 122nd Street

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dick Bailey

Opened

2003

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.6(101 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bad Little Nine

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 profile

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Sink All Long Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Visualization31%

Dispersion22%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Accuracy17%

Aim17%

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Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Up-and-down contest, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Aim22%

Alignment19%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Bad Little Nine

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bad Little Nine. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory18%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Eliminate Three-Putts

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Save par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills

Scoring39%

Accuracy21%

Distance Control18%

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How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Accuracy34%

Scoring25%

Distance Control16%

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

Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Accuracy33%

Scoring32%

Green Reading13%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Accuracy22%

Distance Control18%

Scoring18%

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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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Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP4 drills

Trajectory33%

Scoring24%

Distance Control19%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Match swing to trajectory, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP3 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision25%

Mechanics15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Bad Little Nine

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 Bad Little Nine

Get answers to common questions about playing Bad Little Nine and what to expect.

How difficult is Bad Little Nine for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Bad Little Nine challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bad Little Nine?

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 Bad Little Nine?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Bad Little Nine 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 Bad Little Nine and how should I play it?

Bad Little Nine 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 Bad Little Nine 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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