Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
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
Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Chip | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
Soldiers Field Golf Course, 244 Soldiers Field Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Hugh Vincent Freehan
Opened
1927
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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 Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 44.2 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.6 · Slope 124
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 1 | — | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 324 | 306 | 186 | 365 | 176 | 360 | 367 | 208 | 485 | 2777 | 273 | 150 | 425 | 358 | 152 | 486 | 286 | 318 | 494 | 2942 | 5719 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.3 · BR 41.6 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 43.4 · Slope 117
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 1 | — | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 289 | 260 | 160 | 342 | 161 | 264 | 307 | 123 | 433 | 2339 | 220 | 97 | 404 | 278 | 140 | 457 | 275 | 273 | 456 | 2600 | 4939 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 43.2 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.3 · Slope 123
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 1 | — | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 313 | 292 | 169 | 349 | 172 | 337 | 352 | 172 | 462 | 2618 | 251 | 133 | 471 | 348 | 145 | 464 | 280 | 314 | 484 | 2890 | 5508 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 48.6 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 52.2 · Slope 132
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 1 | — | 12 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 313 | 292 | 169 | 349 | 172 | 337 | 352 | 172 | 462 | 2618 | 251 | 133 | 471 | 348 | 145 | 464 | 280 | 314 | 484 | 2890 | 5508 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileSave par consistently, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course. 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.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get square, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
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Get StartedFeel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedChip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedConsistent wedge length, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Save par clutch, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAvoid 3-putt, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course
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 Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 67.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5329 yards. The back tees extend to 5719.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course?
With a course rating of 67.3 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 5719.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Soldiers Memorial Field Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 121.0 and yardage reaching 5719.0 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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