42% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for South Hills Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
183
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
South Hills Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South Hills 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
Distance Control 29%Scoring 19%Aim 19%Precision 18%Dispersion 12%
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
10.6
Minimum HCP
33
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for South Hills Golf Course
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: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 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.
Driving Range31 min
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst wedges a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about South Hills Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
shgcsimulator@gmail.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
1830 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Leonard Kotowski
Opened
1974
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(101 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 South Hills Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady tests from par fours needing sharp irons mixed with long par fives that spike scoring risks through reach decisions. Back nine play feels a touch firmer on bogey chances due to rising difficulty.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726653 yards6084 metersCR 71.5Bogey 93.5Slope 118
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 46.4 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.1 · Slope 119
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | — | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 341 | 355 | 593 | 165 | 388 | 322 | 362 | 191 | 511 | 3228 | 394 | 403 | 153 | 539 | 434 | 385 | 184 | 528 | 405 | 3425 | 6653 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 725437 yards4972 metersCR 65.4Bogey 85.8Slope 110
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 43.0 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 32.9 · BR 42.8 · Slope 107
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | — | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 323 | 291 | 433 | 131 | 285 | 307 | 305 | 174 | 427 | 2676 | 325 | 285 | 133 | 466 | 310 | 315 | 164 | 438 | 325 | 2761 | 5437 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 725972 yards5461 metersCR 68.2Bogey 88.6Slope 110
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 43.2 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 45.4 · Slope 113
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | — | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 325 | 299 | 483 | 142 | 296 | 306 | 344 | 178 | 435 | 2808 | 375 | 364 | 134 | 520 | 355 | 358 | 166 | 508 | 384 | 3164 | 5972 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 726259 yards5723 metersCR 69.6Bogey 90.9Slope 115
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 44.8 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 46.1 · Slope 115
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | — | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 331 | 309 | 493 | 156 | 338 | 316 | 354 | 184 | 502 | 2983 | 388 | 386 | 146 | 531 | 366 | 370 | 176 | 516 | 397 | 3276 | 6259 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for South Hills 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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile49% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
75% match
For Blue tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
80% match
For Blue tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control25%
Dispersion22%
Aim17%
13 Week Flagship Program for South Hills Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South Hills Golf Course. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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73% match
For Blue tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
38% match
For Blue tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
52% match
For Blue tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim31%
Alignment28%
Scoring26%
52% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision20%
Mechanics15%
Accuracy15%
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Get Started61% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control21%
Alignment21%
77% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision22%
Distance Control21%
Scoring15%
75% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Aim24%
Precision23%
Alignment22%
44% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim35%
Alignment30%
Scoring30%
39% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy36%
Distance Control24%
Alignment20%
69% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision21%
Dispersion19%
77% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Aim21%
Distance Control16%
38% match
For Yellow tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy31%
Green Reading11%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Precision20%
Alignment16%
80% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the distance, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision24%
Aim20%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Center green hits, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP6 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision24%
Distance Control19%
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Get Started59% match
For Yellow tees
Build drive streaks, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min11 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control18%
Accuracy16%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring24%
Alignment17%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy14%
Aim14%
75% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
54% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control37%
Alignment16%
Accuracy15%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control23%
Alignment16%
85% match
For Yellow tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim22%
Distance Control21%
Scoring19%
60% match
For Yellow tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control24%
Alignment13%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Dispersion20%
Aim19%
Accuracy16%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Distance Control41%
Precision16%
Aim8%
75% match
For Yellow tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Aim23%
Distance Control16%
43% match
For Red tees
Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
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Get Started68% match
For Red tees
Feel the distance, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment18%
Precision15%
67% match
For Red tees
Test your setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control21%
Scoring19%
54% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Scoring42%
Distance Control31%
Visualization23%
48% match
For Red tees
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
55% match
For Red tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control40%
Scoring30%
Accuracy25%
60% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control22%
Aim17%
66% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision19%
Scoring15%
Accuracy13%
75% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment18%
Accuracy12%
74% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Scoring19%
Distance Control16%
54% match
For Red tees
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy27%
Alignment15%
78% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Scoring22%
Precision19%
Distance Control16%
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Get Started68% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Distance Control39%
Aim15%
Accuracy13%
80% match
For White tees
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision28%
Aim21%
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Prepare for Tournaments at South Hills 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 South Hills Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing South Hills Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is South Hills Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
South Hills Golf Course presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 71.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at South Hills Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6045 yards. The back tees extend to 6653.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at South Hills Golf Course?
With a course rating of 71.5 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 South Hills Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6653.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is South Hills 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 South Hills Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 118.0 and yardage reaching 6653.0 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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