Convert every opportunity, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Southern Cross Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
69
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Southern Cross Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Southern Cross Golf Club, 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 Southern Cross Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Sand | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Southern Cross Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
ksc_sa@picknowl.com.au
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Facilities
Location
Benson St, Rosslea QLD 4812, Australia
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
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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 Southern Cross Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 65506, USGA, Blue, Men
65506, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 44.6 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 44.5 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 545 | 392 | 456 | 148 | 395 | 402 | 197 | 374 | 392 | 3301 | 402 | 153 | 539 | 405 | 188 | 348 | 399 | 412 | 518 | 3364 | 6665 |
65506, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 48.1 · Slope 106
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.5 · Slope 108
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 510 | 349 | 456 | 120 | 322 | 402 | 127 | 334 | 345 | 2965 | 360 | 153 | 504 | 347 | 133 | 306 | 360 | 412 | 436 | 3011 | 5976 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Southern Cross Golf Club
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control woods rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Southern Cross Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Southern Cross Golf Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Pitch
Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Short Game · Sand
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get square, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPrecision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Southern Cross Golf Club
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 Southern Cross Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Southern Cross Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Southern Cross Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Southern Cross Golf Club presents a demanding test. With a slope of 106.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Southern Cross Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6320 yards. The back tees extend to 6665.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Southern Cross Golf Club?
With a course rating of 69.5 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Southern Cross Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6665.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Southern Cross Golf Club and how should I play it?
Southern Cross Golf Club 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 Southern Cross Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 106.0 and yardage reaching 6665.0 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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