Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Southern Hills Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Front Nine/Back Nine Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Front Nine/Back 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 27%Distance Control 22%Precision 20%Aim 16%Alignment 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.

25.1

Average HCP

15.1

Minimum HCP

41.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Front Nine/Back Nine

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

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

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, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Front Nine/Back 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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info@southernhillscc.org

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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

2636 East 61st Street

Course Description

Southern Hills Country Club is a private country club located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, established in 1935 on land donated by oil magnate Waite Phillips. Designed as a family-oriented club during the Great Depression, it offers a range of recreational amenities, including a championship golf course, swimming pool, polo field, skeet range, tennis courts, stables, and bridle paths. The club was developed with the support of local leaders and investors, making it a significant community institution.The centerpiece of the club is its Perry Maxwell-designed golf course, known for its strategic layout and natural topography. The Colonial-style clubhouse, featuring elements from 17th-century English manor design, serves as a venue for fine dining, social gatherings, and corporate events. Southern Hills has hosted multiple major championships, including PGA Championships and U.S. Opens, solidifying its reputation as a premier tournament venue. The club's historical significance and commitment to community make it a notable landmark in Tulsa.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Perry Maxwell

Opened

1936

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Front Nine/Back 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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Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Scoring8%

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Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Test your setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills

Alignment30%

Scoring24%

Distance Control14%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP4 drills

Aim39%

Alignment25%

Scoring23%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory18%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Front Nine/Back Nine

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Front Nine/Back Nine. 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 · Long (20+ ft)

Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Short Game · Mixed

Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Control Short Iron Flight

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Make Par Around the Green

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control35%

Visualization22%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Feel the distance, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills

Distance Control26%

Aim18%

Precision16%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Set a target, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Scoring26%

Alignment21%

Aim19%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Set sights, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control15%

Alignment14%

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Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere

Up-and-down contest, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Scoring42%

Distance Control33%

Visualization26%

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Consistent mid iron length, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min4 HCP4 drills

Distance Control39%

Scoring19%

Precision11%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision27%

Aim21%

Alignment14%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring35%

Precision17%

Trajectory16%

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Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Leave tap-ins, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Scoring22%

Mechanics8%

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Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Front Nine/Back Nine

Get answers to common questions about playing Front Nine/Back Nine and what to expect.

How difficult is Front Nine/Back Nine for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Front Nine/Back Nine challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Front Nine/Back 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 Front Nine/Back Nine?

With a course rating of 70 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 Front Nine/Back Nine and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Front Nine/Back Nine 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 Front Nine/Back 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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