Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Southern Star.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
98
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Southern Star, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
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Holes
9
Par
28
Type
Parkland
Architect
Clifton, Ezell & Clifton
Opened
2011
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Southern Star hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Southern Star hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Southern Star hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Southern Star hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Southern Star hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Southern Star hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Southern Star hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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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% match to course practice profileAlign stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Southern Star. 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.
Full 56 days 76 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Open up and fly, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control wedge loft, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Southern Star and what to expect.
Southern Star is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 28.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 28, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 28 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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