Practice Programs

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Alton, Illinois, United States of America

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Total Programs

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Spencer T Olin Community Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Spencer T Olin Community, 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 29%Precision 28%Distance Control 16%Aim 14%Trajectory 10%

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.

20.1

Average HCP

11.8

Minimum HCP

34.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Spencer T Olin Community

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8

Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4

Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Spencer T Olin Community.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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scadmus@palmergolf.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

4701 College Avenue

Course Description

Spencer T. Olin Community Golf Course is a public golf facility that serves the local community with access to golf and related amenities. The site features an events calendar and information about the course, reflecting a community-focused approach to golf. It operates as a local, United States-based course, providing public play and neighborhood engagement through its online presence.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Arnold Palmer

Opened

1989

Google Reviews

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Spencer T Olin Community

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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Focus On Green Reading

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Make More Putts Consistently

Treat every putt as crucial, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision29%

Aim16%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Alignment27%

Aim26%

Scoring13%

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Make Par Around the Green

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring36%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion11%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Spencer T Olin Community

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Spencer T Olin Community. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Make More Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

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Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Save with mid irons, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring25%

Precision20%

Distance Control14%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring25%

Dispersion19%

Distance Control18%

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Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Aim30%

Scoring19%

Precision19%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control33%

Visualization20%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Sand from longer range, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills

Distance Control28%

Precision25%

Aim15%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control16%

Dispersion15%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Scoring28%

Precision23%

Distance Control12%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min21 HCP5 drills

Precision34%

Scoring23%

Distance Control10%

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Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Get close to pin, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min32 HCP9 drills

Precision34%

Trajectory17%

Mechanics15%

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Control Short Iron Flight

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics18%

Trajectory17%

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Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Perfect woods arc, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory29%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Spencer T Olin Community

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Spencer T Olin Community

Get answers to common questions about playing Spencer T Olin Community and what to expect.

How difficult is Spencer T Olin Community for mid-handicap golfers?

Spencer T Olin Community presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Spencer T Olin Community?

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 Spencer T Olin Community?

With a course rating of 70 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 Spencer T Olin Community and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Spencer T Olin Community and how should I play it?

Spencer T Olin Community 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 Spencer T Olin Community 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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