Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
76
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
St. Bonaventure Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for St. Bonaventure 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
Scoring 32%Distance Control 22%Precision 17%Dispersion 13%Accuracy 13%
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.
17.6
Average HCP
9.6
Minimum HCP
33.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for St. Bonaventure Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range30 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about St. Bonaventure Golf Course.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
3398 NY-417, Allegany, NY 14706, USA
Course Description
St. Bonaventure University is a private Catholic-Franciscan institution located in western New York, founded in 1858. With around 2,760 students enrolled, the university focuses on academic excellence through personalized education grounded in Franciscan values. It transitioned to university status in 1950 and has since expanded its academic offerings while maintaining a commitment to community engagement and ethical leadership.The university provides a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, including specialized fields like Franciscan Studies, supported by its School of Franciscan Studies and Franciscan Institute. St. Bonaventure emphasizes liberal arts and professional education, mentorship, and research, particularly in Franciscan scholarship. The campus also serves as a center for preserving Franciscan intellectual traditions and promotes initiatives that reflect its values of service and social responsibility.
private catholic-franciscan university • western new york • undergraduate majors • graduate programs • online programs • experiential learning • faculty mentorship • business programs • education programs • health professions • arts and sciences • school of graduate studies • value-centered education • division-i athletics • community engagement • franciscan values • academic excellence • civic engagement • higher education • liberal arts • business education • media studies • education
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1928
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(74 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for St. Bonaventure 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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileMatch plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion15%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision26%
Trajectory17%
Aim15%
14 Week Flagship Program for St. Bonaventure Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for St. Bonaventure Golf Course. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control20%
Visualization14%
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy20%
Aim13%
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment24%
Aim21%
Scoring17%
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Get StartedFeel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control32%
Visualization21%
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Precision20%
Dispersion18%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about St. Bonaventure Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing St. Bonaventure Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is St. Bonaventure Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
St. Bonaventure Golf Course is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at St. Bonaventure Golf Course?
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 St. Bonaventure Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is St. Bonaventure Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is St. Bonaventure Golf Course and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 St. Bonaventure Golf Course 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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