Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP4 drills
Scoring35%
Precision21%
Green Reading14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for St. Patricks Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 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
Trá Mór Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Trá Mór, 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 23%Precision 23%Distance Control 21%Aim 16%Trajectory 14%
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.
20.6
Average HCP
11.7
Minimum HCP
35.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Trá Mór
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop 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 Trá Mór.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@stpatricksgolflinks.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
Off L1192 Road
Course Description
St Patrick's Golf Links is a 36-hole golf destination featuring two 18-hole links courses, Maheramagorgan and Tra Mor, located in Carrigart in the northwest of Ireland. The courses sit along the rugged North West Donegal coastline near Sheephaven Bay, offering championship-grade links golf in a scenic coastal setting. The site emphasizes natural, windy links terrain with challenging holes and emphasis on golfing breaks in the Donegal region. It is part of the Rosapenna area, adjacent to established golf venues, forming a notable cluster of classic Irish links courses.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joanne O'Haire
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Trá Mór
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileChoose a clear target, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min13 HCP4 drills
Aim39%
Alignment18%
Stroke16%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control20%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Scoring21%
Alignment18%
11 Week Flagship Program for Trá Mór
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Trá Mór. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Consistent long iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control40%
Scoring28%
Trajectory16%
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory13%
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Get StartedWork on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring21%
Precision14%
Work together for contact, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills
Alignment31%
Scoring29%
Precision13%
Set sights, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Aim33%
Alignment13%
Distance Control13%
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision19%
Accuracy16%
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control27%
Trajectory18%
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP5 drills
Trajectory24%
Distance Control23%
Mechanics18%
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Trá Mór
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 Trá Mór
Get answers to common questions about playing Trá Mór and what to expect.
How difficult is Trá Mór for mid-handicap golfers?
Trá Mór presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Trá Mór?
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 Trá Mór?
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 Trá Mór and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Trá Mór 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 Trá Mór 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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