Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Stoney Creek Golf Club & Range
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
67
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
Stoney Creek Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Stoney Creek, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Stoney Creek
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst wedges a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Stoney Creek.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
5850 West 103rd Street
Course Description
Oak Lawn Park District operates as a local government entity delivering parks, recreational programs, and facilities across Oak Lawn, Illinois. The district offers a wide range of leisure opportunities including youth and adult programs, camps, fine arts, sports and fitness, special recreation, park rentals, and community events, plus recreation centers and parks such as aquatic centers and ice arenas. It focuses on community wellness, environmental stewardship, and accessible recreation for residents and visitors in the Chicago metropolitan area. The organization emphasizes family-friendly activities, sports, arts, and lifelong learning within its park system and facilities network.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
65
Type
Parkland
Architect
Wadsworth/Goetz
Opened
1994
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Stoney Creek
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 profileExecute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedLand inside 2 feet, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Stoney Creek
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Stoney Creek. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
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 25.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Place Every 9 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control wedge loft, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Stoney Creek
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 Stoney Creek
Get answers to common questions about playing Stoney Creek and what to expect.
How difficult is Stoney Creek for mid-handicap golfers?
Stoney Creek is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 65.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Stoney Creek?
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 Stoney Creek?
With a course rating of 70 and par 65, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 65 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Stoney Creek 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 Stoney Creek and how should I play it?
Stoney Creek 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 Stoney Creek 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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