49% match
For BLACK tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sugarloaf Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
176
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Sugarloaf Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sugarloaf Golf Club, 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
Distance Control 30%Scoring 20%Accuracy 18%Aim 16%Precision 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.
18.5
Average HCP
10.1
Minimum HCP
33.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Sugarloaf Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit 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.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.</p>
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sugarloaf Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
kstrand@sugarloaf.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
5071 W Mountain Rd, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947, USA
Course Description
Sugarloaf is a prominent ski resort located in Maine, operating since the early 1950s. It began with the Sugarloaf Mountain Ski Club, founded by local enthusiasts who cut the first trail, Winter's Way. Over the years, Sugarloaf has developed into one of the largest ski areas in the Northeast, featuring extensive trails for skiing and snowboarding that cater to all skill levels.The resort offers a range of services, including a state-of-the-art snowmaking system and a 9,000-foot gondola that enhances access to the summit. Sugarloaf also provides various accommodations, including condominiums, and features a Village Center with shops and restaurants. The resort hosts major events like the U.S. Alpine Nationals and U.S. Freestyle competitions, attracting a diverse group of visitors, including families and winter sports enthusiasts.
ski resort • mountain resort • carrabassett valley • maine ski destination • lift tickets • lodging • lessons • season pass • golfing • biking • snowboarding • spa services • dining • retail shopping • mountainside real estate • west mountain • snowcross mountain homes • family vacations • resort safety • skiing • mountain biking • hiking • golf • outdoor activities • resort • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Mountain
Architect
Robert Trent Jones Jr./Kyle Phillips/Ross Forbes
Opened
1985
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(142 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Sugarloaf Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for BLACK
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests iron accuracy on back-to-back par fours that fill both nines, while long par threes force committed tee shots and par fives tempt big drives with layup risks. Elevated back nine difficulty adds bogey traps on tough par fours.
B
BLACK Tee
Gender: MalePar 726958 yards6362 metersCR 75.2Bogey 103.0Slope 150
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 51.1 · Slope 147
Back Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 51.9 · Slope 152
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | — | 18 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 424 | 565 | 216 | 528 | 404 | 408 | 384 | 190 | 423 | 3542 | 341 | 216 | 546 | 407 | 397 | 177 | 534 | 383 | 415 | 3416 | 6958 |
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 726486 yards5931 metersCR 72.8Bogey 99.9Slope 146
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 49.6 · Slope 144
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 50.3 · Slope 147
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | — | 18 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 401 | 539 | 189 | 504 | 391 | 374 | 365 | 172 | 391 | 3326 | 288 | 199 | 508 | 370 | 363 | 165 | 522 | 359 | 386 | 3160 | 6486 |
C
COMBO Tee
Gender: MalePar 726220 yards5688 metersCR 71.8Bogey 98.5Slope 144
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 49.0 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 49.5 · Slope 145
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | — | 18 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 366 | 539 | 166 | 504 | 360 | 349 | 365 | 154 | 362 | 3165 | 288 | 168 | 508 | 365 | 363 | 137 | 522 | 347 | 357 | 3055 | 6220 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sugarloaf Golf Club
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile49% match
For BLACK tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control28%
Dispersion20%
65% match
For BLACK tees
Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision21%
Dispersion17%
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Get Started72% match
For BLACK tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
12 Week Flagship Program for Sugarloaf Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sugarloaf Golf Club. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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13% match
For BLACK tees
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
63% match
For BLACK tees
Consistent wedge length, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring30%
Trajectory14%
75% match
For BLACK tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
Scoring14%
62% match
For BLACK tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment25%
Aim24%
Distance Control18%
71% match
For BLACK tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy19%
Distance Control19%
67% match
For BLACK tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim35%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy12%
57% match
For BLACK tees
Make par, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy38%
Alignment25%
Distance Control25%
72% match
For BLACK tees
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment18%
Accuracy15%
56% match
For BLACK tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Alignment20%
Precision19%
79% match
For BLACK tees
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy20%
Scoring19%
68% match
For BLACK tees
Thread the needle, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision22%
Distance Control21%
Aim20%
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Get Started60% match
For BLACK tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring29%
Aim17%
85% match
For BLACK tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring21%
Precision15%
55% match
For COMBO tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control24%
Aim20%
62% match
For COMBO tees
Vary landing spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment24%
Trajectory14%
66% match
For COMBO tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring25%
Dispersion19%
Distance Control17%
65% match
For COMBO tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
49% match
For COMBO tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
43% match
For COMBO tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization30%
Dispersion23%
66% match
For COMBO tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring35%
Aim25%
Alignment12%
53% match
For COMBO tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy38%
Alignment23%
Distance Control22%
64% match
For COMBO tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
77% match
For COMBO tees
Make par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring18%
Distance Control17%
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Get Started72% match
For COMBO tees
Vary landing spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min31 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment17%
Scoring15%
53% match
For COMBO tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring30%
Aim28%
Alignment24%
76% match
For COMBO tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring23%
Distance Control21%
69% match
For COMBO tees
Dial in aim, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Precision18%
Distance Control16%
65% match
For COMBO tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills
Accuracy33%
Aim18%
Scoring16%
63% match
For COMBO tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control39%
Precision16%
Dispersion11%
46% match
For BLUE tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment33%
Aim31%
Scoring20%
49% match
For BLUE tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring27%
Alignment21%
66% match
For BLUE tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision19%
Trajectory12%
56% match
For BLUE tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion32%
Precision20%
Distance Control16%
69% match
For BLUE tees
Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP4 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision23%
Scoring20%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Hit varying targets, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring18%
Accuracy14%
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Get Started49% match
For BLUE tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
48% match
For BLUE tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment24%
Aim14%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring18%
Distance Control18%
64% match
For BLUE tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Accuracy32%
Aim16%
Scoring16%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Dispersion18%
Scoring16%
55% match
For BLUE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring27%
Alignment20%
78% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision18%
Aim14%
76% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring22%
Precision13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Sugarloaf Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Sugarloaf Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Sugarloaf Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Sugarloaf Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope rating of 150.0, it ranks as highly challenging for mid-handicap golfers. The course rating of 75.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sugarloaf Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6589 yards. The back tees extend to 6958.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Sugarloaf Golf Club?
With a course rating of 75.2 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 Sugarloaf Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6958.0 yards at maximum length, distance control plays a central role in scoring.
What type of course is Sugarloaf Golf Club and how should I play it?
Sugarloaf Golf Club is designed as a Mountain 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 Sugarloaf Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 150.0 and yardage reaching 6958.0 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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