Focus on positive outcomes, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Summerheights Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
88
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 , 9 days
Matheson West Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Matheson West, 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 Matheson West
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Matheson West.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@summerheightsgolf.com
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Facilities
Location
1160 South Branch Road
Course Description
Summerheights Golf Links is a family-owned golf club in Cornwall, Ontario, offering 36 holes across two courses (MacLennan and Matheson) at one location. The club provides a full golf experience including a driving range, putting green, pro shop, and Bar & Lounge, with tournaments and membership options. Established in 1962, it emphasizes a welcoming, entertaining golf experience and has become a local favorite in the Cornwall area. Visitors can book tee times online, explore course policies, and preview the courses via drone flyovers.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Matheson West
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 profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
15 Week Flagship Program for Matheson West
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Matheson West. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Target Cup Accurately On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Thread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedRead breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Beat streaks, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control short iron height, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Matheson West
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 Matheson West
Get answers to common questions about playing Matheson West and what to expect.
How difficult is Matheson West for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Matheson West technically exacting. 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 Matheson West?
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 Matheson West?
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 Matheson West 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 Matheson West and how should I play it?
Matheson West 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 Matheson West 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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