Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sunset Hills Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
82
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
Sunset Hills Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sunset Hills, 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 Sunset Hills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driver | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sunset Hills.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
thepracticeteeatsunsethills@comcast.net
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Facilities
Location
13301 Garner Lane
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Opened
1954
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sunset Hills
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileSquare the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedChip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Sunset Hills
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sunset Hills. 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid trouble spots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedControl flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Sunset Hills
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
Shillalegh Open 2026
3/14/2026
Master's Pro-Member 2026
4/11/2026
Derby Day
5/2/2026
May Nine & Dine
5/8/2026
PGA Championship Pro-Member
5/16/2026
Memorial Day Shootout
5/25/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset Hills
Get answers to common questions about playing Sunset Hills and what to expect.
How difficult is Sunset Hills for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Sunset Hills technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sunset Hills?
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 Sunset Hills?
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Sunset Hills and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Sunset Hills and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Sunset Hills 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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