Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Fairways Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
204
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
The Fairways Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Fairways Golf Course, 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 The Fairways Golf Course
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.
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driver | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Chip | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Fairways Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
golfatfairway@aol.com
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Facilities
Location
9810 W Melville Rd, Cheney, WA 99004, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Buck Blankenship
Opened
1960
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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 The Fairways Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Blue Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.0 · BR 55.3 · Slope 138
Back Nine · CR 38.9 · BR 55.5 · Slope 141
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 8 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 2 | — | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 396 | 365 | 515 | 145 | 566 | 381 | 184 | 390 | 384 | 3326 | 365 | 332 | 545 | 176 | 498 | 411 | 371 | 142 | 422 | 3262 | 6588 |
Blue/White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 54.3 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 54.5 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 8 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 2 | — | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 344 | 365 | 515 | 145 | 514 | 360 | 184 | 390 | 384 | 3201 | 351 | 332 | 545 | 148 | 452 | 411 | 371 | 142 | 389 | 3141 | 6342 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 48.4 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 49.7 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 8 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 2 | — | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 278 | 305 | 405 | 125 | 423 | 227 | 146 | 277 | 303 | 2489 | 318 | 269 | 351 | 120 | 413 | 347 | 291 | 116 | 324 | 2549 | 5038 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 53.2 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.8 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 8 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 2 | — | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 344 | 352 | 468 | 134 | 514 | 360 | 158 | 350 | 369 | 3049 | 351 | 316 | 513 | 148 | 452 | 399 | 346 | 129 | 389 | 3043 | 6092 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Fairways Golf Course
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for The Fairways Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Fairways Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedMatch clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedLeave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint flops, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at The Fairways Golf Course
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 The Fairways Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing The Fairways Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is The Fairways Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find The Fairways Golf Course technically exacting. The 140.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 77.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Fairways Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5813 yards. The back tees extend to 6588.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Fairways Golf Course?
With a course rating of 77.9 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 The Fairways Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6588.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is The Fairways Golf Course 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 The Fairways Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 140.0 and yardage reaching 6588.0 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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