Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Highlands Golf Club of Lincoln

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Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America

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Total Programs

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

102

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Highlands Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Highlands, 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

Scoring 29%Distance Control 24%Precision 19%Aim 14%Trajectory 12%

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.

14.6

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

28.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Highlands

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Highlands.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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highlands@neb.rr.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

5501 NW 12th Street

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jeff Brauer

Opened

1993

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Highlands

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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Sink All Long Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Accuracy21%

Scoring19%

Distance Control15%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Aim25%

Distance Control24%

Precision14%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Highlands

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Highlands. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control the height: launch it high or low as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy15%

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Make All 6 Ft Putts

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Accuracy27%

Scoring17%

Alignment16%

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Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Distance Control28%

Precision22%

Dispersion20%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Visualize the line, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control15%

Scoring14%

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Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Accuracy21%

Scoring18%

Distance Control15%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control32%

Visualization19%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Save with mid irons, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min12 HCP8 drills

Scoring31%

Distance Control20%

Precision18%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Control the height: launch it high or low as needed

Control woods height, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills

Trajectory27%

Distance Control17%

Precision15%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands

Get answers to common questions about playing Highlands and what to expect.

How difficult is Highlands for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Highlands 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 Highlands?

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 Highlands?

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 Highlands 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 Highlands and how should I play it?

Highlands 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 Highlands 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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