28% match
For BLUE tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Links At Crystal Lake
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
179
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
The Links At Crystal Lake Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Links At Crystal Lake, 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 25%Distance Control 24%Aim 19%Accuracy 15%Precision 14%
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.
17.4
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
30.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Links At Crystal Lake
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
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
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Links At Crystal Lake.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
800 Golf Dr, Pontiac, MI 48341, USA
Course Description
The Links at Crystal Lake is a public golf course located in Pontiac, Michigan offering golf play for individuals and groups. The venue emphasizes casual dining, hosting outings and events, and provides amenities such as simulators and tee times. It promotes a laid-back atmosphere with hospitality and is open to memberships and season passes. The course and club are positioned as a community-focused recreation spot in the greater Detroit metropolitan area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Dr. Michael Hurdzan
Opened
1923
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.2(379 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 The Links At Crystal Lake, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for BLUE
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating quick birdie tests on short par fours alongside risk of bogeys on tougher mid-length ones, pressing iron control and short game touch to outscore average bogey play while navigating even front-back demands.
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 705587 yards5109 metersCR 66.8Bogey 89.1Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.6 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 44.5 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 11 | — | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 281 | 171 | 491 | 385 | 124 | 397 | 325 | 326 | 323 | 2823 | 324 | 274 | 176 | 518 | 106 | 313 | 172 | 525 | 356 | 2764 | 5587 |
R
RED Tee
Gender: MalePar 704349 yards3977 metersCR 61.9Bogey 79.6Slope 96
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.8 · BR 39.7 · Slope 96
Back Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 39.9 · Slope 95
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 11 | — | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 215 | 120 | 412 | 295 | 65 | 338 | 175 | 243 | 257 | 2120 | 278 | 232 | 127 | 450 | 86 | 229 | 133 | 446 | 248 | 2229 | 4349 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: MalePar 704944 yards4521 metersCR 64.3Bogey 84.3Slope 108
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 42.4 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 32.0 · BR 41.9 · Slope 107
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 11 | — | 12 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 252 | 143 | 454 | 331 | 100 | 367 | 280 | 270 | 293 | 2490 | 291 | 249 | 140 | 490 | 90 | 267 | 138 | 466 | 323 | 2454 | 4944 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Links At Crystal Lake
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 profile58% match
For BLUE tees
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
48% match
For BLUE tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
54% match
For BLUE tees
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy29%
Green Reading10%
12 Week Flagship Program for The Links At Crystal Lake
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Links At Crystal Lake. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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54% match
For BLUE tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
32% match
For BLUE tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
51% match
For BLUE tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control35%
Visualization20%
78% match
For BLUE tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control26%
Accuracy15%
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Get Started69% match
For BLUE tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control24%
Alignment17%
71% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy20%
Scoring14%
63% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim19%
Precision19%
66% match
For BLUE tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Accuracy27%
Aim24%
Scoring24%
78% match
For BLUE tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring35%
Aim17%
Distance Control17%
65% match
For BLUE tees
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Alignment23%
Aim23%
Scoring18%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring23%
Distance Control21%
69% match
For BLUE tees
Feel the distance, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim20%
Trajectory14%
64% match
For BLUE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring18%
Aim13%
57% match
For BLUE tees
Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP6 drills
Scoring37%
Alignment23%
Aim22%
48% match
For WHITE tees
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
57% match
For WHITE tees
Dial in touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control12%
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Get Started66% match
For WHITE tees
Set a target, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Aim30%
Scoring22%
Alignment13%
76% match
For WHITE tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control21%
Aim21%
54% match
For WHITE tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion23%
62% match
For WHITE tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
79% match
For WHITE tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control20%
Aim16%
64% match
For WHITE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy23%
Alignment20%
Distance Control19%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
56% match
For WHITE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy37%
Distance Control21%
Alignment17%
47% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills
Distance Control37%
Accuracy27%
Alignment20%
54% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim32%
Alignment28%
Scoring26%
81% match
For WHITE tees
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control18%
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Get Started78% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring18%
Precision15%
56% match
For WHITE tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control24%
Alignment20%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment17%
Scoring12%
77% match
For RED tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
Precision14%
71% match
For RED tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy18%
Precision18%
Aim15%
66% match
For RED tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control21%
Alignment14%
70% match
For RED tees
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
59% match
For RED tees
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
59% match
For RED tees
Keep within 6 yards, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP6 drills
Dispersion36%
Distance Control19%
Precision17%
79% match
For RED tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Aim20%
Distance Control18%
66% match
For RED tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control20%
Scoring17%
68% match
For RED tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started63% match
For RED tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment16%
Aim15%
58% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision20%
Alignment19%
45% match
For RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Aim30%
Alignment27%
72% match
For RED tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy19%
Precision16%
65% match
For RED tees
Set sights, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Distance Control17%
Dispersion14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Links At Crystal Lake
Get answers to common questions about playing The Links At Crystal Lake and what to expect.
How difficult is The Links At Crystal Lake for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find The Links At Crystal Lake technically exacting. With a slope of 120.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 66.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Links At Crystal Lake?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4968 yards. The back tees extend to 5587.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Links At Crystal Lake?
With a course rating of 66.8 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Links At Crystal Lake and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5587.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is The Links At Crystal Lake and how should I play it?
The Links At Crystal Lake 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 The Links At Crystal Lake strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120.0 and yardage reaching 5587.0 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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