49% match
For White tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Links At Rising Star
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
173
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
The Links At Rising Star Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Links At Rising Star, 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
Distance Control 26%Scoring 20%Precision 20%Accuracy 17%Dispersion 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.
17.6
Average HCP
10
Minimum HCP
32.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Links At Rising Star
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Links At Rising Star.
Contact Information
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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
777 Rising Star Dr, Rising Sun, IN 47040, USA
Course Description
Rising Star Casino is a casino resort located in Rising Sun, Indiana, offering a range of gaming options including slots and table games, along with hotel accommodations, dining venues, and entertainment. The property features amenities such as an RV park, golf, and on-site dining options like Wellington’s steakhouse, Ben’s Bistro, and All In Bar & Grill. It also provides seasonal promotions and event programming, serving travelers and locals in southeastern Indiana and the surrounding region.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tim Liddy
Opened
1999
Google 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 Rising Star, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure from long par fours and par fives that test tee power and position, with back nine spiking risks for bogeys unless safer plays prevail.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 706853 yards6266 metersCR 73.5Bogey 97.7Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.4 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 50.3 · Slope 135
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 70 |
| Handicap | 10 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 14 | — | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 9 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 395 | 385 | 541 | 214 | 424 | 187 | 422 | 469 | 175 | 3212 | 396 | 414 | 612 | 211 | 369 | 372 | 382 | 471 | 414 | 3641 | 6853 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715006 yards4577 metersCR 68.5Bogey 97.1Slope 122
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 46.5 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.6 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 8 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 12 | — | 11 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 307 | 286 | 435 | 111 | 267 | 101 | 301 | 321 | 123 | 2252 | 277 | 305 | 435 | 154 | 286 | 261 | 303 | 421 | 312 | 2754 | 5006 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715634 yards5152 metersCR 72.6Bogey 101.9Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.6 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 53.3 · Slope 130
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 8 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 12 | — | 11 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 5 | — | — |
| Yardage | 361 | 329 | 486 | 128 | 278 | 112 | 341 | 362 | 142 | 2539 | 352 | 321 | 480 | 175 | 301 | 291 | 357 | 449 | 369 | 3095 | 5634 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Links At Rising Star
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 profile66% match
For White tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Visualization22%
Accuracy20%
38% match
For White tees
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
51% match
For White tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring26%
Alignment17%
12 Week Flagship Program for The Links At Rising Star
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Links At Rising Star. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Roll On Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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30% match
For White tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
21% match
For White tees
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision31%
Trajectory20%
62% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Distance Control40%
Accuracy19%
Alignment15%
73% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
65% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment17%
Dispersion16%
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Get Started77% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy19%
Distance Control18%
Scoring17%
63% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision20%
Alignment15%
70% match
For White tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control25%
Alignment14%
53% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim33%
Scoring18%
Alignment16%
53% match
For White tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy38%
Alignment23%
Distance Control23%
82% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring19%
Precision16%
68% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy15%
Aim14%
62% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control26%
Aim15%
56% match
For Red tees
Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control8%
58% match
For Red tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring22%
Distance Control17%
49% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Precision35%
Aim20%
Dispersion15%
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Get Started62% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring27%
Alignment19%
49% match
For Red tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision25%
Scoring20%
Trajectory14%
74% match
For Red tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
29% match
For Red tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
60% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment23%
Aim17%
67% match
For Red tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control21%
Scoring17%
63% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
54% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Precision33%
Trajectory16%
52% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Scoring22%
Alignment21%
62% match
For Red tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring22%
Distance Control13%
72% match
For Red tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim18%
66% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control25%
Aim15%
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Get Started43% match
For Black tees
Read long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%
56% match
For Black tees
Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Scoring8%
41% match
For Black tees
Control distance precisely, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~30 min3 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Precision28%
Green Reading18%
64% match
For Black tees
Thread the gap, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control22%
Aim18%
65% match
For Black tees
Save par clutch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min22 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Aim19%
Distance Control17%
38% match
For Black tees
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
43% match
For Black tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
67% match
For Black tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
69% match
For Black tees
Control wedge rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring30%
Dispersion13%
59% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
59% match
For Black tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
68% match
For Black tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment22%
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
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Get Started74% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment16%
Accuracy16%
63% match
For Black tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
56% match
For Black tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment26%
Distance Control20%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Links At Rising Star
Get answers to common questions about playing The Links At Rising Star and what to expect.
How difficult is The Links At Rising Star for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, The Links At Rising Star challenges consistency. A slope rating of 131.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 73.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Links At Rising Star?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5930 yards. The back tees extend to 6853.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Links At Rising Star?
With a course rating of 73.5 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 Links At Rising Star and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6853.0 yards at maximum length, distance control plays a central role in scoring.
What type of course is The Links At Rising Star and how should I play it?
The Links At Rising Star 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 Rising Star strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 6853.0 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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