41% match
For BLUE tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Links Of Sandpiper
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
210
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 Of Sandpiper Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Links Of Sandpiper, 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 26%Distance Control 23%Aim 20%Precision 15%Accuracy 13%
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.
17.1
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
30.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Links Of Sandpiper
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
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) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Links Of Sandpiper.
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
6001 Sandpipers Dr, Lakeland, FL 33809, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Steve Smyers
Opened
1987
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⭐4.0(481 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 Of Sandpiper, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for BLUE
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers ongoing pressure from long par fives needing layup choices and par fours requiring tee precision, with elevated slope amplifying risks on misses for steady scoring.
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 715913 yards5407 metersCR 68.8Bogey 91.3Slope 121
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.3 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.0 · Slope 117
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 11 | — | 6 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 383 | 475 | 136 | 456 | 359 | 121 | 165 | 498 | 446 | 3039 | 381 | 278 | 399 | 188 | 459 | 148 | 556 | 291 | 174 | 2874 | 5913 |
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 714229 yards3867 metersCR 64.6Bogey 89.7Slope 107
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 45.6 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 31.8 · BR 44.1 · Slope 104
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 11 | — | 6 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 236 | 264 | 88 | 378 | 253 | 86 | 113 | 389 | 399 | 2206 | 238 | 230 | 259 | 104 | 281 | 89 | 505 | 234 | 83 | 2023 | 4229 |
G
GREEN Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715095 yards4659 metersCR 69.5Bogey 97.0Slope 117
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.2 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.8 · Slope 114
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 3 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 11 | — | 6 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 331 | 431 | 108 | 387 | 311 | 94 | 121 | 453 | 399 | 2635 | 347 | 247 | 332 | 145 | 374 | 124 | 505 | 256 | 130 | 2460 | 5095 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Links Of Sandpiper
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 profile37% match
For BLUE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment20%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
51% match
For BLUE tees
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
10 Week Flagship Program for The Links Of Sandpiper
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Links Of Sandpiper. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 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
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get Started55% match
For BLUE tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
51% match
For BLUE tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
41% match
For BLUE tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
73% match
For BLUE tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control22%
Alignment20%
Aim19%
60% match
For BLUE tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring21%
Accuracy20%
Alignment18%
70% match
For BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
51% match
For BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy27%
Alignment20%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim25%
Scoring19%
Dispersion17%
56% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control41%
Accuracy24%
Aim14%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Feel the green, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion15%
Scoring14%
61% match
For BLUE tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment16%
Aim11%
55% match
For GOLD tees
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
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Get Started71% match
For GOLD tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
55% match
For GOLD tees
Dial in touch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy33%
Precision8%
67% match
For GOLD tees
Aim for soft landing, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Aim34%
Distance Control26%
Scoring10%
40% match
For GOLD tees
Visualize perfect sand, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy32%
Visualization26%
54% match
For GOLD tees
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision23%
Scoring15%
60% match
For GOLD tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
77% match
For GOLD tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
Aim20%
66% match
For GOLD tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control20%
Alignment16%
66% match
For GOLD tees
Hit intended line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Precision23%
Dispersion13%
70% match
For GOLD tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision20%
Scoring20%
55% match
For GOLD tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim32%
Alignment28%
Scoring25%
65% match
For GOLD tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control19%
Scoring17%
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Get Started73% match
For GOLD tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
Dispersion13%
63% match
For GOLD tees
Stop on a dime, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim15%
Precision10%
62% match
For GREEN tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Scoring17%
Precision13%
51% match
For GREEN tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring55%
Distance Control30%
Visualization15%
57% match
For GREEN tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision23%
Alignment18%
Distance Control15%
58% match
For GREEN tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision23%
Scoring21%
Dispersion19%
53% match
For GREEN tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
78% match
For GREEN tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control31%
Accuracy14%
29% match
For GREEN tees
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
63% match
For GREEN tees
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
29% match
For GREEN tees
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
73% match
For GREEN tees
Sink Every Mid Putt
Putting15-18 min1 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Precision30%
Aim27%
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Get Started29% match
For GREEN tees
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
60% match
For GREEN tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
76% match
For GREEN tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Aim21%
Alignment16%
69% match
For GREEN tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy21%
Scoring21%
Precision13%
70% match
For GREEN tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
53% match
For GREEN tees
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment23%
Accuracy17%
67% match
For GREEN tees
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
55% match
For GREEN tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Scoring29%
Alignment18%
68% match
For GREEN tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring19%
Distance Control16%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Links Of Sandpiper
Get answers to common questions about playing The Links Of Sandpiper and what to expect.
How difficult is The Links Of Sandpiper for mid-handicap golfers?
The Links Of Sandpiper presents a demanding test. The 121.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 68.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Links Of Sandpiper?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5071 yards. The back tees extend to 5913.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Links Of Sandpiper?
With a course rating of 68.8 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 Of Sandpiper and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5913.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is The Links Of Sandpiper and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Of Sandpiper strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 121.0 and yardage reaching 5913.0 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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