Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Patriot Golf Club at Grand Harbor

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Ninety Six, South Carolina, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Patriot Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Patriot, 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 17%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.

17.8

Average HCP

9.4

Minimum HCP

35.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Patriot

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Patriot.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@grandharbor.net

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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

200 Grand Harbor Boulevard

Course Description

Grand Harbor Golf & Yacht Club is a private, master-planned community on Lake Greenwood in Ninety Six, South Carolina, offering a luxury lifestyle with an award-winning golf course, private marina, equestrian facility, tennis and fitness amenities, and a renovated clubhouse with dining options. The community emphasizes lakefront living, social activities, and convenient access to nearby towns like Greenwood and Greenville. Residents enjoy family-friendly amenities, a resort-style clubhouse, and a range of recreational facilities set in a scenic southern landscape.

golf course • lake greenwood • private marina • equestrian facility • tennis facility • clubhouse dining • golf course design • davis love iii • lakefront living • master-planned community • luxury community • south carolina lifestyle • golf yachting club • private community • real estate development • golf community • residential living • lakefront properties • resort amenities • luxury housing • real estate

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Davis Love III

Opened

2004

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Patriot

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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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP4 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control24%

Scoring14%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Distance Control29%

Precision24%

Trajectory15%

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Maximize Driver Distance

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Patriot

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Patriot. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Stick Approach From Hazards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Land it close: set up par or better every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Turn into par saves, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy27%

Aim20%

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Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint sand shots, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min11 HCP9 drills

Distance Control29%

Precision24%

Dispersion14%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Vary landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control31%

Visualization19%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Save with mid irons, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min21 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Precision25%

Dispersion21%

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Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy

Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory18%

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Master the art of length: no more short or over drives

Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Patriot

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Patriot

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

How difficult is Patriot for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Patriot challenges consistency. 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 Patriot?

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 Patriot?

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 Patriot 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 Patriot and how should I play it?

Patriot 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 Patriot 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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