Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Vintage At Staples
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
164
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
The Vintage At Staples Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Vintage At Staples, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Vintage At Staples
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Vintage At Staples.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
vintageatstaples@gmail.com
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Facilities
Location
27923 McGivern Dr, Staples, MN 56479, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joel Goldstrand
Opened
1971
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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 Vintage At Staples, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.9 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 50.8 · Slope 144
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 13 | — | 14 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 5 | 16 | 7 | 11 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 319 | 167 | 394 | 460 | 151 | 510 | 444 | 176 | 387 | 3008 | 338 | 200 | 443 | 523 | 423 | 172 | 549 | 394 | 521 | 3563 | 6571 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.9 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 49.3 · Slope 140
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | 15 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 13 | — | 14 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 5 | 16 | 7 | 11 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 304 | 153 | 369 | 448 | 141 | 497 | 410 | 161 | 372 | 2855 | 323 | 174 | 409 | 505 | 394 | 155 | 533 | 379 | 492 | 3364 | 6219 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Vintage At Staples
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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% match to course practice profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPick your spot, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for The Vintage At Staples
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Vintage At Staples. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedEliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPinpoint mixed shots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at The Vintage At Staples
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Vintage At Staples
Get answers to common questions about playing The Vintage At Staples and what to expect.
How difficult is The Vintage At Staples for mid-handicap golfers?
The Vintage At Staples presents a demanding test. At 133.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 72.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Vintage At Staples?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6395 yards. The back tees extend to 6571.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Vintage At Staples?
With a course rating of 72.0 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 The Vintage At Staples and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6571.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is The Vintage At Staples 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 Vintage At Staples strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6571.0 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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