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Hedgesville, West Virginia, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Stoney Lick Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Stoney Lick, 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 28%Distance Control 21%Precision 20%Aim 15%Dispersion 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.

19.9

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

33.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Stoney Lick

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

DIY Course Easy

Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 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 short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Stoney Lick.

Contact Information

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+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

Mountain Lake Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ray Johnston

Opened

1959

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Stoney Lick

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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Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Maintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Control 9 Ft Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Make Par Around the Green

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization21%

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Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Control rollout, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring14%

Dispersion13%

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10 Week Flagship Program for Stoney Lick

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Stoney Lick. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 7≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Distance Control34%

Aim18%

Precision13%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Scoring38%

Aim13%

Accuracy11%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min29 HCP9 drills

Scoring28%

Aim24%

Distance Control17%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Eliminate wild misses, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP3 drills

Dispersion35%

Accuracy20%

Visualization15%

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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory22%

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Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Precision25%

Distance Control23%

Scoring19%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Stoney Lick

Get answers to common questions about playing Stoney Lick and what to expect.

How difficult is Stoney Lick for mid-handicap golfers?

Stoney Lick is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 62.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Stoney Lick?

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 Stoney Lick?

With a course rating of 70 and par 62, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 62 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Stoney Lick and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Stoney Lick 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 Stoney Lick 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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