Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Sierra Pines.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sierra Pines, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Stop the ball inside the circle.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
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.
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.
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Everything you need to know about Sierra Pines.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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+44 (0) 1250 872622
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7050 Del Webb Boulevard
Timber Creek Golf Course (with Sierra Pines) operates as a public golf destination in the Sacramento area, offering two courses designed to blend with the community and environment. It emphasizes well-maintained playing conditions, diverse layouts, and competitive pricing, along with amenities for events, lessons, and tournaments. Located in Roseville and serving the greater Sacramento region, the venue also references a bird sanctuary and scenic water features across its front and back-nine layouts. The site highlights tee times, memberships, and an array of golf-related experiences for players of varying levels.
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Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Billy Casper/Greg Nash
Opened
1997
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Sierra Pines, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Black
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.7 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.1 · Slope 120
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 3 | 7 | — | 8 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 401 | 430 | 471 | 338 | 159 | 381 | 132 | 414 | 522 | 3248 | 391 | 345 | 375 | 539 | 184 | 485 | 336 | 202 | 322 | 3179 | 6427 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.7 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 45.2 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 3 | 7 | — | 8 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 383 | 412 | 456 | 320 | 137 | 361 | 121 | 393 | 492 | 3075 | 368 | 332 | 356 | 522 | 171 | 476 | 315 | 179 | 314 | 3033 | 6108 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.4 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 43.9 · Slope 112
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 3 | 7 | — | 8 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 362 | 361 | 435 | 300 | 124 | 349 | 112 | 373 | 474 | 2890 | 349 | 322 | 336 | 479 | 144 | 458 | 297 | 155 | 282 | 2822 | 5712 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Sierra Pines hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 profileGauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sierra Pines. 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.
Full 45 days 63 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
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)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedMix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit Every Long Putt
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot soft, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Sierra Pines and what to expect.
Sierra Pines presents a demanding test. With a slope of 124.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6070 yards. The back tees extend to 6427.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70.8 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6427.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Sierra Pines 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 124.0 and yardage reaching 6427.0 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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