Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Precision33%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for TimberCreek Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
92
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
Pines Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 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.
Skill Distribution
Scoring 28%Distance Control 22%Precision 19%Accuracy 17%Trajectory 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.
18.7
Average HCP
9.1
Minimum HCP
34.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Pines
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pines.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
andy@golftimbercreek.com
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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
9650 TimberCreek Boulevard
Course Description
TimberCreek Golf Club is a public 27-hole championship golf facility located on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay in Baldwin County, Alabama. The club offers a full golf experience with a renowned course designed by Earl Stone, practice facilities, on-site dining, and hospitality-driven staff. It hosts golf outings, tournaments, and special events and features a Creek Card loyalty program for members and guests. The course is professionally managed by Bloom Golf Management and is accessible from Mobile, Gulf Shores, Pensacola, and the Mississippi Coast.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Earl Stone
Opened
1993
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐3.8(278 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pines
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileSquare up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills
Alignment26%
Scoring26%
Distance Control16%
Chip close, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring25%
Alignment20%
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
15 Week Flagship Program for Pines
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pines. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par from Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Feel the distance: flop to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
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Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision23%
Scoring15%
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment31%
Distance Control22%
Aim13%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy23%
Alignment10%
Save par, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy16%
Distance Control14%
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Get StartedStop close from tight lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Alignment27%
Accuracy27%
Distance Control27%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Perfect woods arc, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min20 HCP8 drills
Trajectory23%
Scoring22%
Precision20%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision21%
Distance Control12%
Perfect short iron arc, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP7 drills
Trajectory28%
Mechanics26%
Precision22%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Pines
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 Pines
Get answers to common questions about playing Pines and what to expect.
How difficult is Pines for mid-handicap golfers?
Pines is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pines?
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 Pines?
With a course rating of 70 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.
How long is Pines and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Pines and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Pines 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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