Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Twin Orchard Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
201
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
Red Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Red, 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 Red
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
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.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Red.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
kregan@twinorchardcc.org
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Facilities
Location
22353 Old McHenry Road
Course Description
Twin Orchard Country Club is a historic private country club located in Long Grove, Illinois, offering golf, dining, and recreational amenities. Founded in 1924, the club has a long-standing heritage and is associated with Troon, highlighting a commitment to upscale golf experiences and member-centric services. The club emphasizes its centennial milestone in 2024 and invites individuals to learn about membership opportunities and events within the Chicagoland area.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
C. D. Wagstaff
Opened
1928
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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 Red, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Tips
Combo Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 47.3 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 46.2 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 11 | — | 10 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 475 | 344 | 346 | 168 | 386 | 125 | 326 | 486 | 344 | 3000 | 356 | 163 | 486 | 175 | 309 | 350 | 345 | 360 | 359 | 2903 | 5903 |
Forward Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 47.0 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 44.3 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 11 | — | 10 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 475 | 344 | 340 | 130 | 386 | 122 | 326 | 486 | 344 | 2953 | 261 | 110 | 393 | 137 | 308 | 350 | 345 | 349 | 359 | 2612 | 5565 |
Tips Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 51.9 · Slope 149
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.7 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 11 | — | 10 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 570 | 418 | 368 | 190 | 486 | 158 | 468 | 563 | 417 | 3638 | 364 | 174 | 508 | 180 | 318 | 405 | 419 | 377 | 428 | 3173 | 6811 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Red
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profileSink All Long Putts
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Red
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Red. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedRoll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Square up, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMatch clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Red
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 Red
Get answers to common questions about playing Red and what to expect.
How difficult is Red for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Red technically exacting. The 140.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 73.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Red?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6188 yards. The back tees extend to 6811.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Red?
With a course rating of 73.5 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 Red and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6811.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Red 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 Red strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 140.0 and yardage reaching 6811.0 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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