Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Widows Walk Golf Course

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Total Programs

49

49 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

191

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Widows Walk Golf Course Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Widows Walk Golf Course, 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

Distance Control 27%Scoring 22%Precision 16%Aim 16%Accuracy 16%

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.

16.5
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
30.6
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Widows Walk Golf Course

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Diagram for All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Widows Walk Golf Course.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

✉️

Email

bsanderson@scituatema.gov

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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

250 Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA

Course Description

Widow's Walk is a championship golf course in Scituate, Massachusetts, recognized as America’s first environmental demonstration course and designated an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. Since 1997 it has earned multiple awards and honors for its layout and public-access play. The club offers tee times, memberships, leagues, and instruction, with a focus on sustainable course management and community engagement. Located at 250 The Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, it serves regional golfers on the South Shore of Massachusetts.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dr. Michael Hurdzan

Opened

1997

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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 Widows Walk Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for WHITE

Tee Insight:Short-Mid (3-15 ft), Mid-Long (10-20+ ft), Long (20+ ft), Distance Control, Green Reading, Chip, Pitch, Distance Control, Trajectory, Mid irons (7,6,5), Woods (Hy,5W,3W), Trajectory, Precision, Accuracy, Dispersion
B

BLUE Tee

Gender: FemalePar 726403 yards5855 metersCR 78.4Bogey 112.7Slope 146

Gender: Female

Front Nine · CR 39.2 · BR 56.5 · Slope 147

Back Nine · CR 39.2 · BR 56.2 · Slope 144

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par534445345374344354353572
Handicap717911311513541810616212148
Yardage521143369371324507178319503323545415733643421351732119953731686403

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Widows Walk Golf Course

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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12 Week Flagship Program for Widows Walk Golf Course

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Widows Walk Golf Course. 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.

Week 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–47 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–54 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 53 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–75 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 73 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 84 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–107 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 10–127 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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56% match
For WHITE tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy21%
Alignment20%
72% match
For WHITE tees

Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control20%
Aim16%
68% match
For WHITE tees

Save par clutch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Scoring25%
Aim20%
Alignment20%
63% match
For WHITE tees

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Aim25%
Alignment18%

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46% match
For BLUE tees

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion23%
25% match
For BLUE tees

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
53% match
For BLUE tees

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
61% match
For BLUE tees

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
68% match
For BLUE tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Precision19%
Distance Control12%

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69% match
For WHITE/SILVER tees

Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision24%
Aim18%
Scoring14%
64% match
For WHITE/SILVER tees

Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control21%
Alignment20%
57% match
For WHITE/SILVER tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Alignment26%
Scoring18%
81% match
For WHITE/SILVER tees

Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy18%
Scoring18%

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72% match
For RED tees

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control19%
25% match
For RED tees

Pick line and commit, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Widows Walk Golf Course

Get answers to common questions about playing Widows Walk Golf Course and what to expect.

How difficult is Widows Walk Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Widows Walk Golf Course technically exacting. Its 146.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 78.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Widows Walk Golf Course?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5482 yards. The back tees extend to 6403.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Widows Walk Golf Course?

With a course rating of 78.4 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 Widows Walk Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6403.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Widows Walk Golf Course 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 Widows Walk Golf Course strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 146.0 and yardage reaching 6403.0 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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