Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Widows Walk Golf Course.
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
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.
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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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
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.
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
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250 Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
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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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Dr. Michael Hurdzan
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 Widows Walk Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.2 · BR 56.5 · Slope 147
Back Nine · CR 39.2 · BR 56.2 · Slope 144
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 5 | — | 4 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 521 | 143 | 369 | 371 | 324 | 507 | 178 | 319 | 503 | 3235 | 454 | 157 | 336 | 434 | 213 | 517 | 321 | 199 | 537 | 3168 | 6403 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 49.4 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 46.1 · Slope 111
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 5 | — | 4 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 414 | 72 | 285 | 256 | 268 | 415 | 100 | 187 | 391 | 2388 | 330 | 69 | 183 | 325 | 75 | 430 | 208 | 128 | 426 | 2174 | 4562 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 55.5 · Slope 145
Back Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 55.0 · Slope 141
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 5 | — | 4 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 504 | 126 | 350 | 351 | 302 | 486 | 167 | 313 | 481 | 3080 | 425 | 140 | 313 | 412 | 183 | 486 | 312 | 191 | 520 | 2982 | 6062 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 53.7 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 52.8 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 5 | — | 4 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 457 | 126 | 320 | 312 | 302 | 440 | 167 | 313 | 481 | 2918 | 390 | 140 | 275 | 371 | 183 | 486 | 312 | 157 | 475 | 2789 | 5707 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Widows Walk Golf Course 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 profileCapitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
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.
Full 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Full flagship program designed around Widows Walk Golf Course hole by hole data. Contains 46 practice days and 36 unique drills.
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Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPerfect woods arc, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check clubface, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Avoid Three-Putts
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop close from 30 yards, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Widows Walk Golf Course and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
Stretching to 6403.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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