Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Winstar Golf Course

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Thackerville, Oklahoma, United States of America
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Total Programs

32

32 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

165

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

South/West Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South/West, 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 29%Precision 21%Scoring 19%Aim 17%Dispersion 12%

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.

18.3
Average HCP
10.2
Minimum HCP
34.1
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for South/West

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

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

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.

Diagram for Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Diagram for Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L  9 Targets
Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about South/West.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

10813 Pro Shop Road

Course Description

WinStar World Casino and Resort is a premier tribal casino and hospitality complex located in Thackerville, Oklahoma, near the Texas border. Owned and operated by the Chickasaw Nation, it has evolved from a small bingo hall established in 1991 to the self-proclaimed "World’s Biggest Casino," featuring over 370,000 square feet of gaming space. The resort includes more than 10,500 electronic games and 100 table games, along with two hotel towers offering over 1,700 guestrooms.The resort provides a variety of services and amenities, including a 55-table poker room, high-limit gaming areas, and a venue for concerts and events called Lucas Oil Live. Guests can enjoy multiple dining options, spa services, and the WinStar Golf Club, an 18-hole course. WinStar also offers off-track betting and shopping, making it a comprehensive destination for entertainment and leisure. The resort's strategic expansions and partnerships enhance its appeal to visitors seeking luxury experiences and entertainment.

casino • resort • gaming • dining • amenities • entertainment

Course Information

Holes

36

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

D. A. Weibring/Steve Wolfard

Opened

2006

Google Reviews

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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 South/West, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Gold

Tee Insight:You will repeatedly test iron precision on short par fours and threes while managing layup risks on par fives to avoid big numbers.
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Gold Tee

Gender: FemalePar 725896 yards5391 metersCR 74.4Bogey 104.2Slope 127

Gender: Female

Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 52.1 · Slope 126

Back Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 52.1 · Slope 127

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Par544434435364454354433672
Handicap
Yardage475346336319138363314184473294833537453027112147337234213029485896

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for South/West

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 32 Programs

% match to course practice profile
73% match
For Gold tees

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim18%
Accuracy12%

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66% match
For Gold tees

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

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%

16 Week Flagship Program for South/West

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South/West. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 13 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–37 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–67 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 8–95 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–117 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 11–126 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 12–135 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 14–167 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Land it close: set up par or better every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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70% match
For Gold tees

Chip through gate, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Aim17%
Accuracy16%
Distance Control15%
72% match
For Gold tees

Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
52% match
For Gold tees

Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment23%
Accuracy22%
80% match
For Gold tees

Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim24%
Distance Control21%
Scoring15%
60% match
For Gold tees

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy24%
Scoring14%

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26% match
For Red tees

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
53% match
For Red tees

Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim12%

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76% match
For Red tees

Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Aim23%
Scoring16%
81% match
For Red tees

Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Aim17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at South/West

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 South/West

Get answers to common questions about playing South/West and what to expect.

How difficult is South/West for mid-handicap golfers?

South/West presents a demanding test. The 127.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 74.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at South/West?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5416 yards. The back tees extend to 5896.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at South/West?

With a course rating of 74.4 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 South/West and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 5896.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.

What type of course is South/West and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 South/West strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 5896.0 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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