45% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Worcester Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
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
Worcester Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Worcester Country Club, 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 28%Precision 19%Scoring 19%Dispersion 15%Aim 15%
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.
17.6
Average HCP
9.2
Minimum HCP
31.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Worcester Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range30 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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 Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Worcester Country Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
shawb@worcestercc.org
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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
2 Rice St, Worcester, MA 01606, USA
Course Description
Worcester Country Club is a historic private golf and social club located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The club boasts a storied golfing legacy, hosting numerous state and regional championships and notable tournaments, including events tied to historic venues like the Ryder Cup. Its facilities include a championship golf course and clubhouse spaces suitable for events, reflecting a family-oriented atmosphere and a long-standing tradition in New England golf.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Donald J. Ross
Opened
1914
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 Worcester Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for RED/BLACK
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeated tests of iron play on par fours that shape scoring, with par fives mixing birdie rewards against big risk on the toughest stretches. Front nine plays sharper overall to set early tone.
R
RED Tee
Gender: MalePar 706711 yards6137 metersCR 74.0Bogey 98.7Slope 133
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 49.2 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 49.5 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 1 | — | 18 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 387 | 563 | 388 | 235 | 483 | 207 | 412 | 195 | 410 | 3280 | 178 | 408 | 438 | 197 | 401 | 588 | 413 | 460 | 348 | 3431 | 6711 |
R
RED/BLACK Tee
Gender: MalePar 706408 yards5859 metersCR 72.1Bogey 96.5Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.2 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 48.3 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 1 | — | 18 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 387 | 532 | 388 | 215 | 450 | 162 | 412 | 195 | 410 | 3151 | 178 | 408 | 420 | 175 | 340 | 515 | 413 | 460 | 348 | 3257 | 6408 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: MalePar 704905 yards4485 metersCR 63.6Bogey 84.6Slope 113
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 41.9 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 32.2 · BR 42.7 · Slope 113
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 1 | — | 18 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 305 | 458 | 265 | 147 | 344 | 137 | 305 | 122 | 307 | 2390 | 97 | 365 | 312 | 110 | 285 | 423 | 313 | 339 | 271 | 2515 | 4905 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Worcester Country Club
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 profile52% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started45% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy32%
Precision10%
70% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Pick your spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Scoring12%
11 Week Flagship Program for Worcester Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Worcester Country Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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52% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min21 HCP6 drills
Trajectory31%
Scoring18%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Consistent woods length, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy23%
Scoring17%
75% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Thread the gap, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision24%
Trajectory12%
20% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
70% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment27%
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
52% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy22%
Alignment21%
72% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
74% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control23%
Aim17%
64% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment21%
Scoring21%
54% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring26%
Aim15%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started79% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control19%
Scoring19%
Dispersion14%
72% match
For RED/BLACK tees
Thread the gap, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control25%
Aim18%
68% match
For RED tees
Vary landing spot soft, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision19%
Alignment16%
20% match
For RED tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Scoring44%
Accuracy30%
Visualization26%
74% match
For RED tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
81% match
For RED tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For RED tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
45% match
For RED tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
53% match
For RED tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Dispersion26%
Visualization26%
70% match
For RED tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim22%
Scoring18%
51% match
For RED tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control25%
Alignment18%
72% match
For RED tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started57% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy23%
Scoring19%
75% match
For RED tees
Thread the needle, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Aim22%
Distance Control16%
68% match
For RED tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Scoring24%
Alignment21%
41% match
For RED tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy30%
Alignment22%
71% match
For RED tees
Dial in aim, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Precision21%
Dispersion18%
62% match
For RED tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy18%
Scoring13%
77% match
For RED tees
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control30%
Trajectory14%
41% match
For RED tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
67% match
For RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
72% match
For RED tees
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Precision23%
Dispersion16%
58% match
For RED tees
Mix short game shots, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP3 drills
Dispersion34%
Precision33%
Aim14%
45% match
For WHITE tees
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Dispersion30%
Accuracy23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started52% match
For WHITE tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
55% match
For WHITE tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
61% match
For WHITE tees
Turn into par saves, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Scoring20%
Aim17%
Distance Control16%
56% match
For WHITE tees
Control rollout, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment15%
Trajectory13%
60% match
For WHITE tees
Chip through gate, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Aim34%
Alignment19%
Scoring16%
64% match
For WHITE tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Worcester Country Club
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 Worcester Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Worcester Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Worcester Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Worcester Country Club presents a demanding test. At 133.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 74.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Worcester Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5808 yards. The back tees extend to 6711.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Worcester Country Club?
With a course rating of 74.0 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Worcester Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6711.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Worcester Country Club 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 Worcester Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6711.0 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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