Schedule
Mar 16, 2026 – Mar 16, 2026
Flagship Tournament Program
Full 3 Week Practice Program for Bernie Shootout
Venue: Tpc Potomac At Avenel Farm
Complete 3-week preparation program for the upcoming tournament at POTOMAC. Commit to a structured practice plan that improves Distance Control (16%) and Aim (15%) and focuses mainly on Long (20+ ft) putts, Chip shots, and Woods (Hy,5W,3W). Modules are progressively ranked from HCP 35.0 to 17.5 to build skills leading up to event.
Organizer
Marymount University - Virginia
League
NCAA Division III
Weeks
3
Time horizon until tee-off
Practice days
12
Mapped sessions in Program Maker
Macro cycles
1
Technique · Shaping · Performance loops
Development program
Skills periodization build based on tournament clock
Built directly from the time remaining before the event. Macro cycles stack micro focus blocks—red to learn, blue to refine, orange to apply—mirroring the template you provided. Each column equals a week; the green curve tracks practice intensity as drills alternate between comfort and pressure.
Learn SkillsRefine SkillsApply SkillsIntensity of practice
Weeks until event
3
Time horizon from right now to the opening tee shot.
Practice days
12
Program Maker keeps four on-course days every week.
Macro cycles
1
Stacked red → blue → orange focus blocks per cycle.
Weekly workload
4 days
Two drills per day mixing Putting, Short Game, Range.
Module handicap
+9.0 to 45.0
Range derived from drill hcp_min_avg to hcp_max_avg.
Micro focus map
Technique · Shot shaping · Performance
Every macro runs technique (red), shaping (blue), and performance (orange) blocks to keep the readiness curve honest.
Skill breakdown
Accuracy14%
Scoring13%
Aim12%
Distance Control12%
Event snapshot
Tournament & Course Details
Same layout as the tournaments section on course pages—just focused entirely on this event.
Format
Stroke Play
League
NCAA Division III
Organizer
Marymount University - Virginia
Holes
18 holes
Field
women
Course
Tpc Potomac At Avenel Farm
Status
Open for registration
Flagship curriculum
How the 3-week plan unfolds
Each module focuses on specific area of the game (Putting, Short Game, Driving Range) for up to two weeks at a time. Follow the curriculum in a given order for best results.
Week 1≤ 3 daysDay 1 – 3
Control Distance
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on distance: long (20+ ft).
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Distance Control
47%
Visualization
33%
Dispersion
12%
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 daysDay 4 – 6
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: chip.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Distance Control
27%
Precision
23%
Scoring
18%
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 daysDay 7 – 12
Control 3-Wood Roll
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Precision
27%
Trajectory
16%
Mechanics
15%
Week 4≤ 3 daysDay 13 – 15
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on distance: 6 ft (2m) only.
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Aim
38%
Alignment
23%
Stroke
22%
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 daysDay 16 – 24
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: flop.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Alignment
26%
Aim
24%
Scoring
18%
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 daysDay 25 – 30
Control Driver Ball Flight
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: driver.
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Precision
29%
Mechanics
22%
Trajectory
19%
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 daysDay 31 – 34
Eliminate Three-Putts
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on distance: long (20+ ft).
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Distance Control
35%
Visualization
25%
Dispersion
23%
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 daysDay 35 – 43
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: chip.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 34.9
Module skill breakdown
Aim
20%
Scoring
19%
Distance Control
19%
Weeks 11–13≤ 6 daysDay 44 – 49
Control Wedge Roll
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: wedges (lw,sw,gw,pw).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Precision
26%
Mechanics
23%
Trajectory
18%
Program snapshot
Avg HCP focus
17.5
Intermediate
Skill pillars
Distance Control · Visualization · Dispersion · Accuracy · Precision · Scoring
Host course
Tpc Potomac At Avenel Farm
Potomac, United States
Status
Open for registration
Mar 16, 2026 – Mar 16, 2026
Weekly Plan
Program Maker weeks broken down by day
The PracticeProgramMaker output replaces the flagship stack entirely. Every row below comes straight from the automated builder—four practice days per week, two drills per day, and category balance enforced automatically. Track the cadence, stick to the summaries, and lean on the PDF exports when you need offline reps.
Week 1
Technique · Off-season
Mar 2 – Mar 8
4 practice days · focus on short game · flop.
Short GameDriving RangePutting
Technique Module HCP +5.0 to 45.0
Week 1
60% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Hit balls from crossed piles to 3 close flags targets
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Flop#3069
Driving Range
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Hit wedge shots focusing on downswing, switch wedges.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra ShortWedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)#5003
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Hit wedge shots focusing on impact and follow-through.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 33 | 31 | 29 | 26 | 21 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra ShortWedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)#5004
Putting
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Hit 30 putts through gate using plane board
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 27 | 23 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 6 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
6 ft (2m) only#1045
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Hit 30 putts from short range using alignment mirror
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 27 | 23 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +5.0 to 10.0
6 ft (2m) only#1036
Short Game
Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Hit flop shots from two lines to four zones around hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Flop#3155
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Hit flop shots from two lines aiming inside circles
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Flop#3151
Driving Range
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Hit wedges focusing on takeaway, switch clubs often
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra ShortWedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)#5001
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Week 2
Shot shaping · Pre-season
Mar 9 – Mar 15
4 practice days · focus on driving range · driver.
Driving RangePutting
Shot shaping Module HCP 10.0 to 45.0
Week 2
88% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Hit 18 shots left-to-right, 18 right-to-left to target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
Extra LongDriver#5052
Putting
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Hit 30 putts from short distance over line
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
6 ft (2m) only#1042
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Putting
Putting
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Hit 30 putts from varying distances toward the fringe
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 25 | 22 | 19 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
Long (20+ ft)#1086
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Hit 5 putts progressively farther from hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 25 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
Long (20+ ft)#1071
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Putting, Driving Range
PuttingDriving Range
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Hit putts from all sides at varied distances
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 43 | 41 | 39 | 36 | 32 | 28 | 24 | 20 | 15 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
Long (20+ ft)#1084
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Hit low, mid, high wood shots at one target repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5046
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Hit shots curving both ways to cones near target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5049
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Hit putts from increasing distances within growing circles
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 24 | 21 | 19 | 16 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
Long (20+ ft)#1075
Week 3
Performance · In-season
Mar 16 – Mar 22
4 practice days · focus on putting · 6 ft (2m) only.
PuttingShort GameDriving Range
Performance Module HCP +9.0 to 19.0
Week 3
89% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Hit 40 putts moving around tees near hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 35 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 12 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +4.3 to 11.7
6 ft (2m) only#1007
Short Game
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Hit pitch shots aiming 4 balls at each marked zone.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 29 | 27 | 24 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Pitch#3007
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Hit pitch shots to three spaced landing zones in a row
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP 4.0 to 19.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Pitch#3009
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Hit mid irons to land in increasing circle zones
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 24 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 5.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5066
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 9 Targets
Hit 4 shots from 7, 6, or 5 iron at 9 spaced targets
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 27 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5068
Putting
Single Tee, 15/25
Hit 30 putts from short range around hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 29 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
6 ft (2m) only#1051
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Hit 25 putts through the ball gate from close range
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 24 | 22 | 19 | 17 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
6 ft (2m) only#1020
Short Game
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Hit putts from varied spots aiming for close circles
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Pitch#3034
Program breakdown
Each block inside the flagship build
You get the same cards that appear under the tournaments section on a course page—category pills, drill counts, and handicap focus—so partners see exactly how the flagship plan is composed.
PuttingTee · YellowIntermediate
Control Distance
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
Distance ControlVisualizationDispersionAccuracy
Short GameTee · WhiteBeginner
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
Distance ControlPrecisionScoringAim
Driving RangeTee · YellowBeginner
Control 3-Wood Roll
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
6
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionTrajectoryMechanicsAim
PuttingTee · YellowIntermediate
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
AimAlignmentStrokeScoring
Short GameTee · YellowBeginner
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
9
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
AlignmentAimScoringDistance Control
Driving RangeTee · YellowBeginner
Control Driver Ball Flight
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
6
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionMechanicsTrajectoryAim
PuttingTee · BlendedIntermediate
Eliminate Three-Putts
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
Distance ControlVisualizationDispersionAccuracy
Short GameTee · YellowBeginner
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
9
Avg HCP
34.9
Focus
Beginner
AimScoringDistance ControlAlignment
Driving RangeTee · YellowBeginner
Control Wedge Roll
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
6
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionMechanicsTrajectoryScoring