Schedule
Apr 13, 2026 – Apr 14, 2026
Flagship Tournament Program
Full 6 Week Practice Program for Hardrocker Spring Invite 2026
Venue: Golf Club At Red Rock
Complete 6-week preparation program for the upcoming tournament at Rapid City. Commit to a structured practice plan that improves Distance Control (20%) and Aim (12%) 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
South Dakota School of Mines & Tech
League
NCAA Division II
Weeks
6
Time horizon until tee-off
Practice days
24
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
6
Time horizon from right now to the opening tee shot.
Practice days
24
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
Scoring14%
Accuracy12%
Precision12%
Distance Control11%
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 II
Organizer
South Dakota School of Mines & Tech
Holes
36 holes
Field
women
Course
Golf Club At Red Rock
Status
Open for registration
Flagship curriculum
How the 6-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≤ 4 daysDay 1 – 4
Eliminate Three-Putts
Course-calibrated drills mapped to this module. Working on distance: long (20+ ft).
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Distance Control
35%
Visualization
25%
Dispersion
23%
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 daysDay 5 – 10
Avoid Three-Putts
Course-calibrated drills mapped to this module. Working on shot: chip.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Distance Control
26%
Alignment
19%
Aim
16%
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 daysDay 11 – 13
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
Scoring
24%
Precision
19%
Mechanics
15%
Week 4≤ 3 daysDay 14 – 16
Hit Every Long Putt
Course-calibrated drills mapped to this module. Working on distance: long (20+ ft).
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Distance Control
47%
Visualization
33%
Dispersion
12%
Week 5≤ 4 daysDay 17 – 20
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Pick landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: chip.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Accuracy
21%
Alignment
18%
Scoring
17%
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 daysDay 21 – 26
Control Driver Ball Flight
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: driver.
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Precision
29%
Mechanics
23%
Trajectory
19%
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 daysDay 27 – 30
Hit Every Long Putt
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, 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 8–9≤ 3 daysDay 31 – 33
Keep Par Safe
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: pitch.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Aim
34%
Alignment
23%
Scoring
23%
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 daysDay 34 – 40
Control Long Iron Flight
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: long irons (4,3,2).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Precision
33%
Mechanics
19%
Aim
16%
Program snapshot
Avg HCP focus
17.5
Intermediate
Skill pillars
Distance Control · Visualization · Dispersion · Accuracy · Alignment · Aim
Host course
Golf Club At Red Rock
Rapid City, United States
Status
Open for registration
Apr 13, 2026 – Apr 14, 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 9 – Mar 15
4 practice days · focus on short game · chip.
Short GameDriving RangePutting
Technique Module HCP +6.0 to 45.0
Week 1
60% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Chip from multiple piles into two circle targets close to hole
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)Chip#3057
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing
Hit mid irons focusing on two backswing tasks only
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
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5010
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway
Hit mid irons focusing on two takeaway tasks only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 33 | 31 | 28 | 24 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5009
Putting
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Hit putts through ball gate using plane board repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 45 | 42 | 38 | 34 | 29 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1044
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Hit 50 putts through gate using alignment sticks
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 48 | 45 | 42 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 26 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +6.0 to 10.0
3 ft (1m) only#1038
Short Game
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Chip balls from two lines aiming for close circles.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 26 | 24 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Chip#3141
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Hit 3 balls alternating lines into 4 green zones
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Pitch#3150
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through
Hit mid irons focusing on impact and follow-through.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5012
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Week 2
Technique · Off-season
Mar 16 – Mar 22
4 practice days · focus on driving range · mid irons (7,6,5).
Driving RangePuttingShort Game
Technique Module HCP +5.0 to 45.0
Week 2
69% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing
Hit mid irons focusing on 2 downswing thoughts only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5011
Putting
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Hit putts close using alignment mirror repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 48 | 46 | 42 | 38 | 34 | 30 | 26 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +5.0 to 10.0
3 ft (1m) only#1035
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Hit putts through ball gate using plane board repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 45 | 42 | 38 | 34 | 29 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1044
Short Game
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Hit pitch shots from crossed lines to 3 green 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
Mid (20-40 y/m)Pitch#3148
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 36 chips from varied spots into 3 zones
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Chip#3060
Driving Range
Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing
Hit long irons focusing on two backswing thoughts only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5014
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Long irons (4,3,2) | Downswing
Hit long irons focusing on two downswing thoughts only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5015
Putting
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Hit putts through ball gate using plane board repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 45 | 42 | 38 | 34 | 29 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1044
Week 3
Shot shaping · Pre-season
Mar 23 – Mar 29
4 practice days · focus on putting · 3 ft (1m) only.
PuttingDriving Range
Shot shaping Module HCP 10.0 to 45.0
Week 3
70% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Putting
Putting
Putting
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Hit putts from close range along a straight line.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 43 | 40 | 36 | 31 | 26 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
3 ft (1m) only#1041
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
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Putting, Driving Range
PuttingDriving Range
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
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
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Hit 12 low, mid, and high shots at one flag
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
MediumMid irons (7,6,5)#5036
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
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Putting, Driving Range
PuttingDriving Range
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
Driving Range
Long irons (4,3,2) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Hit 12 low, mid, and high shots to one target.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5041
Week 4
Shot shaping · Pre-season
Mar 30 – Apr 5
4 practice days · focus on driving range · driver.
Driving RangePutting
Shot shaping Module HCP +9.0 to 45.0
Week 4
88% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
Driving Range
Driver | Around the Stick
Hit 36 shots curving ball around cones 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
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra LongDriver#5054
Driving Range
Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot
Hit 36 driver shots varying low, mid, high flights
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra LongDriver#5051
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Driver | Straight Shot
Hit driver shots aiming for consistent straight ball flight
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 LongDriver#5050
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Hit putts from increasing distances, stop ball in circle
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 24 | 18 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +8.0 to 10.0
Long (20+ ft)#1077
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Putting
Putting
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Hit putts eyes closed from near to far fields
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 26 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Long (20+ ft)#1018
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Hit 30 putts stopping ball past hole in target zone
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 27 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 18 | 17 | 10 | 6 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Long (20+ ft)#1032
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Putting, Driving Range
PuttingDriving Range
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665b4469ca4087c9c11b4297_Slide91.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Hit putts from three distances aiming for tight control
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 26 | 22 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Long (20+ ft)#1091
Driving Range
Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Hit varied long iron shots toward target flag
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 +9.0 to 5.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5097
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Week 5
Performance · In-season
Apr 6 – Apr 12
4 practice days · focus on driving range · woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangePuttingShort Game
Performance Module HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Week 5
89% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Hit 36 wood shots at 3 flags within close range
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5111
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Hit putts from distance aiming inside a close circle
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 22 | 19 | 15 | 12 | 9 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Long (20+ ft)#1024
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.prod.website-files.com%2F65d60f76badcce181f11dc50%2F6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG&w=3840&q=75)
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Hit putts from near to far fields, total 30 shots
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 29 | 27 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 15 | 12 | 8 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Long (20+ ft)#1016
Short Game
DIY Course Hard
Chip from tough spots around green, putt until holed
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 28 | 30 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Mixed#3112
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
DIY Course Hard
Chip from tough spots then putt in two strokes
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 16 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 24 | 27 | 30 | 33 | 36 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Mixed#3084
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit wood shots curving both ways at 9 close targets
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 +9.0 to 10.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5048
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit woods aiming at 3 sequential landing zones
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5077
Putting
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Hit 25 putts through ball gate from close range
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 25 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
3 ft (1m) only#1019
Week 6
Performance · In-season
Apr 13 – Apr 19
4 practice days · focus on putting · 3 ft (1m) only.
PuttingShort GameDriving Range
Performance Module HCP +9.0 to 13.3
Week 6
94% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Hit putts from eight tees around the hole continuously
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 45 | 43 | 41 | 38 | 35 | 30 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +4.3 to 11.7
3 ft (1m) only#1006
Short Game
DIY Course Hard
Chip 9 balls from varied lies onto the green repeatedly
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 27 | 26 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Mixed#3056
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
DIY Course Hard
Chip from tough spots; wedge and putt to hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Mixed#3140
Driving Range
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Longer)
Chip wedges at 5 spaced targets, aiming for close zones
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 +9.0 to 10.0
Extra ShortWedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)#5029
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)
Chip wedges aiming for targets in marked landing zones
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 +9.0 to 10.0
Extra ShortWedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)#5026
Putting
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Hit putts from tees placed close around the hole
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 50 | 49 | 47 | 45 | 43 | 41 | 38 | 35 | 30 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +3.3 to 13.3
3 ft (1m) only#1003
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
Putting
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Hit 30 putts close to the hole continuously
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 12 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
3 ft (1m) only#1050
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 · BlackIntermediate
Eliminate Three-Putts
Purpose-built putting block for the host course.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
Distance ControlVisualizationDispersionAccuracy
Short GameTee · BlueBeginner
Avoid Three-Putts
Purpose-built short game block for the host course.
Drills
6
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
Distance ControlAlignmentAimScoring
Driving RangeTee · WhiteBeginner
Control 3-Wood Roll
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
ScoringPrecisionMechanicsAccuracy
PuttingTee · BlueIntermediate
Hit Every Long Putt
Purpose-built putting block for the host course.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
Distance ControlVisualizationDispersionAccuracy
Short GameTee · BlackBeginner
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Pick landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
AccuracyAlignmentScoringDistance Control
Driving RangeTee · BlueBeginner
Control Driver Ball Flight
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
6
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionMechanicsTrajectoryAim
PuttingTee · WhiteIntermediate
Hit Every Long Putt
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
Distance ControlVisualizationDispersionAccuracy
Short GameTee · BlueBeginner
Keep Par Safe
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
AimAlignmentScoringDistance Control
Driving RangeTee · WhiteBeginner
Control Long Iron Flight
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
7
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionMechanicsAimTrajectory