Schedule
Mar 5, 2026 – Mar 7, 2026
Flagship Tournament Program
Full 3 Week Practice Program for The Golf College Invitational at Castro Marim
Venue: Guadiana · Castro Marim Golfe and Country Club
Complete 3-week preparation program for the upcoming tournament at Castro Marim. Commit to a structured practice plan that improves Precision (26%) and Scoring (22%) and focuses mainly on 6 ft (2m) only putts, Mixed shots, and Long irons (4,3,2). Modules are progressively ranked from HCP 35.0 to 1.8 to build skills leading up to event.
Organizer
WAGR
League
Collegiate
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
Precision15%
Scoring14%
Aim12%
Dispersion10%
Event snapshot
Tournament & Course Details
Same layout as the tournaments section on course pages—just focused entirely on this event.
Format
Stroke
League
Collegiate
Organizer
WAGR
Field
women
Course
Guadiana
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
Sink More Putts Accurately
Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes. Working on distance: 6 ft (2m) only.
PuttingDifficulty · ExpertModule HCP 2.2
Module skill breakdown
Precision
45%
Scoring
33%
Aim
13%
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 daysDay 4 – 7
Sink Every Mid Putt
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes. Working on distance: 6 ft (2m) only.
PuttingDifficulty · ExpertModule HCP 1.8
Module skill breakdown
Precision
34%
Scoring
33%
Aim
20%
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 daysDay 8 – 11
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: mixed.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Scoring
45%
Distance Control
34%
Visualization
22%
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 daysDay 12 – 14
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Pinpoint pitches, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes. Working on shot: pitch.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 22.3
Module skill breakdown
Precision
32%
Aim
23%
Distance Control
18%
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 daysDay 15 – 18
Save Par From Bunker Consistently
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on shot: sand.
Short GameDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 13.5
Module skill breakdown
Scoring
38%
Accuracy
20%
Visualization
11%
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 daysDay 19 – 25
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Stop missing greens, 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%
Week 7≤ 3 daysDay 26 – 28
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Mechanics
45%
Trajectory
28%
Precision
27%
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 daysDay 29 – 33
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on club: driver.
Driving RangeDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.6
Module skill breakdown
Dispersion
31%
Precision
20%
Scoring
16%
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 daysDay 34 – 38
Reduce 3-Wood Spread
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on club: woods (hy,5w,3w).
Driving RangeDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Precision
34%
Dispersion
20%
Scoring
14%
Program snapshot
Avg HCP focus
2.2
Expert
Skill pillars
Precision · Scoring · Aim · Green Reading · Accuracy · Distance Control
Host course
Guadiana
Castro Marim, Portugal
Status
Open for registration
Mar 5, 2026 – Mar 7, 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
Feb 19 – Feb 25
4 practice days · focus on driving range · long irons (4,3,2).
Driving RangePutting
Technique Module HCP +5.0 to 45.0
Week 1
60% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
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
Driving Range
Long irons (4,3,2) | Takeaway
Hit long irons focusing on takeaway with two tips
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5013
Day 2
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: 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
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Hit woods focusing on downswing; switch clubs often
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)#5019
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through
Hit woods focusing on impact and follow through cues
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)#5020
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing
Hit woods focusing on two backswing thoughts only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 21 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5018
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
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Week 2
Shot shaping · Pre-season
Feb 26 – Mar 4
4 practice days · focus on driving range · driver.
Driving Range
Shot shaping Module HCP +9.0 to 45.0
Week 2
88% ready
Day 1
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
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
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Hit 36 wood shots curving both ways to target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 10.0 to 25.0
LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5047
Day 2
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
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Hit long irons curving both ways around cones near target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 26 | 23 | 19 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
LongLong irons (4,3,2)#5044
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
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
Driving Range
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 36 drives curving left and right at 9 spaced 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 LongDriver#5053
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Driving Range
Driving Range
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Hit woods with draws/fades, highs/lows, pushes/pulls
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 5.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5102
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
Week 3
Performance · In-season
Mar 5 – Mar 11
4 practice days · focus on putting · 6 ft (2m) only.
PuttingShort GameDriving Range
Performance Module HCP +9.0 to 16.0
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
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Hit bump-and-run balls to 9 marked green 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 15.0
Short (<20 y/m)Bump'n'Run#3101
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Sand Long
Chip balls from bunkers to three distant targets in line
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 26 | 23 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 1.0 to 16.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Sand#3319
Driving Range
Driver | Y Area
Hit 36 driver shots at 3 wide Y-shaped targets
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 5.0
Extra LongDriver#5080
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Hit varied wood shots aiming at one distant flag
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 5.0
Extra LongWoods (Hy,5W,3W)#5101
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
Sand Mid
Chip balls from bunker to three marked green zones
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 28 | 26 | 23 | 19 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Intermediate
HCP 1.0 to 16.0
Short (<20 y/m)Sand#3318
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 · All TeesExpert
Sink More Putts Accurately
Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
2.2
Focus
Expert
PrecisionScoringAimGreen Reading
PuttingTee · All TeesExpert
Sink Every Mid Putt
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
1.8
Focus
Expert
PrecisionScoringAimAccuracy
Short GameTee · All TeesBeginner
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
ScoringDistance ControlVisualization
Short GameTee · All TeesBeginner
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Pinpoint pitches, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
22.3
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionAimDistance ControlScoring
Short GameTee · All TeesIntermediate
Save Par From Bunker Consistently
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
13.5
Focus
Intermediate
ScoringAccuracyVisualizationPrecision
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
7
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionMechanicsAimTrajectory
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
MechanicsTrajectoryPrecision
Driving RangeTee · All TeesIntermediate
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
5
Avg HCP
17.6
Focus
Intermediate
DispersionPrecisionScoringAccuracy
Driving RangeTee · All TeesIntermediate
Reduce 3-Wood Spread
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
5
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
PrecisionDispersionScoringDistance Control