Schedule
Mar 23, 2026
Flagship Tournament Program
Full 3 Week Practice Program for Vierer Matchplay Championship 2026
Venue: Neckartal · Golfclub Neckartal
Complete 3-week preparation program for the upcoming tournament at Kornwestheim. Commit to a structured practice plan that improves Precision (17%) and Aim (15%) and focuses mainly on Long (20+ ft) putts, Flop shots, and Short irons (9,8). Modules are progressively ranked from HCP 35.0 to 11.1 to build skills leading up to event.
Organizer
Deutscher Golf Verband
League
Germany
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
Precision13%
Accuracy13%
Scoring12%
Aim11%
Event snapshot
Tournament & Course Details
Same layout as the tournaments section on course pages—just focused entirely on this event.
Format
Stroke
League
Germany
Organizer
Deutscher Golf Verband
Field
all
Course
Neckartal
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≤ 4 daysDay 1 – 4
Eliminate Three-Putts
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 2–4≤ 7 daysDay 5 – 13
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on shot: flop.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Aim
23%
Scoring
23%
Alignment
19%
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 daysDay 14 – 18
Control Short Iron Flight
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: short irons (9,8).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Mechanics
36%
Precision
29%
Trajectory
21%
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 daysDay 19 – 21
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on distance: 3 ft (1m) only.
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 17.5
Module skill breakdown
Aim
32%
Stroke
28%
Alignment
23%
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 daysDay 22 – 25
Get Square for Success
Check setup, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes. Working on shot: chip.
Short GameDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 26.3
Module skill breakdown
Alignment
33%
Distance Control
25%
Precision
19%
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 daysDay 26 – 29
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes. Working on club: short irons (9,8).
Driving RangeDifficulty · BeginnerModule HCP 35.0
Module skill breakdown
Mechanics
45%
Precision
29%
Trajectory
26%
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 daysDay 30 – 34
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on distance: 3 ft (1m) only.
PuttingDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 11.1
Module skill breakdown
Aim
36%
Stroke
17%
Scoring
14%
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 daysDay 35 – 42
Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes. Working on shot: chip.
Short GameDifficulty · IntermediateModule HCP 19.8
Module skill breakdown
Precision
31%
Aim
23%
Distance Control
17%
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 daysDay 43 – 49
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Stay on fairways, 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%
Mechanics
19%
Trajectory
18%
Program snapshot
Avg HCP focus
17.5
Intermediate
Skill pillars
Distance Control · Visualization · Dispersion · Accuracy · Aim · Scoring
Host course
Neckartal
Kornwestheim, Germany
Status
Open for registration
Mar 23, 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 · 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 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
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Hit short irons focusing on impact and follow-through.
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 29 | 27 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
ShortShort irons (9,8)#5008
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Short irons (9,8) | Backswing
Hit short irons focusing on backswing on varied targets
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 27 | 23 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
ShortShort irons (9,8)#5006
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 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
Short Game
Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Hit flop shots to land ball in four circle zones
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Flop#3071
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
Short Game
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Chip 36 shots to 3 targets from varied distances
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
Short (<20 y/m)Chip#3059
Driving Range
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Hit short iron shots focusing on downswing thoughts only
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 31 | 29 | 27 | 24 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
ShortShort irons (9,8)#5007
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Week 2
Shot shaping · Pre-season
Mar 16 – Mar 22
4 practice days · focus on driving range · short irons (9,8).
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
Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Hit sets of low, mid, and high iron shots to target
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 32 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Beginner
HCP 25.0 to 45.0
ShortShort irons (9,8)#5031
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
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Putting
Putting
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
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 3
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
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: 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
Week 3
Performance · In-season
Mar 23 – Mar 29
4 practice days · focus on putting · 3 ft (1m) 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
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
Short Game
Flop | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Hit flop shots to three zones on the green in order
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 30 | 28 | 25 | 21 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 16.0
Short (<20 y/m)Flop#3014
Day 2
2 drills · mix of Short Game, Driving Range
Short GameDriving Range
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
Driving Range
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Hit 36 shots aiming at two yardage circles
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 33 | 31 | 29 | 25 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 5 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 5.0
ShortShort irons (9,8)#5061
Day 3
2 drills · mix of Driving Range, Putting
Driving RangePutting
Driving Range
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Hit 8/9 iron shots at 3 targets, aim 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
ShortShort irons (9,8)#5090
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
Day 4
2 drills · mix of Putting, Short Game
PuttingShort Game
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
Short Game
DIY Course Hard
Chip balls from tough spots, then putt continuously
Scoring benchmarks
| HCP | +9 | +5 | +1 | 5 | 12 | 19 | 27 | 36 | 54 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 26 | 24 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Difficulty
Advanced
HCP +9.0 to 10.0
Mid (20-40 y/m)Mixed#3028
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 TeesIntermediate
Eliminate Three-Putts
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 · All TeesBeginner
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
9
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
AimScoringAlignmentDistance Control
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Control Short Iron Flight
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
5
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
MechanicsPrecisionTrajectoryAim
PuttingTee · All TeesIntermediate
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
3
Avg HCP
17.5
Focus
Intermediate
AimStrokeAlignmentVisualization
Short GameTee · All TeesBeginner
Get Square for Success
Check setup, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
26.3
Focus
Beginner
AlignmentDistance ControlPrecisionScoring
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
4
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
MechanicsPrecisionTrajectory
PuttingTee · All TeesIntermediate
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
5
Avg HCP
11.1
Focus
Intermediate
AimStrokeScoringAlignment
Short GameTee · All TeesIntermediate
Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Drills
8
Avg HCP
19.8
Focus
Intermediate
PrecisionAimDistance ControlDispersion
Driving RangeTee · All TeesBeginner
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Drills
7
Avg HCP
35.0
Focus
Beginner
PrecisionMechanicsTrajectoryAim