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The 18-hole "Highland" course at the Highland Park Golf Course facility in Birmingham, Alabama features 5,801 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. The course rating is 68.1 and it has a slope rating of 128 on Bermuda grass. Designed by (R) Robert E. Cupp, ASGCA, the Highland golf course opened in 1903.
With 18 holes lasting roughly 15 minutes each, that puts a group of 4 taking about 4 hours and 15 minutes to play a group of 18 holes. If you’re playing alone or with a group less than four, this will reduce the total time it takes to play 18 holes.
The course rating is 68.1 and it has a slope rating of 128 on Bermuda grass. Designed by (R) Robert E. Cupp, ASGCA, the Highland golf course opened in 1903.
Highland Park Golf Course, Alabama’s oldest golf course, has reopened for play after an extensive seven-month renovation. This million-dollar course makeover included modernization of golf course bunkers and putting surfaces. Landscapes Unlimited oversaw the renovation.
So, how long does it usually take to play an entire golf round, all 18 holes? The United States Golf Association (U.S.G.A) conducted a study to determine the average time a golf round needs to be completed.
Slow play is when a golfer takes too long to finish their round. This can lead to frustration for both the players and their playing partners.
Earlier, we mentioned that the time a round of golf takes to complete would vary depending on many variables. These include the number of players, weather conditions, players' skill level, etc. Let's now tackle each factor individually in more detail.
There are several benefits of playing a fast-paced round of golf. One of these benefits is that you'll enjoy your round more. You'll feel happier and more relaxed after completing a faster-paced round.
Now that we have established that a faster pace of play can make a golf round more enjoyable, you might be asking yourself how to speed up your pace. There are certain tips you can try to achieve that; let's cover some of them in more detail.
Golf is a very technical game. It takes a lot of practice and strategy to play. Everything needs to be calculated to enjoy the game without any surprises.
There are several factors at play when it comes to how quickly you’ll be able to complete 18 holes of golf. The major factors at play are the following:
The number of players you are playing with is a major factor in how long it will take to complete a full 18 holes of golf. While playing with four players, which is considered the average, it will probably take you about four hours, give or take some time because of player skill.
The type of course has a rather large impact on how long your 18 holes are going to take. A full par 72 (4 par per hole) course will probably take an average of around 4 hours. However, a par 3 course will take you significantly less time. These probably take around 2 or 3 hours to complete for a group of moderately skilled amateurs.
Another factor in how long your game will take is the skill of the players. Obviously, the better you and your group are at golfing, the less time the course will take. If you’re shooting at or around par, you can expect to finish a par 4 course in around 3 or 4 hours.
One of the major factors for how long you’re going to take to complete 18 holes is actually beyond your control. How many other people are on the course at the time you play can seriously slow down how long you’re able to play.
The speed at which you complete each hole is one of the most important factors to how fast you are able to complete the entire course. How fast you can tee up, take your shots, score your game, make your puts, and move on to the next hole will be the main factor of how long you take to get 18 holes done.
The last major factor of how long your 18 hole game will take is whether you’re walking from hole to hole or riding a golf cart. Riding a golf cart can considerably reduce the amount of time it takes to complete the course.
The course rating is 68.1 and it has a slope rating of 128 on Bermuda grass. Designed by (R) Robert E. Cupp, ASGCA, the Highland golf course opened in 1903.
Designed by (R) Robert E. Cupp, ASGCA, the Highland golf course opened in 1903. Honours Golf manages this facility, with Evan Godfrey, PGA as the General Manager.
This 18-hole layout is fun and encouraging for novice golfers, yet enticing enough for skilled golfers.
Highland Park is well known for its outstanding golf course conditions. It offers well-manicured tees and fairways and award-winning bent grass greens that run fast and true. Highland Park was even voted “Best Greens in Birmingham” by Birmingham Magazine. Club Rentals.
Ship Sticks will make sure your golf clubs arrive here on time and undamaged, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy your golf trip. If you are a local player, we can also ship your clubs to any destination. No more long check-in lines at the airport and you'll be able to breeze past the baggage claim area.
Highland Park now has smoother, faster putting surfaces from AU Victory Bentgrass. The new bentgrass variety was the first released by Auburn University’s turfgrass research team and promises improved putting greens for golfers. To learn more about AU Victory Bentgrass, click here.
Unless you’re in a tournament, do not play the honor system (sorry Golf Gods, I said it).
One of the main culprits behind slow golf is playing tee boxes that are too advanced for your game.
In general, using a golf cart is a faster way to get around the golf course. You can drive straight to your ball, go through your pre-shot routine, hit, and repeat until you’re on the green. No walking or having to use a pull cart.
Another reason for slow golf is players searching for distances to the green and other hazards.
Finally, to speed up the pace of play, develop your own pre-shot routine that is efficient. A longer pre-shot routine does not necessarily make it a better one.
As golf continues to grow in popularity since 2020, pace of play is a big issue.