I hit my local course solo this evening at about 7:30. I was planning on hitting a bucket or 2 but the course was wide open so I went out to play a few holes. i ended up playing 3 balls on each hole since no one was in front or behind me. I played 9 holes in less than an hour. Didn't lose a ball and hit some VERY good shots. In fact I almost holed out a par 3...hit the stick and bounced about 6 inches away. I would love to hit my first hole in one but a witness would be nice. Anyway.....hitting 3 balls with no one on the course makes for good practice round. If only even round was this fast and enjoyable!!!