6 Great Double Dogleg Holes
During the first few decades of the 20th century, architects A.W. Tillinghast and C.B. Macdonald often engaged in good-natured debates about course design. While Macdonald favored the strategy of implementing template designs, Tillinghast most often let the natural land dictate a hole’s inherent shape and strategy. That said, Tillinghast—who garnered the nickname “Tillie the Terror” […]
4 Golf Destinations with Dramatic Views of National Parks
One of the most appealing aspects of golf is the environment in which the game is played. Most courses transport players to a tranquil, park-like setting, although some of those locales are a bit lusher and more idyllic than others. Every now and then, however, a course—and sometimes its affiliated hotel and resort—can do more […]
PGA Tour Q&A: One Golf Rule You’d Love to Change
The rules of golf are generally clear, straightforward, and—most importantly—agreeable. Every once in a while, however, golfers will come across a rule that seems antiquated or flat out unnecessary. Amateurs aren’t taking their rulebooks out for most casual rounds of golf, but the pros are well-versed in the statutes of the game. With that in […]
The Chain: A Preview of Streamsong Resort’s Fourth Course
Forget what you know or what you may have experienced at Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw’s most famous short courses, namely The Sandbox at Sand Valley and Bandon Preserve at Bandon Dunes. Both courses encapsulate fun, and they both implore golfers to think strategically, even on holes that may peak at only 63 yards in […]
Reimagining The International: Coore & Crenshaw’s Plans for Country’s Former Longest Course
When news broke in early 2021 that Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, and other key members of the Coore & Crenshaw design team, would be redesigning the Pines Course at The International in Bolton, Mass., it was unclear at that time how much, if any, of the existing course would be repurposed in those efforts. […]
PGA Tour Q&A: The Sweetest Moment of Your Career
Most golfers have a favorite course or, at the very least, a favorite hole—someplace where they tend to always play well or a spot that holds a special place in their hearts for a notable round, shot, or achievement. We assumed that the same must be true for the best players in the world, so […]
America’s Most Noteworthy “South” Courses
Some of the country’s best layouts have been branded with a certain directional moniker. Think of the four main points of a compass, and a familiar golf course should come to mind—whether it’s hosted major championships or simply continues to dazzle its guests. After looking at a handful of the country’s well-known “North” courses, we […]
5 Reasons to Love The Omni Homestead Resort
The culmination of a more than $150-million renovation, along with a centennial milestone, make now the perfect time to visit this historic golf resort For more than two centuries, The Omni Homestead Resort has drawn dignitaries and discerning travelers to the Allegheny Mountains of western Virginia. Nearly two dozen presidents and former presidents have visited […]
6 Great Public Golf Courses in Greater Dallas
The PGA Tour swings through the Lone Star state a handful of times every year, and when it does one of several standout Texas courses enjoys its annual 15 minutes of fame. Yet, there are plenty of other great tracks all across the state. Here, we take a closer look at the greater Dallas area, […]
PGA Tour Q&A: One Course for the Rest of Your Life
If you could only play one course for the rest of your life, where would you choose to play? It’s a question that golfing friends often ask each other, so we decided to ask a bunch of PGA Tour players to find out where they would choose to play golf if they could only tee […]
