How Ping Became a Driver Company
At the U.S. Open in June, 13 players in the field put the Ping G400 driver in play during the first week the club was available. Pros tend to be somewhere between picky and “don’t bother asking” about switching equipment during golf’s biggest events, which made this mass switch all the more remarkable. “It was […]
What Makes a Golf Course Bad?
Golf course design is a subjective topic and opinions on layouts differ from golfer to golfer. The exception is the greatest courses in the world, which are for the most part met with universal acclaim. Those are the Cypress Point Clubs, Old Courses, and Royal Melbournes. Debating which is best is a somewhat trivial exercise, […]
5 Questions with Golf Course Architect Brandon Johnson
Brandon Johnson earned a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from Harvard in 1999, before becoming Manager of Design for The First Tee, where he oversaw design and construction of 250 facilities. In 2006, he joined Arnold Palmer’s course design firm and, seven years later, was made a Senior Architect and Vice President of the company. […]
The Architect’s Ultimate Golf Trip
By Erik Matuszewski Golfers love few things better than a great road trip, with the opportunity to experience new courses in new locations. With this being LINKS, it only made sense to envision the ideal golf excursion for an aspiring golf course architect or aficionado of course design. Setting aside logistical obstacles—such as costs […]
5 Small Golf Brands That You Need to Know
Big brands budget big bucks to ensure media saturation. Lost sometimes are smaller brands which don’t have much spending power, but which still create excellent products. Here are five brands you may not be aware of, but should be. Carbon Putters Colorado’s Carbon Putters has enjoyed critical acclaim without hitting the big time… yet. The […]
Golf, Wine, and Safari in South Africa
By Tony Dear South Africa’s many attractions are hardly unknown. But having just spent three unforgettable weeks there visiting Cape Town, drinking a lot of incredible wine, watching elephants and lions in the wild, and playing a few really good golf courses, I’d estimate it gets about one-fifth the coverage it deserves. Getting there […]
Can A Golf Course Be Too Natural?
Can a golf course be too natural? That question has been rattling around in my head for a while as I’ve been bouncing around looking at and playing courses new and old.No one course prompted this thought. And I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t have a definitive answer. But the more I […]
Whitetail Club, McCall, Idaho
Located in McCall, Idaho, designated by National Geographic as one of the best hidden ski towns to visit, Whitetail Club is a mountainous hideaway offering a retreat for meaningful experiences that leave a lasting impression. For those seeking a second, third, or primary home destination, this private real estate community and club brings the best […]
Shoal Creek, Alabama
Where untouched nature meets genteel living, you’ll find Shoal Creek—a tucked-away gem just a few miles southeast of Birmingham. The community began blossoming into what it is today about four decades ago when the late Hall Thompson decided to build a top-of-the-line golf course buffered by lush woods. A thriving golf club, gorgeous homes, trails, […]
Rock Barn Country Club & Spa
With a welcoming atmosphere, appealing cost of living, easy big-city access, and big-time amenities, Rock Barn Country Club & Spa has made a name for itself as a hidden gem in western North Carolina. This community offers two championship golf courses, eight tennis courts, an outdoor pool pavilion, a full-service day spa, multiple dining venues, […]
