The Essential: Dick Wilson

These days, many define the post-war period in golf design as the “Robert Trent Jones Era,” but it’s sometimes forgotten that for nearly 20 years he had a rival matching him course for course. Louis Sibbett “Dick” Wilson, born in Philadelphia in 1904, dropped out of the University of Vermont (which he had attended on […]
Winter Park: A Look at Golf’s Future?
By Graylyn Loomis Recent issues of LINKS have explored golf’s future, asking, in particular, what form course architecture will take if the game is to thrive. Over and over, the answer has included short courses, nine-hole layouts, and community golf, all of which can go a long way in welcoming new players into the game […]
Southern Florida Embodied at Tiburón Golf Club
By Graylyn Loomis After my second visit to Naples, Fla., I’m starting to see what all the fuss is about—perfect weather, two rounds of golf at Tiburón Golf Club, and cocktails by the sea. What’s not to like?! I went to Naples to visit Tiburón Golf Club and see the renovation work on their […]
Seeing the Tiger Effect From Inside the Ropes

The Tiger Woods effect, to quote a favorite Seinfeld line, is real and it is spectacular. Even Elvis was in the building to see the latest Tiger Woods comeback tour when he threatened to win for the first time in five years at the Valspar Championship.https://twitter.com/AdamSchupak/status/972895048948965376 It’s funny how fast we forget how much he […]
Old Marsh Golf Club | LINKS Premier Video
Old Marsh Golf Club in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. was founded in 1987. The club remains a peaceful and relaxing refuge for its members.
Quail West Golf & Country Club, Naples
Quail West is one of Stock Development’s premier golf and resort-lifestyle communities. It’s not only one of the most prestigious luxury communities in southwest Florida, it’s also one of the most beautiful. From the lush, tropical canopy at its approach to its streets winding through majestic preserves, Quail West is unmistakably unique to the marketplace. […]
Quail Ridge Country Club, Boynton Beach
You won’t find a better South Florida location than Quail Ridge, just 10 minutes from the area’s best beaches and close to two major airports. With 946 residences and over 600 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, this member-owned, residential country club community offers something for everyone. Members enjoy an enviable lifestyle with an impressive lineup […]
PGA Golf Club & Resort, Port St. Lucie
There’s never been a better time to become a member at PGA Golf Club. It’s offering attractive membership opportunities, including a six-month Premier Seasonal Membership with limited spots available. You will enjoy private member dining along with food and beverage discounts in the 1916 Bar and Grille inside the newly renovated and expanded clubhouse, […]
Harbour Ridge, Palm City
Nestled along the shoreline of the North Fork of the St. Lucie River, just north of the Palm Beaches, is a one-of-a-kind community that combines everything there is to love about Florida in one incredible place. Discover this private, waterfront golf- club community offering 695 residences spread amidst unspoiled native vegetation and natural wetlands. Residents […]
The Concession, Sarasota
Named the No. 1 place to retire in 2018 by U.S. News & World Report, the Sarasota and Bradenton area received high marks for providing a high quality of life at an affordable price. Over 35 miles of coastline and a temperate year-round climate are the perfect ingredients for boating, fishing, and waterfront activities. […]