Top 10 “Old” Courses You Can Play
When Old Barnwell in Aiken, S.C., opened in 2023, it got me wondering about the very best “Old” courses in golf—that is, courses ancient or modern that feature “Old” in the course name. While it’s true that some of these layouts go back many years, others are of considerably newer vintage. Old Barnwell is completely […]
The Ultimate Unpassable Golf Quiz
Don’t even think about acing this test. Instead, try to make a decent golf score. Give yourself a starting total of 100 and deduct one stroke for each correct answer. (Answers at bottom of page) 1. Which is greater? The number of PGA Tour victories by Phil Mickelson or the combined total number of Tour […]
10 of Golf’s Scariest Opening Tee Shots
Any first tee can spook you. What happens on the first hole sets the tone for the whole round, so it’s only natural to be nervous when it’s your turn to blast away. That’s why many course designers make their opening holes gentle affairs—to help ease you into your round. But there are some courses […]
The Most Polarizing Courses in Golf
St. Andrews…Muirfield…Pinehurst No.2…TPC Sawgrass…Icons all. But they’re also among a handful of courses that split golfers into two groups—those who love them and those who emphatically do not
