(Worley, Idaho)  — Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel is proud to announce that Kal Zaranec, Superintendent at its award-winning Circling Raven Golf Course, has graduated from the prestigious EXCEL Leadership Program presented by Nufarm and the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Zaranec was one of six graduates recognized for completing the three-year program during a session, held April 15-17 in Raleigh and Pinehurst, North Carolina.

During the session, the EXCEL Leadership Program recognized Zaranec for completing the three-year mentorship and networking opportunity. Nineteen EXCEL Program participants in all learned and observed first-hand the preparation and requirements for hosting the USGA’s U.S. Open, which returns to Pinehurst No. 2 June 10-16.

The group also visited Nufarm’s new formulation development lab in Morrisville, NC, to learn about the extensive process of innovating new golf course solutions. EXCEL stands for “Educating” golf industry leaders of tomorrow; cross-training opportunities so they can share what they have learned (“X”); “Creating” community leaders who serve more than take; “Encouraging” future leaders through advisory boards and councils; and developing “Leaders” who will mentor others.

“Even being considered and accepted into the program three years ago was a huge achievement,” Zaranec said. “Now, graduating after three years of leadership training, networking, and visits to some of the top golf courses and sports fields in the country, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with the EXCEL Leadership Program and the opportunities that were presented.”

The program focuses on leadership in three main areas: “being a leader at home, being a leader at work, and being a leader in the community. I have become more involved with our local GCSAA Chapter, and also joined a volunteer Ski Patrol last winter.” Thanks in part to his EXCEL experience, Zaranic concluded, “We have built a stronger team at Circling Raven, not just within golf maintenance, but with golf operations and other departments we work with.”

“Kal and his team work tirelessly to ensure that they responsibly create and maintain excellent course conditions and beautiful resort grounds,” added Circling Raven Director of Golf Christopher Runyan, PGA. “Not only did he gain industry insights and learn cutting edge innovations, but the program’s management-best-practices focus complements his professional growth.”  

Celebrating its 20^th Anniversary season in 2024, Circling Raven holds widespread critical esteem including Best Public Course in Idaho, Top 20 U.S. Casino Course, Top American Resort Courses, and Best North Idaho Course. It hosted the LPGA’s Epson Tour for three years (2021-23) through which top women golf professionals from around the world unanimously praised the course conditions and its design, the masterpiece of golf course architect Gene Bates, ASGCA. Bates’ ingenious holes and course routing at Circling Raven are extolled for their natural contours that move brilliantly through 620 acres of woodlands, wetlands, and tumbling Palouse terrain.

For more information, visit www.cdacasino.com/golf or call 800-523-2464.

About Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel

Since 1993, the Coeur d’Alene Tribe has operated the Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, located where sky greets Mt. Tch’mutpkwe, the source of the St. Joe River, 25 miles from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The casino resort is among the largest employers in North Idaho employing between 850-1,100 depending on the season and contributing more than $33.5 million to education in the region since it opened. Additionally, millions more have gone in support of a wide range of public projects, emergency relief, charities, and programs in the Pacific Northwest. Named Tribal Destination of the Year in 2019 by AIANTA, the property features 300 rooms and suites, seven distinct food and beverage venues and entertainment including live music and comedy as well as hands-on tours and experiences through the casino’s Cultural Tourism Program. Three $1-million-dollar winners have found their luck in the 100,000 square feet of gaming space offering nearly 1,200 video gaming machines and high-stakes bingo. Additional amenities include a 15,000 square foot spa voted 1st for “Resort Spas that deliver the Ahh Factor” by Spatrips.com, 40,000 square feet of meeting space, indoor and outdoor wedding locations and Circling Raven Golf Club, an 18-hole, par 72 course acclaimed as a “Top 100” course by every major golf publication in the U.S. LIKE Coeur d’Alene Casino on Facebook and Instagram or follow us on Twitter. For more information about Coeur d’Alene Casino and Circling Raven, visit www.cdacasino.com. 

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ALPHARETTA, GA – Bobby Jones Links (BJL), the golf industry’s leading client-centric, boutique management company, proudly announces that it is now managing Villa Rica, Georgia’s The Frog Golf Club, an 18-hole parkland-style course that formerly hosted the Georgia Open. Located just 40 miles from Atlanta and now owned by Atlanta-based investment form US Strategic Capital, this Tom Fazio-designed layout that opened in 1998 is known for its bentgrass greens and memorable bunkering.

“The Frog was designed by Tom Fazio around the same time he designed The Seaside Course at Sea Island and The National at Reynolds Lake Oconee. It’s a terrific layout that our team is excited to return to its rightful position as one of the premier daily fee courses in the Atlanta market,” said Doug Hellman, Chief Development Officer for Bobby Jones Links. “We will initially work on elevating course conditions, developing the customer journey and training and empowering staff to focus on the details that make a difference.”

Bobby Jones Links, which manages more than 38 select properties in 12 states, will employ its expertise and deep resources to uncover opportunities that drive financial performance while maintaining a laser focus on delivering unsurpassed customer service. BJL will oversee daily operations and train employees with its comprehensive library of standard operating procedures, proprietary tools, best management practices, and expertly developed leadership training program.

“What sets Bobby Jones Links apart to us is that they understand what needs to happen operationally to maximize profitability. On the other side of the token, our customers are looking for an enjoyable experience at a fair value,” said Thomas Gwynn, Vice President of US Strategic Capital. “If we can continue to see improvements to our operations while also garnering a loyal following from the golf community, that’s the key. We think Bobby Jones Links has proven that they know how to put that winning formula to work.”

The Frog extends 7,018 yards from the tips, and perpetually has excellent reviews and ratings from golfers online. BJL is poised to take the facility to the next level. “How we position The Frog will be reflective of the course here, this premium Fazio layout,” says Hellman. “We are committed to maintaining the great golf, great conditioning, and great customer service.”

For more information, visit BobbyJonesLinks.com and FrogGolfClub.com.

About Bobby Jones Links

Bobby Jones Links is a privately owned club management company offering hands-on, turnkey operations management and advisory services to select daily fee, private and semi-private clubs. Based in Atlanta with an office in Naples, FL, the company supports more than 30 properties in 12 states, including Bobby Jones Golf Course, Hope Valley Country Club, and Travis Pointe Country Club. Visit www.bobbyjoneslinks.com to learn how Bobby Jones Links makes a difference for their clients and associates.

About The Frog Golf Club

Designed by legendary golf course architect Tom Fazio, The Frog is widely considered to be among the top courses in Georgia. Located off Interstate 20 in Villa Rica, this is a masterpiece layout complete with bentgrass greens and expansive bunkering.

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Monterey, Calif. – Youth on Course – the nonprofit organization providing youth with access to life-changing opportunities through golf today announced the schedule for its 9th annual 100 Hole Hike fundraising initiative. The 2024 Season is highlighted by three Premier Hikes, teeing off on the East Coast at The Cradle at Pinehurst Resort and culminating on the West Coast at The Hay at Pebble Beach Resort, and includes the first-ever Premier Canadian Hike at The Nest at Cabot Cape Breton in Inverness, Nova Scotia.

“The Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike is a key driver to expand access to the sport,” said Youth on Course CEO Adam Heieck. “Since its inception, we’ve raised millions of dollars that directly go to subsidizing rounds of golf for youth. We’re grateful to partner with such venerable golf destinations like Pinehurst Resort, Pebble Beach Golf Resorts, and new for this season, Cabot Cape Breton. This year we’ve rolled out new ways to participate, including a team format, that allows fundraisers to play only a portion of the 100 holes, creating a fun competition and a less physically intensive way to be involved. We look forward to partnering with golfers across the U.S. and Canada to increase access to the sport.”

Youth on Course supporters nationwide will be challenged to complete 100 holes of golf in one day and secure donations to increase affordability and accessibility for youth interested in golf.

“Since 2015, the 100 Hole Hike initiative has become the most impactful fundraising initiative to support our members through access,” Jeff Clark, Chief Development Officer for Youth on Course, said. “Those who participate will not only feel satisfied helping youth but will also know they themselves can overcome any mental and physical challenges in their lives to do so.”

This year, registered participants can select between three Premier Hikes, eight National Hikes, and more than 10 Hikes organized by regional Allied Golf Associations. The three Premier Hikes require a minimum fundraising goal of $10,000 for each golfer, and the nine National Hikes require a minimum of $1,000.

The Premier Hikes include The Cradle at Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, N.C., on Aug. 26, The Nest at Cabot Cape Breton in Inverness, Nova Scotia, on Oct. 4, and The Hay at Pebble Beach Resort in Pebble Beach, California, on Nov. 11. Each participant will be provided with overnight accommodations, and additional incentives for reaching minimums and beyond, including a stay-and-play at Pebble Beach Resorts for U.S. participants, and a stay-and-play at Cabot Cliffs for those participating in Canada.

“The Cradle was built to celebrate the fun of the game of golf and to be enjoyed by all levels of golfers,” says Tom Pashley, Pinehurst Resort President. “The 100 Hole Hike plays an important role in ensuring future generations have the same opportunities to grow in the game. We’re excited for The Cradle to be such a big part in helping make the game more accessible to all who want to play it.”

“The Hay has become a focal point of our property that presents a welcoming atmosphere for beginners, and challenging shot making for advanced players,” says David Stivers, Pebble Beach Company’s Chief Executive Officer. “Partnering with Youth on Course is a great source of pride for us as we support their mission of opening doors for young people both on and off the course.”

Those participating in any of the eight National Hikes will be incentivized with a Youth on Course-branded water bottle, golf towel, and Seamus headcover when they raise $2,500, a $500 voucher to PGA Tour Superstore when they reach $5,000 in donations, or an invitation to stay-and-play at Pebble Beach Resorts if they reach $10,000 or more. 

The schedule for the eight National Hikes is as follows:

• Aug. 26 – Golden Gate Park Golf Course – San Francisco, Calif.
• Sept. 9 – Corica Park Golf Course – Alameda, Calif.
• Sept. 13 – Mariners Point Golf Center – Foster City, Calif.
• Sept. 16 – 3’s Greenville Golf & Grubhouse – Greenville, S.C.
• Sept. 23 – Maidstone Club Short Course – Long Island, N.Y.
• Oct. 3 – Northwood Golf Club – Sonoma, Calif.
• Oct. 14 – Topgolf Los Angeles – El Segundo, Calif.
• Nov. 7 – Butler Pitch & Putt Par 3 – Austin, Texas

Supporters may also participate at any course across the country by gathering teams in multiples of four or donating any amount to a Hiker via the leaderboard. Learn more about additional ways to get involved here. 

The Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike evolved from a 2011 event created by Jim Colton and has experienced exponential year-over-year growth since its implementation by Youth on Course in 2015. Since its inception, millions of dollars have been raised supporting affordable youth golf access, providing over 1.2M subsidized rounds of golf.  

Founded in 2006, Youth on Course now has nearly 200,000 members who can play golf for $5 or less at more than 2,000 courses throughout the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Beyond affordable access, Youth on Course launched an Alumni Network earlier this year, connecting over 75,000 young adults nationwide who share a connection with golf. For $20 per year, Alumni can access exclusive benefits and opportunities valued at over $500 through the Youth on Course mobile app, including complimentary subscriptions to NBC Sports Next’s GolfPass and Peacock streaming, discounts on renowned golf brands like TaylorMade Golf and LinkSoul and exclusive app access to ParPoints.

About Youth on Course

Youth on Course is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides youth with access to life-changing opportunities through golf. Private funding makes it possible for members to have access to play for $5 or less through subsidies to thousands of courses throughout the United States, Canada and Australia. Members have the opportunity to succeed through Youth on Course programs: DRIVE Club, Careers on Course, Leadership Council and College Scholarships. In addition, Youth on Course recently launched an Alumni Network, which extends membership to those 19 and older. This elevated membership offers opportunities for young adults to connect at complementary events, access exclusive deals, find jobs, and much more. More information about Youth on Course can be found by visiting youthoncourse.org or Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and X.

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BENTON HARBOR, Michigan – Local Veterans convened at Harbor Shores Monday to participate in a PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) clinic at the 2024 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, led by PGA of America Golf Professionals and Corebridge Financial Team members Tracy Phillips and David Hutsell.

As Phillips and Hutsell prepare for the most prestigious Major in senior golf, they led the clinic with support from 13 additional PGA of America Professionals from the Michigan PGA Section. Together they taught the fundamentals of the game and provided Veterans the opportunity to connect with one another while onsite at a major championship.

“This is something that we as PGA Golf Professionals can certainly do to help,” said Phillips. “We’re the recipients of their hard work and sacrifice. They gave us the freedom to allow us to do this. For me, It’s kind of the icing on the cake in terms of being able to play in two major championships and also work with Veterans.”

Phillips, the Director of Instruction at Cedar Ridge Country Club in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, made his PGA Championship debut at age 61 last week at Valhalla Golf Club. This week he will compete in his sixth KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship.

Hutsell, the Lead Instructor at Baltimore Country Club in Baltimore, Maryland, has played in 10 PGA Tour events, two PGA Championships (2010, ‘11) and is ready to compete at Harbor Shores this week. But first, he was helping Veterans such as Army Veteran Michael Gower, who just competed in the 9th PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup in Louisville, Kentucky, ahead of the PGA Championship, as part of Team Michigan. He spent Monday at Harbor Shores enjoying the clinic.

“PGA HOPE means I have another option of something that I can do, and it was really cool being here at the clinic,” said Gower, a PGA HOPE graduate. “Golf has given me a whole new realm of possibility of getting outside, especially with my son. We just got him his first set of clubs for his birthday. It used to just be video games inside, but now I can take him and go outside and play golf. Ultimately, what most Veterans love is to be able to be outside and do something. HOPE helps us do that.”

PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to Veterans and Active Duty Military to enhance their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.

This year, the program plans to impact more than 17,000 Veterans through a developmental 6-to 8-week curriculum led by PGA of America Professionals trained in adaptive golf and military cultural competency. The cost of programming is free to all Veterans.

The KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, the most historic and prestigious Major Championship in senior golf, will be contested May 23-26 and broadcast on Golf Channel and NBC. The action can also be taken in through srpgachampionship.com and by following @seniorpgachamp on Facebook, Instagram and X.

About PGA of America REACH Foundation

The PGA of America REACH Foundation is the 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the PGA of America. The mission of the Foundation is to positively impact the lives of youth, military and diverse populations by enabling access to PGA of America Golf Professionals, PGA Sections and the game of golf. For more information on the PGA of America REACH Foundation, visit PGAREACH.org, follow @PGAREACH on Instagram, X, formerly known as Twitter and find us on Facebook.

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Jesse Dodson, PGA of America, jdodson@pgahq.com

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HEATHROW, Fla. – A pillar of the North Orlando community, Heathrow Legacy Country Club is installing $3 million worth of upgrades at the historic club.

Among the extensive renovations are 10 brand new covered and elegantly furnished TopTracer Range outdoor bays, as well as 18 new Champion Bermuda greens on the Garl Course. Significant golf course irrigation improvements, designed to enhance drainage and elevate course conditions to new heights, were also installed.

Heathrow Legacy is now the first private facility in Central Florida to install TopTracer Range, the No. 1 rated range technology, which transforms the traditional driving range experience. The technology provides instant feedback on ball speed, trajectory, distance, and more. TopTracer also enables golfers of all levels to enjoy interactive games and practice sessions, with precise data on performance.

The club offers members and guests access to two clubhouses set just two miles apart, with 36 holes of golf that pay homage to namesake designers Ron Garl (Garl Course) and Tom Fazio (Fazio Course). At the Heathrow Clubhouse, renovations were made to the bar, patio, fixtures and HVAC. Meanwhile, the Legacy Clubhouse will soon undergo a complete remodel of the lobby, boardroom, bar and dining space, including new fixtures, flooring, furniture and decor.

Heathrow Legacy members also enjoy exclusive access to The Racquet Club, a sprawling onsite tennis and fitness facility, that will add six new pickleball courts this summer. The 13-court tennis facility has hosted the likes of Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Jimmy Connors and Billie Jean King. In addition, a brand new pool deck was just installed.

Heathrow Legacy was the first club ever owned by Concert Golf Partners, a boutique owner-operator of 33 upscale private golf and country clubs nationwide, with its national headquarters located along the Garl Course. Concert consistently makes annual capital investment in its clubs. The upgrades are aimed at enhancing amenities, service levels and the overall member experience, while building and maintaining a thriving club environment.

“This multi-million dollar investment in Heathrow Legacy is part of the ongoing commitment by Concert Golf Partners to continually reinvest in our properties each year, as we preserve and enhance our private clubs for our members nationwide,” said Concert Golf Senior Vice President of Operations Aaron Straub. “The renovations at Heathrow Legacy, including the installation of TopTracer Range and pristine Champion Bermuda greens, have further elevated the upscale amenities available at this iconic club.”

The challenging 18-hole Garl Course at Heathrow C.C. has seen several PGA Tour players call the club “home” over the years, including Chris DiMarco, Jim Thorpe, Matt Kuchar, Zach Johnson, Payne Stewart, Sam Ryder and Fulton Allem. Host of nine US Open Qualifiers, the Par 71, 6,888-yard course has a slope of 133 and a 73.8 rating. Featuring water hazards on 16 holes, the course is accentuated by its signature island green on the par-3, 117-yard 12th hole; and an unique island fairway on No. 17, where you must clear danger on both your tee shot and approach. Golf facilities include complete clubhouse services, a pro-shop, a driving area and chipping green. A professional instructional staff offers tailored individual and group instruction and a variety of clinics.

Certified as an Audubon International Signature Certified Sanctuary golf course, Fazio Course architect Tom Fazio has praised it as among his best efforts. The 7,160-yard par 72 course carries a 74.5 rating and 132 slope carved around a dense forest of lush, mature trees with spectacular topography, dramatic slopes, rises and knolls unique to Florida. Hole No. 12 is known as the “Tiger Trap,” as Tiger Woods once appeared out of the surrounding forest to challenge golfers to a closest-to-the-pin contest in a famous Buick TV commercial.

The clubs also offer indoor and outdoor dining year-round, in-house sitter care for kids, and a variety of events and classes.

For membership information, please contact Eddie Peckels at epeckels@concertgolfclubs.com.

For more information, visit ConcertGolfPartners.com.

About Concert Golf Partners:

Concert Golf Partners is a boutique owner-operator of upscale private golf and country clubs focused on preserving the unique culture, identity, and traditions of our 33 clubs nationwide. We ensure this through consistent annual capital investment aimed at enhancing amenities, service levels and the overall member experience at our clubs, while building and maintaining a thriving club environment. Each club features both a strong membership base and financial position. Concert Golf was formed by Peter Nanula, Founder and CEO of Arnold Palmer Golf Management; and Co-Founder and COO, Susan Dunnavant, in 2011. Based near Orlando, the company is known as an experienced and premier buyer of private clubs since its founding. Concert Golf’s portfolio features a unique blend of iconic and select clubs, with courses designed by world-renowned golf architects, including Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. With $250 million of investment capital, Concert Golf strategically searches for both exclusive and up-and-coming private clubs to join our collection. This includes both formerly developer-owned clubs, such as The Club at Renaissance in Fort Myers, Florida, as well as longtime member-owned clubs, such as The Club at Pasadera in Monterey, California.

Contact:
Michael Abramowitz
Concert Golf Partners 
561-389-4647
mabramowitz@concertgolfclubs.com

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(BOLTON, Mass.) – The International – New England’s preeminent 36-hole, “pure golf” private club – announces the reimagined version of its Pines course is on schedule to welcome limited member play this fall.

Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, the renowned golf course design team and founders of the firm Coore & Crenshaw, are wrapping up the project they began in 2022. Over the last two years, they have created a new golf course that takes greater advantage of the land’s interesting topography, unique landforms and mature vegetation. Not a single hole corridor or green site remains from the prior version of The Pines, which was best known for decades as America’s longest golf course. This emphasis on length has been replaced by Coore & Crenshaw’s signature preference for golf courses that look natural, are strategic and can be enjoyed by all levels of play.

It is believed The Pines will be the first new 18-hole course to open in Massachusetts in more than a decade.

“Bill, Ben, shapers Ryan Farrow and Zach Varty, and the rest of the Coore & Crenshaw team have worked their magic, taking an exceptional site and crafting what we strongly believe will be considered one of the country’s best new golf courses,” said Paul Celano, Director of Golf at The International. “Their deep admiration for courses built during the early 20th century, the so-called ‘Golden Age of Architecture,’ is an ideal match for our vision of a golf-first experience at The International that preserves and honors the club’s 120-year history.”

The Pines is only the second course Coore & Crenshaw have designed and built in New England; the first is the highly acclaimed Old Sandwich Golf Club in Plymouth, Massachusetts, which opened in 2005.

Further evidencing the club’s appreciation for golf’s golden era, The Pines will be one of the region’s few courses to feature fescue grass on tees, fairways and in the rough. Fescue grass courses are typically found in Scotland and Ireland, places where the game was first played. These turf conditions, when combined with Coore & Crenshaw’s elevated course architecture, will allow for greater shot diversity and foster an ever-evolving, engaging golf experience on holes framed by sandy waste areas, wispy fescue and stately pitch pines.

Drone footage documenting the transformation of several holes can be viewed on The International’s YouTube channel.

Sodding and grow-in of the fescue playing surfaces will continue in the coming months. Other final project tasks include installing new bunker sand, edging perimeters of bunkers, trimming and clearing trees, establishing fairway / rough lines, seeding the practice putting green, and initial mowing of tees, fairways and bentgrass greens.

The Pines was originally designed by Geoffrey Cornish with help from legendary amateur golf champion Francis Ouimet. When it opened in 1955, the course measured 8,040 yards from the back tees and combined steeply pitched greens with challenging bunkers. Nearly two decades later, famed architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr. was hired to soften several greens and bunkers but he also lengthened the course to an astounding 8,325 yards.

This calling card began to lose its luster this century, however, as golfers became less focused on course difficulty as a measuring stick for quality. Instead, they have signaled a preference for courses that are strategic, walkable and enjoyable to play for all skill levels.

“The Pines will check all of these important boxes,” said Celano. “With our recently renovated Oaks course, we now combine 36 holes of exceptional golf with a welcoming club environment and culture rooted in a deep respect for the game and its treasured traditions.”

The International is building a membership that will share in the responsibility of shepherding a new era at the club. For more information, visit www.theinternational.com, or contact Adam Perri at (978) 216-0480 x 6181 / adam.perri@theinternational.com or Ana Orlov (978) 216-0480 x 6180 / ana.orlov@theinternational.com.

About The International

Originally opened in 1901, The International has evolved over the past century into one of the finest golf clubs in New England, and the only private 36-hole club in Greater Boston. Owner Escalante Golf has made significant investments in the club’s Oaks and Pines Courses since its 2021 acquisition. A renovation of the Tom Fazio-designed Oaks was led by renowned architect Tripp Davis and primarily focused on improving tees and bunkers. The Pines is undergoing more extensive work – a complete reimagination by the world’s most famous golf course design team, Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. When completed, The Pines will be reborn as a more natural, strategic and playable layout that better leverages the site’s interesting topography, unique landforms and mature vegetation.

About Escalante Golf

Founded in 1991, Escalante Golf is a boutique owner and operator of luxury golf properties across 15 states. The Fort Worth, Texas-based company has quietly assembled an impressive collection of exclusive clubs in key markets that have hosted several prestigious amateur and professional golf tournaments including the U.S. Mid-Amateur Golf Championship, the Charles Schwab Cup, the WGC Match Play Championship, the WinCo Foods Portland Open, the Shell Houston Open and five LIV Golf events in Portland, Boston, Tucson, Nashville and Houston. Operating partners David McDonald, Elcio Silva, Robert Silva and David Matheson direct the Escalante team.

For more information: visit www.escalantegolf.com or call (817) 386-9721.

 
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Reynolds Media Group
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703-344-6031

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Central to the project is the remodeling of tees, fairways, bunkers and greens, and installation of a state-of-the-art irrigation system.  Landscapes Unlimited and Greenscapes Six are collaborating closely on planning and construction of the layout originally designed by Leon Howard in 1980 and re-designed by D.A. Weibring and Steve Wolfard in 2021.

The course is Avid Golfer Magazine’s “most anticipated renovation” among the 76 public golf courses in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and was ranked the No. 4 public course by the Dallas Morning News.  It is owned and operated by the City of Richardson under the on-site leadership of Head Golf Professional Ronny Glanton who’s introduced thousands of golfers to the game during his 40 years at the facility.

Despite Sherrill Park No. 2’s wide fairways and an abundance of scoring opportunities, trouble occasionally pops up on the 4,810- to 6,375-yard, par 70 No. 2 course.  The opening hole requires a carry over a creek traversing the fairway to a severely sloped green that makes putts fiendish.  At nearly 300 yards, the sixth hole is also bold with water left of the green and a huge bunker protecting it.  The final hole, a par four, plays tough on approach shots facing scary greenside bunkers.

“Sherrill Park No. 2’s layout is interesting, fun and often shows relative bite to golfers of all skill levels,” says Larry Barefield, Senior Project Manager of Landscapes Unlimited.  “Working alongside Greenscapes Six and its experienced team brings together a treasure trove of talent to lift No. 2 up to modern standards.”

More challenging than its sister track, Sherrill Park Golf Course No. 1 stretches from 5,010 to 7,016 yards.  At Par 72, it’s especially known for the first hole that doglegs sharply to the right at 375 yards, and the monstrous 14^th hole that plays into the wind with water along the right of the fairway and green.

About Landscapes Unlimited

Forty-seven years young and family owned and operated, Landscapes Unlimited is the recognized leader in golf course development, construction, renovation and advisory services.  Its regional experts leverage contemporary best practices, fiscal prudency and a culture promoting unwavering success. Projects include famous courses and revered local layouts of various shapes, sizes and budgets.  The company’s Project Development Group leads initial capital strategies, master planning, and pre-construction services, through total project and program management for turnkey golf and amenity development.  Sister company Landscapes Golf Management boasts a portfolio of more than 60 golf courses, country clubs and resorts nationwide.

More information:  www.landscapesunlimited.com, 402.423.6653.

CONTACT:
Rich Katz
rkatz@katzstrategy.com
703.283.4852

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HORSESHOE BAY, TEXAS – Summer vacationers to Central Texas’ acclaimed Horseshoe Bay Resort have more awaiting them than just superb golf, spa, dining and Hill Country adventures.  In addition to boating and jet ski offerings, the AAA-Four Diamond- and Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Award-winning destination is once again making the popular Splash Safari Aqua Park available to members and overnight resort guests.

Located on scenic constant-level Lake LBJ, on beachfront at The Yacht Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort, members and overnight resort guests may enjoy this giant inflatable playscape which features an array of fun and challenging slides, climbing walls, balance beams, and more. The Splash Safari Aqua Park provides a fun and safe environment for kids to test their agility, coordination, and courage. Adults are also welcome to unleash the inner child and join in the adventure.

“Enjoying Lake LBJ has always been an integral part of the Horseshoe Bay Resort experience and the Splash Safari Aqua Park brings another dimension to the fun the whole family can enjoy on this beautiful lake,” says Managing Director Randy Zupanski. “This attraction is a great after-golf activity for all ages or an additional exciting activity the kids can enjoy between pool time and running wild at the Jungle Kids Club. Join us soon for some unforgettable summer fun.”

Members and overnight resort guests may enjoy a session on the Splash Safari Aqua Park, every Wednesday through Sunday through Labor Day Weekend. Members and guests must purchase and reserve same-day session passes to enjoy time on the new attraction.

The preferred drive-to destination for discerning Texas travelers for more than a half a century, Horseshoe Bay shines brighter than ever after a full-scale $100+ million renovation that includes three re-energized Robert Trent Jones, Sr. golf courses, completely upgraded guest rooms, the award-winning Cap Rock clubhouse, expanded conference space, a reimagined luxury Bayside Spa, fabulous restaurant concepts around the resort, and the Whitewater entertainment complex featuring 18 holes of putting thrills along with new lighting, putting course improvements and lush landscaping.

To reserve your stay this summer at the award-winning Horseshoe Bay Resort, visit www.hsbresort.com or call 877-611-0112.

About Horseshoe Bay Resort

Horseshoe Bay Resort is one of the largest golf resorts in the country and is the original Texas lakeside resort destination. It is located 45 minutes from Austin on over 7,000 picturesque acres of the Texas Hill Country and along the spectacular shores of constant-level Lake LBJ. The AAA Four Diamond resort is part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts management company’s distinguished Latitudes lifestyle hotels and resorts division. It features three championship golf courses designed by World Golf Hall of Fame members Robert Trent Jones Sr, and one by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, as well as the exciting 18-hole, natural grass Whitewater Putting Course.

Horseshoe Bay Resort has invested $100+ million in a property-wide renovation and new construction. The work included new guest rooms, suites, and multi-room units, as well as renovation of the golf courses and facilities, dining experiences, meeting spaces, and more. The resort also features a world-class spa and health club, 14 tennis courts, 14 pickleball courts, bike rentals, hiking trails, lake activities with a full-service marina, nearby wineries, and a private airport. For more information and reservations visit  www.hsbresort.com or call 877-611-0112. 

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TETON VALLEY, IDAHO – Today, Tributary, a 1,500-acre private residential community on the west side of the Teton mountain range, unveiled renovations to its 18-hole championship course designed by celebrated Scottish architect David McLay-Kidd of DMK Golf Designs. Consistently ranking in Golfweek’s Best, the private course, which opened in 2008, underwent a strategic overhaul and bunker reconstruction to create a more refined golf experience for Tributary’s homeowners

“Surrounded by multiple mountain ranges, Tributary experiences all four seasons, making it important for our team to monitor the course’s condition and reinvest in the game,” said Jeff Heilbrun, Director of Real Estate. “This renovation has enhanced playability for all levels of players, providing a new experience as Tributary continues to grow.”

Known best for his award-winning courses at Bandon Dunes and the Castle Course at St. Andrews, McLay-Kidd worked alongside the Tributary team to take a fresh look at the course’s bunkers, which had experienced natural erosion and sand loss due to the area’s weather changes. With the course originally housing 150 bunkers, McLay-Kidd took the opportunity to reanalyze the strategic purpose around each bunker, correcting those that had changed shape and removing over 35 to help improve shots and make sight lines off the tee more inviting. Contractor Ridgetop Golf also installed Profile Flexterra solution for erosion control in all existing bunkers.

“Our ideal course is one that works naturally with the land’s terrain while remaining a perfect blend of playable and challenging,” said McLay-Kidd. “We wanted to ensure this renovation had every golfer in mind and was the perfect middle ground for modest and experienced golfers to play the game together. It is, now, as it has been since its conception, one of the country’s best-kept secrets.”

The 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course plays 7,613 yards from the back tees, fitting seamlessly into the community. As a part of Tributary’s 500-acre fen, woven through the course, are 50 acres of wetlands that provide habitat for native flora and fauna. Striking views of the Big Hole Mountains and the Grand Tetons are found at every hole, with the 16^th teeing off facing directly towards the majestic landscape.

An unmatched, four-season, private club community, Tributary is located on the west side of the Teton Mountain Range, only 30 minutes from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, one of the nation’s most celebrated outdoor recreational destinations. It offers buyers and owners myriad amenities in addition to world-class golf, including a Clubhouse for community gathering with a restaurant and bar; a wellness facility with a fitness center and spa; a pool and hot tub boasting mountain views; seven fishing ponds; endless trails for cross-country skiing and walking; a recreation barn with access to hatchet throwing, e-biking, paddleboarding, and more; and a two-mile, elevated boardwalk through the 500-acre fen for wildlife viewing.

In addition to this golf course renovation, Tributary has seen a large reinvestment in the community through the launch of its second phase last summer,  North Fork. Located in the heart of the community, the 61 homesites offer 360-degree views of the surrounding mountain ranges, quick access to a centrally located 5-acre lake for fishing and paddleboarding, and the option to have up to two club memberships. Tributary homesites start at $750,000.

For more information on homeownership opportunities at Tributary, please reach out to Sara Beth Judson at 307-690-4712 or sbjudson@tributaryidaho.com, or visit tributaryidaho.com.

About Tributary

Tributary is a 1,500-acre low-density private residential community located in Driggs, Idaho—due west of the Teton Mountain Range and a half hour from Jackson Hole, WY—offering a one-of-a-kind setting rich in rivers, wildlife, and charming mountain town culture. Amenities include a two-mile, elevated boardwalk; 18-hole David McLay Kidd-designed golf course; wellness facility; restaurant and bar; pool/hot tub; seven fishing ponds; trails for cross-country skiing; kid-friendly snowmobile track and ice-skating rink; archery and tomahawk-throwing center; and a members-only ski lounge at the Grand Targhee Resort base. Learn more at tributaryidaho.com.

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