I like courses that give you a chance at the old hole in 1. And why not? There are very few things the average hacker can hang their hat on in this game. A hole on 1 is one of those things that will always be yours; your story, your big moment, where all the … Continue reading 2022 Preview →

6,365 yards, 135 slope from the Blues Deal is part of the that Central New Jersey conglomerate near the ocean rich with diverse, interesting and a bit under the radar golf. Deal G&CC happens to be one of those courses. Originating in the late 1800's, the course began as nine holes designed by Lawrence Van … Continue reading Deal Golf and Country Club →

Every horizon, upon being reached, reveals another beckoning in the distance. Always, I am on the threshold. - W. Eugene Smith Change brings us through the threshold. For a while, until we find ourselves upon it again. We must find ourselves upon it again. Again and again. Otherwise, we become dormant, content in our listlessness, … Continue reading 2021 Recap →

6,664 yards, 136 slope from the Blues Twenty minutes north of Baltimore proper is the Five Farms property of Baltimore Country Club, where the East and West courses reside. The East course is more well known, designed by A.W. Tillinghast and opening in 1924. The grandeur of the land is rich with hills, far and … Continue reading Baltimore Country Club (East) →

6,347 yards, 133 slope from the Blues I'm not sure I've ever met anyone from Pittsburgh I didn't like instantly. Easy to talk to, sense of humor and a healthy dose of self deprecation I relate to. I always have a great time when I'm there. The golf is also very good. While Oakmont and … Continue reading Pittsburgh Field Club →

6,526 yards, 130 slope from the White tees Pacific Palisades is just above Santa Monica. From the beach moving inland, the land rises up sharply and quickly. Massive hills high above the ocean nearby while canyon floors are far below. The roads twist and arch through it all. Within this coastal array of geological splendor … Continue reading The Riviera Country Club →

6,168 yards, 133 slope from the White tees About half an hour away from the Vegas strip in the hills of Boulder City lies Cascata, a course designed by Rees Jones and Keith Evans in 2000. Set in the high desert plain with breathtaking views of the valley below, the course runs up, down and … Continue reading Cascata →

6,722 yards from the Black tees Right on the strip, in the casino, past the tables and through the hallway, you take a left and find yourself in the locker room. Wynn Golf Club is just outside, an oasis if there ever was one. Only a few hours before, a cocktail waitress brings our craps … Continue reading Wynn Golf Club →

6,552 yards, 134 from the White tees Technically in Henderson, Nevada but really, it's Vegas baby. Designed by my friend and yours, Rees Jones, in 1997, the course is set in the hills above the city, moving well through canyons and washes as well as along ridge lines and cliff tops. The rigid terrain is … Continue reading Rio Secco Golf Club →

6,231 yards, 121 slope from the Blues In Westampton, New Jersey near Mount Laurel, Deerwood Country Club is semi-private club designed by Jim Blaukovitch and Dick Alamo in 1993. Blaukovitch is local and his other design credits include Bella Vista, Golden Oaks, Olde Homestead and Stone Hedge, all of which are pretty good public courses … Continue reading Deerwood Country Club →