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Welcome Golfers! Play Golf Sarasota Magazine is the Florida Suncoast’s only upscale, fullcolor, glossy golf publication highlighting the area’s finest golf courses, private clubs, dining establishments, golf health and wellness, club fitting and lesson programs. Our staff consists of local PGA professionals that have over thirty years of local market experience. Our commitment is to provide superior total golf concierge services to golfer’s living, working, visiting, and vacationing in the Sarasota and Manatee county region. Our high quality, technologically advanced, and informative website www.playgolfsarasota.com allows visitors to preview area courses they may be interested in playing or take a virtual tour of the area’s finest private clubs for membership. We look forward to fulfilling all of your golf needs. All material copyright Play Golf Sarasota Media Group, 2009. Reproduction without express written consent from the publisher is prohibited. PLAY GOLF SARASOTA MEDIA GROUP A division of Links Club Golf Company, LLC
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Private Clubs Feature Course - River Wilderness Golf & Country Club SWCPGA News, Junior Golf, Tournament Scene Area Courses Dining & 19th Hole Suncoast Living Health & Wellness
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Office – (941) 907-2000 • Direct – (941) 737-7380 www.GlennRausch.com • GlennRausch@hotmail.com Originating from Cleveland, Ohio, Glenn and his family moved to Sarasota in 1991. Since 2001, Glenn, has helped people from across the country find their new home in paradise.
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River Wilderness Golf & Country Club
FEATURE
Club Quietly nestled within the confines of a gated golf and boating community along the north shore of the Manatee River, River Wilderness Golf & Country Club offers members the experience of unspoiled, natural preserves and wildlife.
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RIVER WILDERNESS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
A MUST SEE COUNTRY CLUB DOWN BY “THE RIVER” Just north of the Manatee River sits an amazingly serene country club community. Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, River Wilderness is a private, member-owned Club located on 1,400 acres of unspoiled natural landscape with one of Florida’s finest 18-hole championship golf courses. River Wilderness is located just minutes from I-75 within the confines of a gated golf and boating community along the north shore of the Manatee River. This location makes it convenient to both the Sarasota and Tampa Bay commercial, retail, and entertainment areas. The golf course offers the experience of unspoiled, natural preserves and wildlife that makes each day at River Wilderness a truly wonderful experience. River Wilderness is part of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary System and every effort has been made to blend the golf course with the property’s natural beauty where birds and wildlife abound. The Club facilities include a beautiful 27,000 sq/ft Clubhouse that plays host to countless social, dining, and member activities. A 3,800 sq/ft Fitness Center with a licensed massage therapist on staff, four Har-Tru tennis courts and a junior-sized Olympic swimming pool round out the Club’s facilities. All facets of the Club offer a warm and friendly environment for members and guests. While River Wilderness has excellent facilities, the reason the Club is so special is the membership. The friendly, caring, diverse group of individuals, from many walks of life, create an extremely warm and welcoming environment. Whether you live inside or outside the community gates, there are several membership options available at River Wilderness. We cordially invite you to make a reservation to tour River Wilderness Golf & Country Club. River Wilderness Introduces - New Summer Membership – this summer, River Wilderness will offer a spectacular membership program. For only $500 (single) or $750 (family), new Members can enjoy the experience of River Wilderness Golf & Country Club, from June through September. This program is the perfect opportunity for the working professional or young family to enjoy full golfing privileges throughout the summer at a truly private country club. Act now and create a summer full of lasting memories at River Wilderness Golf and Country Club. 10 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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Celebrating 25 Years as One of the Premier Private Clubs in the Sarasota / Bradenton Area
PAR 72 Yards C.R.
For Membership information call 941-776-2691 I-75 to exit 224 (Ellenton exit). At bottom of exit ramp, turn left onto U.S. Highway 301 North. After approximately 3 miles, turn right onto Old Tampa Road. Entrance to River Wilderness is 2.5 miles on right. 2250 Wilderness Boulevard West, Parrish, Florida 34219
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Gold Blue White Black Green Red
7072 6550 6200 6000 4535 5237
74.0 71.0 69.5 68.4 M67.3/L72.2 70.1
Course Architect - Ted McAnlis General Manager - Kevin Paschall PGA Golf Professional - Doug Brown www.riverwildernesscc.com
Slope 136 130 124 124 M111/L126 120
RIVER WILDERNESS is a traditional design with gentle, contoured fairways winding through 150 acres of Laurel and Live Oak trees. This natural beauty boasts five sets of tees allowing members of all golfing levels an enjoyable round of golf. Golf is only part of what makes River Wilderness a premier country club. The Clubhouse represents a casual elegance featuring full service lunch and dinner with innovative menus. The Athletic Center is complete with a Jr. Olympic pool, four Har-Tru tennis courts, massage therapy, personal training, aerobic classes and all new state of the art strength and conditioning equipment. Here at River Wilderness Golf and Country Club, we offer the perfect venue for Weddings, Receptions, Golf Outings, Seminars and more. Enjoy a sophisticated Private Club setting with fabulous views and a full service staff to assist you. For more information on how to become a part of the family at River Wilderness, contact Kevin Paschall at (941) 776-2691 or email him at rwccmgr@tampabay.rr.com
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On the final hole of the 1969 Ryder Cup Match at Royal Birkdale in England, Jack Nicklaus stunned the golf world by conceding a two-foot putt to Tony Jacklin, for the first of only two ties in Ryder Cup history. Today, that gesture is considered one of the finest acts of sportsmanship in golf history and has inspired one of the greatest Golf Clubs in the country, The Concession Golf Club. Located on Florida's Gulf Coast, the Concession's 18 hole Course sits amid ancient oak hammocks and is steeped in tradition, rules, etiquette, and honor. This extraordinary private Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus in association with Tony Jacklin, is a worthy complement to that unforgettable moment in great golf history. The Concession Golf Club offers gracious Club facilities, including Bistro at The Concession by Zagat acclaimed, World-Renowned Chef and Concession Culinary Directory, Sean Murphy. Club Members receive world-class service while being surrounded by Florida's lush natural settings.
2006 Golf Digest Best New Private Golf Course (#1) | 2007/2008 Golf Digest Best Golf Venues in Florida (#5) 2008 Golfweek Best Modern Courses (#45) | 2009 Golfweek Best Residential Courses (#9) 2009 GOLF Magazine Top 100 Courses in the US (#88) | 2009 Golf Digest 75 Best Practice Areas (#69) 14 PlayGolfSarasota.com
A Testament to Unwavering Quality
THE CONCESSION PAR 72
YARDAGE
C.R.
SL
BLACK
7470
77.6
155
BLUE
6600
72.7
146
WHITE
6057
70.0
139
RED
5028
69.7
122
Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin 1969 Birkdale "The Concession, a moment in time"
Course Architects – Jack Nicklaus, in association with Tony Jacklin PGA Head Golf Professional – Gary Geiger GCSAA Golf Course Superintendent – Terry Kennelly 7700 Lindrick Lane Bradenton, FL 34202-4601 (941) 322-1922 | www.theconcession.com
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Coral Creek Club
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n a unique stretch of Florida’s Southwest coast, near the island of Boca Grande, where life is enjoyed as it was in days gone by, warm sunshine, shimmering waters and pristine beaches blend to create a welcoming and relaxing lifestyle. In this setting of tranquil natural beauty and abundant wildlife, the spirit and camaraderie of Old Florida is alive and well. Here lies a treasure, a unique golf club, to be enjoyed by a fortunate few for generations to come. Welcome to Coral Creek Club!
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• Coral Creek Club Named to Top 30 Ranking in Florida in Golf Digest 20092010 World’s Greatest Golf Ranking • Coral Creek Club Named Top Five Best New Private Clubhouse in Worldwide Competition 13111 Gasparilla Road, Placida, Florida 33946 For membership information call 941-697-0830
PAR 71
Yards
C.R.
Slope
Medal Back Member Middle Forward
7038 6610 6101 5344 4816
75.3 72.6 70.3 70.8 68.1
140 137 131 124 111
General Manager – Karen Conroy PGA Golf Professional – Ken Raynor Golf Course Architect – Tom Fazio www.coralcreekclub.com
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Sarasota’s Finest Private Golf & Social Club Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Golf with No Tee Time Needed THE CLUB is a truly private Club and Community nestled in 700 acres of verdant
landscape in Sarasota, Florida. With only 275 Golf Memberships available, no tee times are necessary on this stunning Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course. The Club provides an uncompromised, pure golf experience through its professional caddie program and state-of-the-art indoor golf training facility, which features a launch monitor and video swing analysis. At the center of the community is the clubhouse, Golf Hall, which is home to the area’s finest dining, fitness facility, massage room, outdoor fireplace, golf shop and private meeting space. Beyond the stunning facilities are the Club’s active social, sport and wellness calendar. Members, their families and guests regularly gather at a variety of Club activities to share friendship and camaraderie. Only 262 home sites are available in this intimate, gated enclave. The Founders Club has been named a LINKS and Travel + Leisure Golf “Top 100” three years running.
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PAR 72
Yards
C.R.
Slope
Black Pewter Copper Silver
7094 6450 6157 5635
74.4 71.4 69.7 68.4
137 133 129 124
Course Architect - Robert Trent Jones, Jr. General Manager - Hugh O’Donnell PGA Golf Professional - Ed McConnell www.thefoundersclub.com
For Founders Club Real Estate Information please call 941-378-0900
For membership information call 941-371-9720 Located on Fruitville Road, 2 miles east of I-75, Exit 210 3001 Founders Club Drive, Sarasota, Florida 34240
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Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club is a private membership club where you and your family can relax, meet new people, enjoy recreational facilities and participate in a variety of programs and activities. The Club consists of 3 Private Courses featuring 54 holes of golf - 36 designed by the Palmer Course Design Co., and 18 holes designed by Rick Robbins; a practice range, practice chipping area and practice putting greens; clubhouse of approximately 45,000 square feet featuring a formal dining room, grille and lounge, banquet facilities, private dining rooms, men’s and ladies’ lounges and card rooms, golf pro shop, locker rooms, cart storage and administrative offices. The Athletic Center features 18 lighted tennis courts, pro shop and deli; heated Junior Olympic and resort pools; and Fitness Center of approximately 11,000 square feet with state-of-the-art equipment, aerobic room, steam rooms, saunas, whirlpool, therapy rooms, and locker rooms. The Fitness Center offers child care services.
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Our mission is to provide members and their guests with the highest level of service along with outstanding conditions to create a world class golf experience at an incredible value.
KING’S DUNES
ROYAL LAKES PAR 72 Champion Member Men Forward Ladies Forward
Yardage 7339 6843 6357 5260
C.R. 74.6 71.8 69.5 64.4
Slope 125 117 114 101
PAR 72 Black Gold Blue Red
Yardage 7324 6801 6256 W 5450 W
C.R. 76.3 73.3 70.6 76.4 66.9 71.9
CYPRESS LINKS Slope 145 134 130 139 121 130
Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club 7650 Legacy Boulevard, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202 • 941-907-4710 www.lakewoodranchgolf.com
PAR 72 Black Gold Blue White Green Red
Yardage 7141 6791 6368 W 6077 W 5567 W 5022 W
C.R. 74.3 72.6 70.3 75.9 69.1 74.3 66.8 71.5 65.5 69.1
Slope 133 131 126 132 122 129 117 123 113 120
• General Manager - Wayne Piazza • Director of Golf - Scott Lamoureaux • Head Golf Professional - Brian Branch • Membership Director - Maureen LaTessa PlayGolfSarasota.com
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Inviting. Inspired. Incomparable.
LAUREL OAK COUNTRY CLUB is a private, member-owned club located in Sarasota, Florida. Its outstanding facilities include two championship golf courses crafted by Gary Player. The older course has been recently redesigned by Rees Jones, the famed “U.S. Open Doctor”. The club’s other amenities include 12 Har Tru tennis courts, a full-size heated swimming pool and a beautiful, newly renovated 45,000 square foot clubhouse. The club is nestled on over 800 peaceful acres near downtown Sarasota with its renowned arts and cultural district, and within easy reach of the finest beaches in Florida. The club is sited in a magnificent gated residential community of over 400 single family homes. For Membership information call 941-378-3608 Located on Bee Ridge Road, 3 miles east of I-75, Exit 207, 2700 Gary Player Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida 34240
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EAST COURSE PAR 72 Black Gold Green Blue Red Yellow White
Yards 6875 6404 6111 5932 5308 4947 4673
WEST COURSE C.R. 73.8 71.7 70.4 69.2 W- 71.7 W- 69.7 W- 67.9
Slope 137 127 124 120 123 119 113
Course Architects - Gary Player & Rees Jones General Manager - David Whalen
PAR 72 Black Gold Green Blue Red Yellow White
Yards 6934 6369 6041 5896 5396 4925 4647
C.R. 74.5 71.3 70.4 69.4 W- 72.2 W- 70.1 W- 68.4
Slope 147 134 128 126 127 123 121
PGA Director of Golf - Matt Auen Membership Director - Christine Bolton PlayGolfSarasota.com
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The Oaks Club is an exceptional 36-hole private country club community. Members of The Oaks Club enjoy two championship courses with scenic views and spectacular elevation changes for a superior playing experience. Abundant tee times and numerous events have helped create a club that is simply one of the finest in the southeast. In 2007, the Club completed a full renovation of the Eagle course by world-renowned course architect Arthur Hills. The course features Sea Isle Supreme Paspalum turfgrass from tee to green. The combination of the Heron and Eagle championship courses puts The Oaks Club in a class by itself. Championship grounds, excellent programming, extensive practice and teaching facilities and a highly dedicated staff create a golf experience that surpasses mere recreation. 24 PlayGolfSarasota.com
EXTRAORDINARY LIVING EAGLE COURSE PAR 72 Black Blue White Gold Red
Yardage 7003 6485 6017 5545 5022
C.R. 74.3 71.7 69.5 67.3/W-72.6 69.8
HERON COURSE Slope 147 138 129 118/131 128
PAR 72 Black Blue White Gold Red
Yardage 6695 6365 5935 5449 4986
C.R. 72.4 70.9 69.1 66.9/W-71.4 69.5
Slope 136 126 119 114/127 118
The Oaks Club 301 Mac Ewen Drive Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 966-2161 www.theoaksclub.com • Course Architects - Arthur Hills & William Byrd • General Manager - Victor Balcom II, CCM, General Manager/COO • PGA Master Professional - Tim Beckwith • Membership Director - Kathy McManus
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Discover The Ritz-Carlton Members Club, Sarasota
WITH 16 LAKES, MULTIPLE TEES, a wonderful natural setting framed by the Braden River and remarkable variety of play, the pleasure of this challenging course is enhanced by the uncompromising standards of course-conditioning, services and amenities of The Ritz-Carlton. In addition to the challenging Tom Fazio designed course, The Members Golf Club features a splendid clubhouse with a pro shop, locker rooms and grill restaurant, a sophisticated practice and teaching area. Another benefit is the innovative Ritz-Carlton Caddie Concierge program in which trained caddies serve Members and guests, anticipating and providing for virtually any need throughout a round of golf. For a Membership portfolio or to schedule a private tour, telephone 941-309-2521 or visit www.rcmcsarasota.com. For a Private Membership tour call 941-309-2521 University Parkway exit 213 off I-75. Go east to Lorraine Road and turn left. Follow to gated entrance on right. 15150 70th Terrace East, Bradenton, Florida 34202
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PAR 72 Black Silver Blue White Green Red
Yards 7414 7033 6557 6198 5791 5175
C.R. 75.6 73.7 71.5 70.0 68.3 70.1
Slope 133 128 124 120 115 114
Course Architect - Tom Fazio www.rcmcsarasota.com
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Sara Bay Country Club Est. 1926
A Donald Ross Masterpiece LOCATED JUST MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN SARASOTA, FLORIDA, there is a private club that was designed by legendary architect Donald Ross. Since 1926 members of Sara Bay have enjoyed the unique combination of heritage, camaraderie and an exceptional golfing experience. Features which set Sara Bay apart are: pace of play, rounds rarely take more than four hours; the course is very walker friendly and walking is unrestricted; the course is a “core� golf course, there are no homes between holes to interrupt the park-like setting; Sara Bay is member owned and is not part of a residential development; friendliness, members and their guests truly feel at home at Sara Bay. Membership at Sara Bay is more than just belonging to a club. It is an exclusive lifestyle distinguished by long-standing traditions. 28 PlayGolfSarasota.com
You can learn more about the club on our website: www.sarabaycc.org For membership information or to arrange a personal inspection, please contact Gavin Darbyshire, PGA at (941) 355-7658 or gavin.sbcc@gmail.com Take US 41 one mile north of the Sarasota/ Bradenton Intl. Airport. Turn right on Whitfield Avenue then left on Willow Street • 7011 Willow Street, Sarasota, Florida 34243
PAR 72
Yards
C.R.
Slope
Blue White Gold Red
7021 6414 5739 5264
73.8 71.0 67.7 70.5
136 125 118 117
Course Architect - Donald Ross / 1926 Restorations - Brian Silva / 1991 & 2006 PGA Golf Professional - Daren King Golf Pro Shop - 941-355-6544 • www.sarabaycc.org PlayGolfSarasota.com
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Distinguished. Celebrated. Unforgettable.
Experience for Yourself TPC Prestancia
Nestled within the prestigious Palmer Ranch neighborhood, TPC Prestancia features two 18-hole championship golf courses sprawling over 565 acres of lush landscape, providing players with a balance of aesthetics, spectacular coastal wildlife and outstanding playing conditions. Off the course, Members enjoy the elegant Mediterranean-style Clubhouse featuring casual and fine dining, private rooms for business meetings and intimate gatherings, and men’s and ladies’ locker rooms. TPC Prestancia is proud to be recognized both as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, for its commitment to environmental quality, and as a Green Business Partner of Sarasota County. 30 PlayGolfSarasota.com
THE STADIUM COURSE PAR 72 TPC Blue White Red
Yards 6927 6417 6032 5364
C.R. 73.6 71.3 69.4 72.7
Slope 134 127 124 122
THE CLUB COURSE PAR 72 TPC Blue White Red
Yards 6518 6019 5634 5001
C.R. 71.5 68.7 66.7 69.4
Slope 136 122 115 120
Course Architects: Stadium - Ron Garl w/Mike Souchak Club - Robert von Hagge w/Bruce Devlin PGA General Manager - Jim Poole PGA Golf Professional - Mike Zosh Sales & Marketing - Wendi Crisp www.tpcprestancia.com
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Test Drive A Legend! 6 MONTH SUMMER MEMBERSHIPS May - October (Golf, Tennis, Social)
PALM AIRE COUNTRY CLUB is a Private, Member-owned Club offering everything from elegant weddings and banquets to a friendly game of golf or tennis. From the beauty and challenge of our two championship 18-hole golf courses, to superb dining in the newly-renovated 25,000 square foot Clubhouse, you’ll have the perfect place to entertain family, friends and business associates. Walk in the footsteps of golfing legends on our famous Champions course where televised golf held its first national program. Or, for a faster pace, daily activities at our Athletic Center can challenge you even more. This superb country club is one of the largest in the greater Sarasota area. With a wide variety of condominiums, single family homes and villas, you will find Florida living as it should be—natural, quiet and relaxed. Come visit Sarasota-Bradenton’s legendary golf community. Enjoy the best of both worlds—your choice—the convenience of tee times or the camaraderie of shotguns. Spend the summer with us. We’re convinced you won’t want to leave.
New Membership Offerings and Tee Times! Seasonal 2–4 Months • 60-day “Try Us Out” Athletic Center (full, tennis, fitness) For Membership information call Renee Woods at 941-556-0782. Exit 213 off I-75, west on University Parkway, right on Whitfield Avenue, left on Country Club Way 5601 Country Club Way, Sarasota, Florida 34243 www.palmaire.net
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THE CHAMPIONS COURSE PAR 72 Gold Blue White Red Green
Yards C.R. 7005 74.1 6453 70.8 5961 68.6W-74.6 5476 67.0W-71.9 4666 62.7W-68.1
Slope 131 129 123/128 116/122 102/119
THE LAKES COURSE PAR 72 Gold Blue White Red Green
Yards C.R. 6698 72.2 6443 70.8 6027 68.9W-75.0 5563 67.1W-72.3 4535 63W-67.0
Slope 131 124 121/130 121/123 97/115
Course Architects: Champions Course - Dick Wilson Lakes Course - Joe Lee General Manager - John Costello PGA Golf Professional - Steve Yates Membership Director - Renee Woods www.palmaire.net
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The Lifestyle You Deserve PLANTATION GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB is located in tranquil Venice, Florida. We are a memberowned, private Club boasting 36 holes of championship golf with tee times always available, 13 HarTru tennis courts, a heated junior-Olympic size swimming pool, spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a grand clubhouse with the ambiance and charm of “Old Florida”. Plantation was voted “Best Private Country Club”, “Best Banquet Facilities” and “Best Tennis Facilities” by the Herald Tribune’s Reader’s Choice Awards. In addition, Plantation Golf & Country Club is very proud to have been selected to host the LPGA Annual Tour Qualifying School since 1987, one of only two qualifying schools in the nation. And, our Bobcat and Panther courses are included in the Golf Digest’s Places to Play Directory. For information on Plantation Golf & Country Club’s new Associate Membership Category, and Equity Incentive Program, please contact Elaine Dexter, Membership Director at 941-497-1494. 34 PlayGolfSarasota.com
BOBCAT COURSE PAR 72 Yards Black 6813 Blue 6516 White 6110 Gold 5655 Red 5258
PANTHER COURSE C.R. 73.7 72.2 70.5 68.3 W-73.8 W-71.4
Slope 137 135 130 122 129 123
From Interstate 75 use exit 193 (Jacaranda), proceed South. Center Road, turn left (East) proceed to second stop light (Rockley Blvd), turn right (South). Club facilities will be 1 mile on your right. 500 Rockley Boulevard, Venice, Florida 34293 Golf Shop 941-493-2000
PAR 72 Yards Blue 6427 White 6067 Gold 5402 Red 4925
C.R. 71.3 69.5 66.0 W-71.0 W-68.7
Slope 131 125 116 125 113
Golf Course Architect - Ron Garl General Manager - John Leinaweaver Director of Golf - Keith Struble, PGA Head Golf Pro - Mike Domalske, PGA www.plantationgcc.com
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A Preferred Private Community Integrating Home Ownership with a Prestigious Club Lifestyle
NESTLED IN 460 TROPICAL ACRES, The Venice Golf and Country Club is a member-owned, world-class equity club community of 587 single family homes with 26 lakes and 13 preserves. Native Florida trees and vegetation play a key role in the club’s landscaping design, showing a commitment to maintaining the integrity of Florida’s natural beauty while guaranteeing continued habitat for the local and migratory bird population. We take great pride in living in harmony with the natural elements that The Venice Golf and Country Club has to offer. Formed in 1999 as a nonprofit corporation, The Venice Golf and Country Club not only provides members equity ownership in all the club facilities but is unique in providing a 100% return of their equity investment. The equity membership investment sets us apart from other golf and country clubs. 36 PlayGolfSarasota.com
For a Private Membership tour call 941-492-9600 From Interstate 75 use exit 193 (Jacaranda), proceed South. Center Road, turn left (East). Proceed 2 miles and club is on left. 250 Venice Golf Club Drive, Venice, Florida 34292
PAR 72 Gold Blue White Black Red
Yards 6747 6392 6035 5491 5094
C.R. 73.8 72.4 70.2 67.9 / 73.3 W– 70.9
Slope 137 129 120 115 / 122 116
General Manager – Jim Schell Head Golf Professional – Coleman Plecker Golf Course Architect – Ted McAnlis Membership Coordinator – Lucy Carlson www.venicegolfandcc.com PlayGolfSarasota.com
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2009 Southwest Chapter PGA Award Winners GOLF PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD Keith Struble, Plantation Golf and Country Club
PRESIDENTS PLAQUE Mike Cummings, Capri Isle Golf Club
This award is one of the highest honors the Association can bestow on a working club professional whose total contributions to the game best exemplify the complete PGA Professional. This award embraces a wide range of services executed by the club professional.
This award is designed to recognize a PGA Professional for extraordinary and exemplary contributions and achievements in the area of player development. This award considers the PGA Professional’s growth of the game, leadership commitment at the Section and National levels and the impact made at the facility.
HORTON SMITH AWARD Jack Binswanger, Village Green Golf Club
PATRIOT AWARD Charlie Darbyshire, Sarasota National
This award recognizes the PGA Professional who is the model educator of PGA Golf Professionals. This award is designed to give special recognition to an individual PGA Professional for outstanding and continuing contributions to professional education.
This award is presented to a PGA Professional who personifies patriotism through the game of golf and demonstrates unwavering commitment and dedication to the men and women who have valiantly served and protected the United States of America.
THE TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD Chris Ayles, TPC of Prestancia
MERCHANDISER OF THE YEAR
This award is designed to recognize a PGA Professional who is an outstanding teacher of golf among the ranks of PGA membership. This award is based on a professional’s overall performance in teaching; unusual, innovative and special teaching programs initiated or implemented; articles published; as well as outstanding golfers the professional has instructed.
THE BILL STRAUSBAUGH AWARD Tony Panico, Play Golf Sarasota This award is designed to recognize PGA Professionals who, by their day-to-day efforts, have distinguished themselves by mentoring their fellow PGA Professionals in improving their employment situations and through their service to the community.
This award is designed to recognize those PGA Professionals who have excelled as business persons / merchandisers in the promotion of golf. The PGA honors PGA Professionals in three categories: Private, Public and Resort facilities. PRIVATE FACILITY Tim Beckwith, The Oaks Country Club PUBLIC FACILITY Jeff Boudrie, Golf Advantage Inc. ASSISTANT OF THE YEAR Steve Whidden, Rosedale Golf & Country Club SALES REP OF THE YEAR Bill McCormick, Beecher Carlson Insurance AMATEUR OF THE YEAR Rich Gilbert
JR. GOLF LEADER Dave Windsor, 1st Tee Sarasota/Manatee
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
This award recognizes the PGA Professional who is a leader in junior golf and who reflects the ideals of those who work with youth.
Jim Duval Rob McCoy Lew Smither II
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UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB
COURSE PROFILE
Sarasota’s Premier Semi-Private Golf Course 27 Holes of Championship Golf 3 Day Advance tee times Call 941-359-9999 Six sets of tees to challenge every skill level Golf Digest 4 Star Rated FEATURES: • Driving Range • Two Putting Greens • Short Game Practice Area • Practice Bunker • Lakeside dining open 7 days per week
The Golf Academy at University Park • 2 & 3 Day Golf Schools • Men’s & Women’s Clinics • Private Instruction • Make it a Day Programs
AWARDS:
Memberships available to fit every lifestyle! PAR 72 Diamond Emerald Platinum Ruby Bronze
1+10 7001 6446 6095 5338 4875
10+19 7152 6612 6223 5456 4949
19+1 7247 6716 6174 5432 4862
PGA Head Pro – Ashley Hayden LPGA Teaching Pro – Sue Ertl PGA Asst. Pro – Bill Tawney 7671 The Park Boulevard, University Park, Florida 34201 On University Parkway, 1.8 miles west of I-75, exit 213 www.universitypark-fl.com PlayGolfSarasota.com
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JUNIOR GOLF NEWS The First Tee of Sarasota/Manatee The First Tee Sarasota/Manatee Second Annual Golf Tournament
Greater Sarasota Jr. Golf Association 2010 GLENN McCLAIN MEMORIAL WINTER TOURNAMENT SERIES
On Tuesday, April 27th, support our chapter by joining us for The First Tee Party Tournament, held at The Concession Golf February 21 – Regular Tour, Club. The Concession Golf and Country Club was named Palm Aire Country Club Results: the 9th best residential course, putting it in the top ten in the United States. Designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin, 16-18 (6,553 yards) Boys 14-15 (6,553 yards) the course stretches over 7,400 yards and has one of the Boys Michael Visacki, Sarasota, 71 Mike Colgate, Sarasota, 69 highest slope ratings on the West Coast of Florida. This is a Jordan Miller, Bradenton, 73 Mason Fox, Sarasota, 74 Ryan Wolfe, Ellenton, 75 golf course you will not want to miss. For more information, Connor Baldwin, Bradenton, 74 registration and sponsorship opportunities please visit: www.thefirstteesarasotamanatee.org and click the “events” page. Boys 14 & Under (5,981 yards) Girls (5,476 yards) Charles Sun, Lakewood Ranch, 79 Kelly Sun, Lakewood Ranch, 83 Landry Miller, Bradenton, 83
Annual Gift Card Program
Nelly Korda, Bradenton, 76 Stephanie See, Sarasota, 93 Megan Marone, Punta Gorda, 95
Gift cards make the perfect gift for any occasion. The First Tee February 21 – Futures Tour, Sarasota/Manatee has a huge selection of nationally branded cards to choose – from Bonefish Grill to Borders Books, Old Venetian Golf & River Club Results: Navy, Gap, Starbucks and many more. You can support Boys 10 & Under our local First Tee chapter simply by purchasing gift cards Boys 11 & Over Yuvish Singh, Bradenton, 40 Dean Badger, Venice, 47 through our website. Purchase the gift cards anytime, and Sai Prabhu Gadam, Bradenton, 42 Lamar Williams, Tallevast, 49 they will be mailed to you in just days. It is simple to do. Visit Evan Murphy, Bradenton, 49 Garrett Wilson, Venice, 51 www.thfirstteesarasotamanatee.org and click on the Girls “fundraisers” page to view all offers available and make your Gianna Tomeo, Bradenton, 45 purchases today. Kadi Pallastrone, Sarasota, 49 Victoria Cangero, North Port, 51
Golf and Life Skills Classes The First Tee Sarasota Manatee is seeking more junior golfers to be a part of their golf and life skills classes this Spring and Summer. The 8-week Spring Session begins the week of April 5th and runs thru May with locations in both Sarasota and Venice. These after-school and Saturday classes offer an “on-going” enrollment, so it is never to late to join. Our weekly Summer Camps begin the week of June 7th with half-day and full-day options. Pro-rated fees and financial assistance also available. Learn more and register at: www.thefirstteesarasotamanatee.org or call (941) 993-0046. Come join The First Tee and play the “game of a lifetime!”
March 21 – Regular & Futures Tour, both at Bobby Jones Golf Complex April 18 – Regular Tour, Heron Creek G&CC April 25 – Futures Tour, River Strand Golf Club May 9 – Regular Tour, Bradenton Country Club May 16 – Futures Tour, The Groves at The Meadows
WTS schedule and registration forms are posted on our website, sarasotajuniorgolf.com. More than just golf….Our vision is to teach The First Tee Nine Core Values™; providing the vehicle through which kids can accomplish their dreams, thrive socially, excel academically and Information about our Summer Program, which athletically, and become productive members of society with begins in June, should be posted by early May. Also, integrity, strong family values and commitment to community. watch for upcoming dates for our Elite Junior Tour Become a fan on Facebook to stay tuned-in to all our upcoming events!
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For more Junior Golf events please refer to these websites www.hjgt.org www.sarasotajuniorgolf.com www.floridajuniortour.org
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UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB
THE GOLF ACADEMY AT UNIVERSITY PARK Newly expanded golf instruction program. Clinics starting at just $25!
2 & 3 Day Golf Schools with 4:1 Student to Instructor Ratio • “Let’s Get Started” Beginner Golf Series • “Weekender” Golf School • “Tee for Two” Personalized On-Course Instruction • Afternoon Golf Clinics • Kids Golf Camp • Private Instruction
3-Day Comprehensive Golf School Includes: Short Game Scoring Shots, Putting, Chipping, Lob Shot, Bunker. Full Swing Instruction: Driver, Fairway Woods, Hybrids & Irons. Individual Video Analysis & DVD $375 per person, 10% discount for early registration 2009 - 2010 Dates March 15-17 & 29-31 January 4-6 & 20-22 February 1-3 & 17-19 April 12-14
For reservations call 941-359-9999 Ashley Hayden, PGA Head Professional Sue Ertl, LPGA Head Teaching Professional Bill Tawney, PGA Assistant Professional
2-Day Short Game Scoring School Includes: Putting, Chipping, Pitching, Greenside Bunkers, Lob Shot, Specialty Shots. $249 per person, 10% discount for early registration 2009 – 2010 dates January 11-12 & 25-26 March 8-9 & 22-23 February 11-12 & 22-25 April 5-6
7671 The Park Boulevard, University Park, Florida 34201 On University Parkway, 1.8 miles west of I-75, exit 213 www.universitypark-fl.com
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U.S.T.A. Women’s $25,000 Pro Circuit Event The Oaks Club, April 11th – 18th, 2010 The USTA Women’s Pro Circuit Event in April, 2009 was widely acclaimed to be a huge success, not only for the winner of the event, Sharon Fichman, but for The Oaks Club and the Sarasota tennis community as well. Mic Huber of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune said it very well in his column titled “The Oaks Sets High Standard.” In it he writes, “The Oaks $25,000 tournament exceeded expectations for a first-year event in virtually every area.” 2010 Event April 11th – 18th: As previously announced, The Oaks Club will again host the USTA Women’s $25,000 Pro Circuit Event in 2010. The field will feature 32 women players ranked 95 to 200 on the Women’s Tennis Association tour. Players from many countries will compete in singles and doubles matches.
9th Annual Physicians Golf Tournament The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club, May 7th, 2010 Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation, Inc. will hold its 9th Annual Physicians Golf Tournament at The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club, Sarasota. The format for this year’s tournament is a Step Aside Scramble. Proceeds will benefit the Healthcare Foundation’s Physicians Endowment, an education fund for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System staff. The tournament has been sold out for the past several years, so early registration is recommended. For more information or to register, call Lisa Intagliata at (941) 917-1286 or go online to smhf.org
Sarasota County Men’s Senior Best Ball Championship Capri Isles, May 22nd – 23rd, 2010 Saturday May 22nd and Sunday May 23rd, Capri Isles will play host to the 1st Annual Sarasota County Men’s Senior Best Ball Championship. The entry fee for this event will be $200 per team which includes 36 holes of golf, range balls, tee gift, food and prizes. Starting times will be 9:00 shotguns for both days. Pairing requests will be accepted on the first day only. Entrants must be 50 years of age by the first round of the event. Flights will be formed from first day scores. Don’t miss this event! Grab your partner and come out and win this inaugural event!
National High School Coaches Association Sara Bay Country Club & IMG Academies, June 2010 Sara Bay, along with IMG Academies, will be hosting the NHSCA (National High School Coaches Association) High School Golf Championships in June. Boys – June 17-18, 2010 Girls – June 24-25, 2010
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UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB
GOLF TOURNAMENTS & OUTINGS
Make your next golf event memorable at University Park Country Club! • Charity Tournaments or Private Golf Outings • Corporate Luncheons with Golf • League and Group Play • Shotguns or Tee Times available • Special Events and Hole-in-One Contests • Expert Service by PGA professionals • Competitive Package Pricing • Lakeside Tournament Awards Banquet Venue overlooking the golf course. • Professional Banquet staff and events coordinator to help you plan every detail.
Small groups welcome!
Private room available for 19th hole gatherings for groups of 25- 40.
UNIVERSITY PARK 7671 The Park Boulevard, University Park, Florida 34201 www.universitypark-fl.com
Location, Location, Location – just 1.8 miles west of I-75 – minutes from everywhere in Sarasota and Bradenton.
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SPOTLIGHT EVENT
A GRAND OPENING OF HISTORIC PROPORTION – THE CONCESSION GOLF CLUB CLUBHOUSE by Mark Bruce, PGA Professional Play Golf Sarasota – Editor in Chief
The Concession Golf Club celebrated the grand opening of its new Clubhouse January 23rd. Opening remarks from new Concession Golf Club owner, Bruce Cassidy, welcomed the crowd of members, guests, and players who had gathered for a wonderful day of celebration. The opening commenced with breakfast and was followed by many exciting events, including a Jonathan Yarwood clinic, a lively golf tournament, a cocktail reception on the veranda, and a fabulous dinner prepared by Bistro at The Concession restaurateur, Sean Murphy and his team. Over 80 golfers and 140 dinner guests attended the event in honor of the opening of the new Clubhouse. The golf clinic, co-hosted by Tony Jacklin, featured 2009 U.S. Amateur Champion and Concession member Benjamin An, along with Sean Jacklin, Tony’s talented son, demonstrating a variety of golf clubs and balls dating back to the 1940s. Tony used the forum to convey a message about the history of golf, the changing face of equipment and technology, and the foresight that went into planning The Concession Golf Club. “We’re doing this for the love of the game,” noted Tony Jacklin. “We’re doing more than just reaching forward to create a stateof-the-art Club; we’re also looking to preserve history. The Concession is built upon past achievement in golf and upon the personalities who did so much to elevate the game. A sense of history and tradition – that’s what sets The Concession a world apart from the usual.” The vast Clubhouse exhibits the best in Mediterranean architecture and features a stunning interior design by world renowned artists Adrienne Vittadini and Pamela Hughes. From the moment one enters the brick motor court and catches sight of the palatial white columns that line the front entrance, it is clear that this is a special place. Club amenities include a well suited golf shop, exquisite mens’ and ladies’ locker rooms, a golfer’s dream men’s lounge, beautiful card rooms, a pub-style bar, and casual, formal, and private dining options at the newly opened Bistro at The Concession. Spacious outdoor verandas and voluminous windows throughout overlook the golf course and shimmering lake views. While The Concession Golf Club’s platform was based arguably on one of sports finest moments from the past, it is crystal clear that this Club now possesses all the right components necessary for an extremely bright future. 44 PlayGolfSarasota.com
HAVE ONE OF SARASOTA’S
Top Agents WORKING FOR YOU. For over 16 years, Linda Driggs has been one of Michael Saunders & Company’s Top Producers as well as one of the most respected Realtors in the Sarasota / Manatee area. As times change, Linda’s professionalism and committment to her clients has become even more evident in orchestrating successful transactions in spite of the challenging real estate market. She can do the same for you. Representing buyers and sellers in these fabulous golf course communities: • University Park Country Club • Laurel Oak Country Club • Misty Creek Country Club • Longboat Key Club • The Oaks Club • Lakewood Ranch • The Founders Club • Prestancia in Palmer Ranch • Palm Aire Country Club
FEATURED PROPERTIES
UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB Situated on one of University Park’s finest waterfront lots, this estate home will appeal to the most discriminating buyer who appreciates quality, craftsmanship and a flowing floor plan. Designer tile, marble, granite, custom moldings and faux finishes graciously enhance the 3 bedroom suites, office/den and bonus room The 58’ x 54’ lanai features a multi-level pool/spa package. Offered at $989,000.
LINDA DRIGGS
QUEENS HARBOUR - Behind the gates of the Longboat Key Club Experience this casual yet elegant home with expansive ceilings and spectacular bay views. Open, bright and versatile, with family room, master bedroom and guest suite on the main floor. The large second guest suite and fabulous game room are located on the second floor with unbelievable views. Membership in Bay Isles includes private beach and much more. Offered at $2,150,000.
lindadriggs@michaelsaunders.com • www.sarasotaestates.net
REALTOR®
Michael Saunders & Company
941-374-2920
1801 Main Street, Sarasota, Florida 34236 • 941-951-6660
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A Private Country Club Community
River Strand Estates “Doral� Model
SHOWCASE
Hole
4 # 4 Estuary
Par 4 / 388 yards
The Manatee River provides a scenic back-drop for this hole. A sea of sand at the back of the landing area make the green appear as if it is floating on an island. PlayGolfSarasota.com
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BOBCAT TRAIL
It’s a Beautiful Day at Bobcat Trail! Bobcat Trail, one of the area’s finest courses, is rated by Golf Digest as a “must play 4-1/2 star course” and one of Florida’s “top 30 public courses” in its 2003 “Places to Play” publication. Bobcat Trail Golf Club is located in North Port, Florida halfway between Sarasota and Fort Myers and just 3 miles from Interstate 75. “The Cat” is just 40 minutes away from the international airports of each city and just minutes away from shopping, dining, boating, fishing and the magnificent beaches at Venice and Siesta Key. Call 941-429-0500 to reserve a tee time From I-75, Take exit 179, continue on Toledo Blade, Bobcat Trail Golf Club on left. 1350 Bobcat Trail, North Port, Florida 34286
PAR 72 Yardage Blue (Tway) 6748 Gold (Bobcat) 6242 Green (Gator) 5765 White (Hawk) 5271 Red (Fox) 4800
C.R. 73.2 70.8 68.2 M65.4 L70.8 L68.5
Slope 131 125 121 116 125 117
Course Architect - Bob Tway PGA General Manager - Bruce Harris Golf Professional - Brian Burns www.bobcattrailgc.com
PELICAN POINTE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Golf... At Its Best
Voted “Best in Venice” 8 years in a row, Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club is a 27-hole championship facility. Three beautifully maintained nines wind through acres of nature preserves and lakes. Six sets of tees and ample hazards and bunkers challenge players of all skill levels. Play golf, Sarasota… and play the best. Call 941-496-4653, Ext. 221 to reserve a tee time. Take I-75 to exit 193, proceed south on Jacaranda Blvd. to Center Rd., turn right. Go ¾ mile to Horse and Chaise Blvd. turn right. 499 Derbyshire Drive, Venice, Florida 34285
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Gold Blue White Black Green Red
Meadows Preserve Hatchett Creek 3606 3576 3433 3350 3285 3192 3114 2938 2966 2840 2729 2569 2655 2563 2569 2629 2310 2446
Course Architect - Ted McAnlis PGA General Manager - Tom Weaver PGA Golf Professional - Bill Neal www.pelicanpointeclub.com
MISTY CREEK COUNTRY CLUB
Sarasota’s Most Extraordinary Golf Club There is only one golf course in all of Southwest Florida that is set in a wildlife preserve with resident bald eagles. The course is carved out of a 350 acre wilderness area with picturesque lakes and lush forests lining the fairways. The club features a full amenity practice facility with driving range, oversize putting green, and chipping and sand bunker. In addition to the snack bar, the restaurant and grill serves lunch daily and in season, breakfast on weekends. Other features include 4 tennis courts and locker facilities. Misty Creek has some of the best Champion® turf-grass greens in the area.
Call 941-921-5258 to reserve a tee time On Bee Ridge Extension, 3.5 miles east of I-75, exit 207 8954 Misty Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida 34241
PAR 72 Gold Blue White Green Red
Yardage 6895 6384 6007 5357 5208
C.R. 73.3 70.9 68.9 66.4 70.6
Slope 137 125 115 109 123
Detailed Information: www.mistycreek.net 941-922-2188 info@mistycreek.net
UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB
Most sought after tee times in town! Rated four stars by Golf Digest since 1996 and Sarasota Magazine’s Best Golf Course for 16 years running, University Park will top your roster of must-play courses! 27 holes of championship golf, a well equipped pro shop, driving range and practice facility, a great new golf academy and casual lakeside dining. Call 941-359-9999 for three day advance tee times Tee times available 7 days per week as early as 7:00 am Located just 1.8 miles west of I-75, exit 213 at 7671 The Park Boulevard, University Park, Florida, 34201
PAR 72 Diamond Emerald Platinum Ruby Bronze
1+10 7001 6446 6095 5338 4875
10+19 7152 6612 6223 5456 4949
19+1 7247 6716 6174 5432 4862
Course Architect - Ron Garl General Manager - Laurie Evans PGA Head Pro - Ashley Hayden www.universitypark-fl.com PlayGolfSarasota.com
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VENETIAN GOLF & RIVER CLUB
Treat Yourself to Sarasota County’s Most Dynamic Golfing Experience
Designed by renowned golf course architect Chip Powell, Venetian’s design pays homage to the early masters of golf architecture by presenting players with an abundance of strategic options that test both the mental and physical sides of the wonderful game of golf. This 18-hole, par-72 masterpiece features generous fairways framed with naturallooking mounds, strategically located bunkers and an abundance of grass hollows. Hazards are configured in a manner to make forced carries optional. Venetian features TifEagle® greens and provides players of all abilities with a dynamic golfing experience For tee times, call (941) 441-2294 • Exit 195 (Laurel Road), off I-75, 1 mile east 105 Pesaro Drive, North Venice, Florida 34275 • venetiangolfandriverclub.com
PAR 72 I II III IV V
Yardage 6931 6553 6028 5457 5038
C.R. 72.9 71.1 68.5 71.2 69.1
Slope 127 124 119 120 115
Course Architect - Chip Powell General Manager - Dan Callender PGA Golf Pro - Chris Souchak Membership Director - Simone Coseo
ROSEDALE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Sarasota/Bradenton’s Hidden Gem
$
500 SUMMER MEMBERSHIPS Call Dora, 753-6200, for more information www.rosedalegcc.com
Championship course, excellent conditions and conveniently located ¼ mile east of I-75 on State Road 70, grass driving range, 10,000 sq ft putting and chipping green. Home of “The Learning Center @ Rosedale”, featuring “The School of Relaxed Golf”. Cobra and TaylorMade rental clubs. Call 941-756-0004 to reserve a tee time Conveniently located 1/4 mile East of I-75 on State Road 70 (Exit 217) 5100 87th Street East, Bradenton, Florida 34211
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PAR 72 Gold Blue White Black Red
Yardage 6714 6337 5882 5545 5064
C.R. 72.9 71.7 69.3 67.5 70.3
Slope 140 127 118 114 120
Course Architect - Ted McAnlis General Manager - Pat Hogan PGA Master Professional - Mike Clayton PGA Dir. of Instruction - Steve Whidden www.rosedalegcc.com
IMG ACADEMIES GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
IMG Academies Golf & Country Club is Now Semi-Private!
Dining Reservations Membership Inquiries Special Events IMG Academies Whether your aspiration is to golf alongside the world’s best golfers or become one, IMG Academies Golf & Country Club has what your looking for. We offer competitive rates for the daily golfer as well as flexible membership opportunities. Our Full membership is for the serious golfer, Seasonal or Summer memberships for our part-timers, and our Social membership offers unlimited use of our practice facility and unlimited golf at reduced fees. If you are planning the event of your lifetime or just joining us for casual or fine dining you will enjoy our expansive views of Sarasota Bay and our commitment to truly personalized service. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Sarasota, in southwest Bradenton. Call 941-758-1464 to reserve a tee time • Online: www.imgcc.com From US 41, head west on Bayshore Gardens Parkway, then straight to El Conquistador Parkway. The Clubhouse and Pro Shop is 1/4 mile on the left. 4350 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton, Florida 34210
PAR 72 Yardage Course 1 6855 Course 2 6536 Course 3 6216 Course 4 5795 Course 5 5294
941-758-1467 941-739-7412 941-739-7414 941-752-2600 C.R. 73.7 71.0 70.3 M68.5 L74.1 L71.4
Slope 127 124 119 119 134 129
Orig. Course Architect - Mark Mahhanah Redesigned by - Gene Bates General Manager - Jeffrey Parsons Head Golf Professional - Joseph Rassett Assistant Golf Professional - Mark Lemond www.imgcc.com www.imgacademies.com
LEGACY GOLF CLUB
An Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course
It’s a Beautiful Day at Bobcat Trail! Legacy is an upscale, 18-hole championship daily fee course and has earned its reputation as one of the premier courses in Southwest Florida. The course features multiple elevated tees, and virtually every hole is framed with sand and water. What makes this course unique is the 360-foot wide fairways making the look very dramatic and visually challenging while still approachable to all players. Legacy Golf Club has been awarded Best Places to Play and 4 1/2 STARS from the readers’ of Golf Digest. One of America’s Top Golf Courses from ZAGAT Survey 2007-2009. Call 941-907-7067 to reserve a tee time Take exit 213 off of I-75. Travel East 2 miles on University Blvd. Turn left onto Legacy Blvd. 8255 Legacy Boulevard, Bradenton, Florida 34202
PAR 72 Black Gold Silver Copper Jade
Yardage 7067 6684 6108 5465 4886
C.R. 73.8 71.9 69.4 69.4 68.8
Slope 140 136 124 123 115
Course Designer - Arnold Palmer PGA General Manager - Brian Richter Director of Sales - Paul Ascioti www.legacygolfclub.com PlayGolfSarasota.com
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KINGSWAY COUNTRY CLUB
A Passion for Golf!
Nestled in the residential community of Lake Suzy, Kingsway Country Club is conveniently located less than a mile from I-75 (exit 170) just minutes away from Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, which was recently ranked among Money magazine’s “25 Best Places to Retire.” Ron Garl, the original course designer and one of the foremost golf course architects in the industry, has made significant design improvements to what was already one of the finest courses in the area. This championship layout incorporates rolling terrain, wide fairways, ample bunkers and spacious Tif-Eagle greens to create a pure golfing experience. Call 941-625-8898 to reserve a tee time. Call (941) 625-8898 to reserve a tee time Located 1 mile east of I-75 exit 170 left on Kingsway Circle 13625 SW Kingsway Circle, Lake Suzy, FL 34269
PAR 72 Tee #1 Tee #2 Tee #3 Tee #4 Tee #5 Tee #6
Yardage 7138 6613 6407 6100 5706 5200
C.R. 75.2 72.5 71.4 70.2 68.2 / 73.1 W- 71.1
Slope 142 132 129 126 118/ 128 120
PGA General Manager – J.B. Belknap PGAGolf Professional – Jimmy Karr Course Designer – Ron Garl www.kingswaycountryclub.com
SARASOTA NATIONAL
Troon Golf in Venice Sarasota National Golf Club is Troon’s latest golf course development located in south Venice, Florida. Opened in 2008, the course has become a fast favorite of players up and down the West Coast of Florida. Sarasota National has earned a strong reputation from players of all levels for its generous fairways, fast undulating greens and natural beauty. The course, which is located only 5 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, boasts mild breezes that make the course play and feel like a links style golf course. The course and development is located on 2200 acres of natural terrain and is intertwined among 350 acres of lakes, pines, oaks and palm trees. Call 941-496-8676 to reserve a tee time Take I-75 to exit 193 - Jacaranda Blvd. for 4 miles to U.S. 41. Take left and Course is approximately 2 miles on right. 2550 National Blvd., Venice, Florida 34293
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PAR 72 Black Gold Silver Jade
Yardage C.R. 7344 75.2 6559 71.9 6034 69.5 W-74.9 5069 W-69.1
Course Designer - Gordon Lewis Golf Professional - Mark Trotter www.sarasotanational.com
Slope 136 129 121 130 117
RIVERWOOD GOLF CLUB
Our Southwest Florida Course Outclasses The Competition
Golf Digest rated 4 ½ stars for the past 15 years. Our nationally rated golf course provides superior course conditions, excellent service and outstanding tournament management is our trademark. Nestled among towering pine trees, sparkling lakes, natural preserves and the majestic Myakka River is Riverwood Golf Club’s par-72 championship golf course. With five sets of tees, there is a challenge associated with every hole. Riverwood is home to a superb golf, practice range, and learning center, complemented by a spacious putting green and chipping area. A staff of PGA teaching professionals can help discover the best golfer in you. Call 941-764-6661 to reserve a tee time I-75 to exit 179, Toledo Blade Blvd., head west to SR776, turn right, ahead 3 miles. 4100 Riverwood Drive, Port Charlotte, Florida 33953
PAR 72 Black Blue White Gold Red
Yardage 7004 6472 6034 5376 4695
C.R. 74.2 71.5 69.6 66.2 68.3
Slope 137 131 124 115 113
Course Architect - Gene Bates General Manager - Mike Burton PGA Golf Professional - Bob Ridge www.riverwoodgc.com
HERON CREEK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Nothing Compares to Heron Creek’s Country Club Lifestyle
The moment you step out onto the tee at Heron Creek, you’ll experience the exhilaration of playing the brilliantly designed and meticulously maintained championship course. The challenging, but not intimidating, course design includes elevation changes unique to Southwest Florida, sparkling water features, and all the natural beauty of Heron Creek. With the variety and challenges offered by the Oaks, Marsh and Creek Nine layouts, playing golf at Heron Creek is an experience you’ll want to repeat over and over again Call 941-423-6955 to reserve a tee time Entry off South Sumter Boulevard between US41 & I-75, Exit 182 5301 Heron Creek Blvd., North Port, Florida 34287
TEES Black Blue White Yellow Red
Oaks Par 36
Marsh Par 36
Creek Par 36
3418 3192 2993 2547 2376
3451 3156 2947 2594 2411
3365 3214 2933 2670 2409
Course Architect - Arthur Hills PGA General Manager - Jerry Moore PGA Golf Professional - Duncan Clark Membership Director - Danielle Hallman www.heron-creek.com PlayGolfSarasota.com
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WATERLEFE GOLF & RIVER CLUB
Discover the Ultimate Golf & River Address Introducing our fine, quality golf course community and 18-hole luxury golf course at Waterlefe Golf & River Club. Waterlefe’s unrivaled natural setting along the Manatee River is composed of a collection of signature golf holes designed by course architect Ted McAnlis. The competitive layout presents a challenge for golfers of all skill levels. There are five sets of tees ranging in length from 4700 to 6908 yards. Features include five unforgettable holes that touch and border the scenic Manatee River. Additional amenities include an aqua range, practice putting green, full-service pro shop, grille room and beverage cart service. Call 941-744-0393 to reserve a tee time Take I-75 to Exit 220. East to Upper Manatee River Rd. Turn left, Waterlefe is on the left. 1022 Fish Hook Cove, Bradenton, Florida 34212 www.waterlefegolfandriverclub.com
PAR 72 Yardage Bobcat 6908 Eagle 6427 Tarpon 5909 Manatee 5449 Otter 4770
C.R. 73.8 71.4 69.3 M65.1 L71.2 L68.0
Slope 141 136 122 103 132 119
Course Architect - Ted McAnlis PGA General Manager - Doug Egly PGA Golf Pro - Bryan Richard
RIVER STRAND GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
27-Holes of Championship Golf Designed by Arthur Hills
The new 27-hole championship golf course at River Strand, designed by world-renowned architect Arthur Hills, offers a first class golf experience that is challenging for the low handicap golfer yet fair and fun for the high handicap player. The golf course fits harmoniously with the environment featuring holes intertwined with tributaries and estuaries. The Manatee River and its tidal water areas are incorporated into several holes making the course a remarkable and memorable experience. River Strand is meticulously maintained from lush fairways to tour quality tif-eagle greens The practice facility provides the opportunity to practice all aspects of your game. The large driving range, the multi-faceted short game area and putting greens complement the golf course, creating a first class golf facility. Experience the outstanding conditions and superior service of River Strand for yourself! Call 941-708-3617 to reserve a tee time Located 1/2 mile east of I-75 exit 220, left into entrance of Heritage Harbour then left at 4-way stop. Follow River Heritage Blvd. 1 mile to end. 7155 Grand Estuary Trail, Bradenton, Florida 34212
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TEES Gold Blue White Green Red
Tributary Estuary Sanctuary Par 36 Par 36 Par 36 3214 2991 2743 2500 2221
3640 3411 3151 2839 2510
3473 3290 3042 2784 2436
Course Architect - Arthur Hills PGA Director of Golf - Wes Miller General Manager - Gordon McIntosh www.riverstrandgolf.com
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The Concession Golf Club and Beach Bistro Marriage A match made in heaven By combining the efforts of a world-class golf course and a world-class restaurant, The Concession Golf Club has created an exquisite dining and incredibly comfortable experience for members and guests. Sean Murphy, owner of Anna Maria Island’s famed Beach Bistro, is charged as Culinary Director for the newly opened Bistro at The Concession. Since opening in December, Murphy has been able to create a lunch menu that fits perfectly into The Concession Golf Club’s operation. “I have never had to develop so many items that can be eaten without a knife or fork,” says Murphy. “Golfers want food that they can carry and eat.” Golfers have the choice of dining in the men’s lounge prior to golf or outside on the scenic veranda after their round, or ordering a box lunch to be delivered on the course while they play. As for dinner, while most clubs are featuring Prime Rib Night or an Italian Buffet, the Bistro at The Concession will be serving the world’s best Nova Scotia Smoked Salmon from Willie Krauch’s Smokehouse in Tangiers, Nova Scotia, along with Southern Comfort BBQ Shrimp, Gulf Coast Bouillabaisse and Honolulu Butterfish. By joining culinary forces with the Beach Bistro, The Concession is able to offer menu preparations from the classical offerings of the Beach Bistro’s repertoire to the cutting edge menu preparations that excite a young culinary team drawing from a world wide range of food preparation styles – from Pacific to Atlantic rim and all of the culinary cultures in between. Most talented young chefs are drawn to nationally recognized restaurants as the best venues to showcase their talents and advance their careers. The Bistro at The Concession provides these chefs the freedom to experiment and cultivate culinary styles and provide The Concession patron with a superlative and uncommon taste adventure. Unique to itself, the Bistro at The Concession has created a “Culinary Membership” program that invites people to come and experience this incredible combination of club and cuisine. Inquire about arrangements for dining by calling the Bistro at The Concession at 941- 907-0511 or by emailing smurphy@concessiongolfclub.com.
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AFTER YOUR ROUND - DINING & 19TH HOLE
ing c u d o r t n I World-renowned restaurateur Sean Murphy, owner of Anna Maria Island’s acclaimed Beach Bistro, is charged as Culinary Director for the newly opened Bistro at The Concession. Now you can sample his award-winning fare closer to home. Inquire about arrangements for dining by calling Bistro at The Concession at 941.907.0511 or emailing smurphy@concessiongolfclub.com
Hemingway’s Retreat 325 John Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34236
www.hemingwaysretreat.com Phone: 941.388.3948 Hemingway’s Retreat has been one of Sarasota’s favorite restaurants for over 20 years. Serving fresh seafood, choice steaks, chicken, ribs, pasta and more. Enjoy wonderful cocktails, one of our speciality drinks or fine wines by the glass or bottle overlooking St. Armand’s Circle on our outdoor patio. Open window into the romantic past – cozy, classy, and fun. Celebrating twenty years of success as one of Florida’s most popular restaurants. 58 PlayGolfSarasota.com
daily at 11 am for lunch, 4 till 10 for dinner and till 11 on Friday and Saturday. From all of us at Hemingway’s Retreat, ENJOY.
AFTER YOUR ROUND - DINING & 19TH HOLE
MacAllisters Grill & Tavern
american cuisine... with a global soul imaginative food & wine caring hospitality exceptional value freshest seafood and produce highest quality meats local sustainable foods fresh, house made polo grill specialties 15 exceptional dinner entrĂŠes under $20 handcrafted gourmet pizzas
lunch | 11:30am - 2:30pm monday - saturday dinner | 5:30 - 10:00pm seven days a week happy hour daily located on lakewood ranch main street pologrillandbar.com 941.782.0899 caterfete.com
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Experience Cevíche Sarasota. “Happy Hour” Mon - Fri: 4PM - 7PM 1/2 Price Tapas At Rooftop Bar and Restaurant Bar “Open Nightly” Sun & Mon: 4 - 10PM Tues - Thurs: 4PM - Midnight Fri & Sat: 4PM - 2AM “Tapas Tuesdays” $4 Tapas, $4 Sangria & $6 Mojitos All Night Long! 4PM - Midnight “Sangria Brunch Sundays” 11AM - 2:30PM $4 Blood Marys & $4 Mimosas
1216 1st Street 941.952.1036
Enjoy lunch or dinner every day, the Stonewood way. North Sarasota: 5415 University Pkwy. University Park, FL 34201 941.355.3315
South Sarasota: 1894 Stickney Point Road Sarasota, FL 34231 941.927.3969
www.stonewoodgrill.com • Sunday-Thursday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm, Friday-Saturday 11:30am – 11:00pm
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Finally, golf for everyone... Whether you want to Make a date to golf our Island with your special someone, Golf ‘till your heart’s content with the gang - or come experience why PEI is a Golf and Food Lovers Paradise, we have exactly what you need to make a one-of-a-kind golf vacation that you’ll remember for a lifetime.
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This unique gated community features estate home sites, individual boat docks, and a private Golf and Country Club... all surrounded by nature preserves and the Manatee River.
Meet me down by “The River”
Nothing beats the tranquility found when you are on or near the water. The same holds true for spending time on the Manatee River. Just over the river and east of I-75 lies the wonderful golf community of River Wilderness Golf & Country Club. Celebrating their 25th Anniversary this year reminds me of how fast time flies. My first exposure to River Wilderness was seeing their name on Paul Azinger’s visor back in the late 80’s and early 90’s. Paul was at the prime of his career and was often seen on weekend Golf telecasts racking up victories and top ten finishes. Playing golf at River Wilderness is a very peaceful experience. You can barely hear the wind blow, and the only sounds that fill the air are birds chirping and eagles soaring. For that matter, living out east provides the same thing for residents; zero noise from traffic, a night sky that showcases all of the constellations, and great riverfront fishing. The final phase of development linked to River Wilderness is the premier boating community of Rive Isle. This amazing stretch of homes and homesites is perched right on the Manatee River and provides all residents with backyard boat docks and direct river access. Rive Isle clearly defines luxury river-front living. The urban sprawl known as “East County” also includes great buying opportunities for those wanting larger yards and a younger family demographic. Twin Rivers, Rivers Reach, Mill Creek, and Country Creek, are just a few of the larger developments in east Manatee County that offer a wonderful family environment with great schools and all are in close proximity to the Manatee River and bordering tributaries. Prices start in the low $200’s for lot and house packages in the newer communities, and the more established areas have high quality re-sales starting in the $250k range. One of the upsides to these communities are the larger lot sizes, many of them start at ½ acre and go up to over 1 acre. This fact in and of itself promotes much of the family atmosphere portrayed when choosing to live out East. As always, if you have any real estate questions, golf related or otherwise, feel free to call me anytime at 941-400-3969 or email me at SteveAbbe@MichaelSaunders.com
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- Comfortable Island Luxury -
Beachfront Island Compound Boca Grande, Florida
3561 Shore Lane, Boca Grande, Florida This magnificent family compound consists of a main house, guest house, generous swimming pool and deck area, expansive southside lawn/play area, and impeccable tropical landscaping, located on over 200’ of beautiful white sand beach on the Gulf of Mexico. The main house offers four suites with four bathrooms and an additional two half baths. Two stunning main entries offer immediate Gulf front views! Up to 20’ Cypress finished ceilings create a wonderful sense of space along with exquisite marble surfaces throughout! The home center is split evenly and openly into two areas, one fireside and one offering an entertainment/media option. The large open family kitchen includes dining table side, barside, or outside on a spectacular wrap-around Gulf-front deck.
Additional features include: family room off the kitchen, library, multiple laundries, elevator, home theater/studio, large fully equipped exercise center, multiple pantries, wine storage, multiple garages (cars, carts, boats and beach toys) and storage. A state-of-the-art backup generator system stands at the ready. The guest house offers two full suites, multiple decks, large open living and dining area and a third full bathroom right off the pool deck. Private airport (NetJet approved) and Fazio golf possibilities... MLS D5775193 $12,000,000
Bayfront Island Estate
4120 Snail Island Ct, Boca Grande, Florida
Boca Grande, Florida
Quite possibly the Island’s very best location! 585’ of shoreline (3.5 acres) with incomparable views in all directions.
Preserve
The longest single lot on island! Southeast exposure offering 5 bedroom, 4 baths plus 2 half baths! Generous open floor plan with over 6000 sq.ft. under roof with lots of light (all Anderson windows & doors)! This home is in excellent condition, dockage up to 100’ and a lift for your tender. Three car garage, spectacular landscaping, bay beach for the kids/grandkids and the ultimate privacy. Located on approximately 3.5 acres of land with an acre +/- of submerged lands. If you’re looking for the very best views, large dockage, privacy and a spacious home (plenty of room for an additional guesthouse)... then this is it! The seller is a licensed real estate broker. Realtor® / Owner MLS: D5770316 $7,900,000
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BOCA GRANDE
- Gulf Coast Lifestyles Coral Creek Club Cottages The Tom Fazio designed Coral Creek Club is a golfer`s dream! Creekside Cottages are revival British West Indies style homes that features three bedrooms + den (it could be fourth bedroom), four and one-half baths, three car garage, and a beautiful dock facility on pristine Coral Creek. Enjoy Southwest Florida`s No. 1 rated golf course along with the spectacular new clubhouse that has just been rated one of the five best new clubhouses in the world by Golf Magazine! Also enjoy a new sparkling swimming pool to cool off on those warm summer days! Coral Creek Club golf membership is a must. The next door Coral Creek Airport also offers private membership possibilities Homesites priced from $250,000!
Angler’s Club at Boca Grande Direct Intracoastal access. 1600 to 2400 square feet - 3 and 4 bedrooms town homes, deepwater dockage included. Private gated waterfront community with Key West features and numerous amenities. Low density community, colorful, fun, with lots of dockage! Townhomes from $325,000 Homes from $939,000 Lots from $280,000
BoB Melvin, President Owner/Broker/Realtor ÂŽ
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Advanced Protection from the Sun Do you think playing golf in the sun is safe? Do you think that wearing a cap or hat offers you enough protection? Do you think that using a golf cart means you are protected from the sun rays? THINK AGAIN! THE SUN IS A DANGEROUS WEAPON AGAINST YOUR SKIN, YOUR HEALTH AND YOUR WEALTH! Most everyone is aware of the risks associated with UVB exposure, however there are real risks associated with UVA exposure including skin aging, DNA destruction and even skin cancer. Up to 95% of UV rays that reach the skin are UVA rays. Experts say up to 80% of skin aging is due to UVA rays. UVA rays have been linked to skin cancer. Cheap sunscreens, a hat and the golf cart will not protect you enough. We recommend a high-quality, pharmaceutical grade sunscreen if you intend to be in the sun for more than 2 hours at a time. The reflected rays from the ground and surrounding water on a golf course will expose you to UVA and UVB rays. Mexoryl™ SX is the first sun filter approved by the FDA in 18 years. A breakthrough technology in sun protection, Mexoryl™ SX is contained in Anthelios sun care products from La Roche-Posay professional skincare. It is available at medical locations such as Coast Laser Center in Sarasota FL. MEXORYL™ SX is the most effective FDA-approved organic filter designed to protect against short UVA rays with high photostability, a key factor in sunscreen protection efficacy. This high photostability means the sunscreen will maintain a higher UVA protective ability longer and not degrade as quickly as other FDA approved UVA filters when exposed to the sun. La Roche-Posay is proud to introduce CELL-OX SHIELD™, the newest innovation in the Anthelios range for UVA and UVB protection down to the cellular level 1. A performance booster that pushes photostabilization, the antioxidant combination is also unique to CELL-OX SHIELD™. One key anti-oxidant in our formulation is Senna Alata, a tropical leaf extract. PlayGolfSarasota.com
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HEALTH & WELLNESS COSMETIC SERVICES LASER HAIR REMOVAL DOCTOR’S TREATMENTS Palm Aire Plaza • 5899 Whitfield Ave Sarasota, FL 34243 • Suite 104
Phone: 941.359.3900 www.coastlasercenter.com
We offer the removal of unwanted Hair by a Lumenis Lightsheer diode laser which is cleared by the FDA. We also have Doctors available to administer Botox, Juvederm or Radiesse, Clinical Weight Loss and prescribe Latisse. Our aestheticians treat Rosacea, Acne & Hyperpigmentation using La Roche-Posay Biomedic Micropeels, MicroDermabrasion, Dermaplaning and MicroCurrent. Contact us today for your FREE consultation.
A.L.P. Orthotic Center Dr. Amy L. Palladino Chiropractic Physician and Certified Pedorthist
Kaufman Family Chiropractic Chiropractor for the Baltimore Orioles
1400 Cattleman Road, Suite 103, Sarasota, FL 34232 • 941-927-0546
www.DrKenKaufman.com
Don’t Let Pain Keep You in the Rough! Kaufman Family Chiropractic Center can keep you feeling and playing your best, with 16 years experience treating: • Low Back and Hip Pain • Neck and Shoulder Pain • Headaches Medicare and Blue Cross Blue Shield participating provider, most other plans accepted and cash programs available. Same Day Appointments Available – Call Today! 70 PlayGolfSarasota.com
Custom Orthotics
Would you know how to reach your doctor on a Sunday Afternoon?
At LernerCohen Healthcare... you always receive the level of service you expect and deserve. By choosing to limit the number of patients in our practice, we are able to offer you benefit-oriented care from your personal doctor. Just as our area offers an unparalleled lifestyle, LernerCohen offers you an unparalleled physician experience: Board Certified Exceptional Physicians Personal Attention
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Cooper Creek Dental 8460 Cooper Creek Boulevard, Suite 103, University Park, FL 34201 Phone: 941-366-1010 info@coopercreekdental.com • www.CooperCreekDental.com
Dr. Ann Mooney & Dr. Shelly Donegan McAvoy
Welcome to Cooper Creek Dental, where you're more than a patient! When you visit Cooper Creek Dental, you are our top priority. Our practice in University Park is conveniently located near Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota and Bradenton on Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast. Dr. Shelly Donegan McAvoy, Dr. Ann Mooney, and the entire staff are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. We invite you to call today and see for yourself with a complimentary consultation and UNDER ARMOUR office tour. ®
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Pilates Sarasota Q-Link Golf Less Stress + More Focus = Lower Golf Scores The World’s Finest Touring Pro’s wear Q-Link to Play Better Golf…shouldn’t you? Nick Faldo, 3-Time US Open and Masters Champion “I’ve been using a Q-Link for a couple of months now and I have seen a marked improvement in my sleeping patterns.”
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TOP 20 TEACHER UNDER THE AGE OF 40
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“One size does not fit all in golf. We create personalized golf instruction that makes what you already do more efficient.” Jonathan Yarwood •State-of-the-art indoor facility and putting green •All students receive a personal DVD of lessons as well as suggestions and drills for continued improvement •Coach to many Champions including ‘05 US Open Champ as well as ’99 and ’09 US Amateur Champs •Every level catered for with pleasure •Unmatched long and short game facilities •Titleist Pro V1 balls
941 322 1465 OR 941 373 6769 WWW.GOLFJY.COM LOCATED AT THE CONCESSION GOLF CLUB WWW.THECONCESSION.COM
Strike Down on Ball
Backswing to 9 o’clock
9 o’clock w/ Wrist Hinge
PITCHING: If you want to make some scores, then get your pitching sharper! Getting accurate from 80 yards and in is a great way to lower your scores quickly and easily. The set up for pitching is a blend of the chip set up and the full swing. Stand wider than you would for a chip, but not as wide as you would for a full swing. Stand the same ratio from the ball too -- not as close as a chip, but not as far away as your full swing. Your feet should be slightly open to the target with the ball towards the middle of your stance and your weight leaning left a hint. This encourages a downward hit when you squeeze the front edge of the club against the turf during the hit. A pitch is powered by a rotation of the body, with the arms hanging on for the ride and staying in sync. Many people who are poor at pitching get very ‘hand and armsy.’
Good Set-Up
Rotation of Body
Try hitting with a towel under your arms to get the feeling. The wrists gently bend in and allow the club to hinge on the way back and on the way through, providing some power but also the all important angle of attack to get the ball airborne. Once you have the technique, I like the idea of a clock system with the left arm. Turning the body gently and having an awareness of where the left arm is in relation to the ground results in the ball going a certain distance. So, the left arm at 8 o’clock hits the ball “X” distance, 9 o’clock hits it “Y” distance, and so on. Get that pitching sharper and watch those scores tumble!
Jonathan Yarwood www.golfjy.com
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GOLF INSTRUCTION & TECHNOLOGY
Evie’s Driving Range & Family Fun Center 4735 Bee Ridge Rd. Sarasota, Florida, 34233 941-377-2399 Welcome to Sarasota’s #1 practice facility! Driving Range 60-station driving range, a chipping green, a putting green and an 18hole Waterfall Adventure Mini-Golf Course, Evie’s Family Golf Center has something for everyone. • 60 hitting stations • Sand bunker play available
• 30 Grass Stations • Chipping & Putting Greens
Golf lessons available daily. Instructors Mary Schiavetta, PGA Professional & former PGA Tour player, Barry Cheesman can help golfers of all skill levels. Take a private one-on-one lesson or attend a clinic. Improve you game today! Miniature Golf Our beautifully landscaped miniature golf course is fun and challenging for all ages and abilities and is handicap accessible Other Amenities • Pizza Parlor • Arcade • Tavern • Ice Cream Parlor Hours of Operation: Sun - Thurs open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm / Fri & Sat open till 11pm
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GOLF INSTRUCTION & TECHNOLOGY
Plans are complete and work has begun on the addition of a new teaching facility at Plantation Golf and Country Club. Early this summer the golf professional staff will offer instruction from a new indoor teaching and fitting station being built at the north end of their existing practice range. This building will have a huge exterior door where students can hit shots from within the protection of the building out onto the heart of the driving range. Technology inside the building will include numerous teaching aids, dual video camera set ups with V1 graphics and the latest FlightScope launch monitor and tracking device. Matrixes for all the major golf equipment vendors will also take residence in this new facility for state of the art custom club fitting and analysis. Adjoining the interior hitting station will be an outdoor station with similar capabilities. From May through October, Plantation’s new golf academy will be accessible by non-members. Individual or group lessons will be scheduled through the golf shop. Custom club fitting and analysis, along with entry into all of the scheduled multi-day golf schools will also be available to the public via online website registrations or directly with the professional staff in the pro shop. As the program grows in its first season, teaching professionals of international notoriety will partner with Plantation’s staff to deliver some of the best teaching and technology to this area for members in-season and the community at-large in the summer months. Plantation Golf Pro Shop direct line: 941-493-2000 Plantation’s website: plantationgcc.com
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NEW TEACHING CENTER
PLANTATION CLINICS:
Clinics focus on the fundamentals of Full Swing Pitching, Chipping, Sand Play and Putting – along with specialty topics of distance control, uneven lies, hybrid usage and much more. Clinic schedules are posted monthly on the website and the Learning Center bulletin board located in the Pro Shop’s back hallway. Please sign up for the clinics inside the Pro Shop or by phone. Class size limited to 10 $20.00 per person Monday, Wednesday & Friday Occasionally Saturday AM & PM Sessions
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We accommodate immediate showings of these or any lovely homes in our area. Available property inventory always changing. Each Community varies as to security, open to public play, amenities and financial obligations. Call us!
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AREA ACCOMMODATIONS
Hyatt Place Central Sarasota Just minutes from your golfing destination! • 42” flat-panel HDTV • Cozy Corner sofa-sleeper • Hyatt Grand Bed • Free continental breakfast • Bakery Café open 24/7 • Fitness Center open 24/7 • Free Wi-Fi
Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton hotel is centrally located to popular area attractions including the Siesta & Lido Key Beaches, Ringling Museum of Art, and over 50 private and public golf courses. Notable Sarasota-area sporting locations include McKenchie Field and Ed Smith Stadium. 950 University Parkway, Sarasota, Florida 34234
Holiday Inn Lakewood Ranch Upscale Amenities: •European style baths •Dynasty beds •Swimming pool •On-site restaurant •Meeting facilities
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Fairfield Marriott Lakewood Ranch Staying is BelievingSM
•Beautiful suites ideal for both short and long term stays •In-room high speed internet access •Complimentary Continental breakfast
Welcome to the Award Winning
6231 Lake Osprey Drive, Sarasota, Florida 34240
Fairfield Inn & Suites at Lakewood Ranch. Located between Sarasota and Bradenton just minutes from the beautiful Gulf Beaches. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, the staff is dedicated to providing you with the ultimate level of service, comfort, and cleanliness. All of the wonderful amenities you would expect to find with Marriott.
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Holiday Inn Lakewood Ranch is a unique retreat in the heart of Sarasota’s fashionable Lakewood Ranch community. With lavish amenities, fabulous services and a choice location overlooking Lake Osprey, it’s no wonder it has been ranked the #1 Full Service North America Hotel by Intercontinental Hotel Group.
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