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July 2010 • Vol. 1 - No. 4 Sunset on the 9th Hole – Royal Lakes LWRCC
Welcome Golfers! Play Golf Sarasota Magazine is the Florida Suncoast’s only upscale, full-color, 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
15112 21st Ave E., Bradenton, FL 34212 OUR TEAM Publisher & Editor in Chief - Mark Bruce Pres. of Concierge Services - Tony Panico Publication Design - The Driggs Company Production Assistant - Elsa Holderness Website Design - Creative Heads Inc. V.P. of Sales - Heidi Weiler Real Estate Relations - Matt Schulz CONTACT US Advertising Partnerships 941-400-7566 Concierge Services 941-993-7844 On the Web – www.playgolfsarasota.com E-mail – info@playgolfsarasota.com
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Private Clubs Feature Course - Royal Lakes at Lakewood Ranch G. & C. C. SWCPGA News, Junior Golf, Tournament Scene Area Courses Dining & 19th Hole – 50 Local Restaurant Ratings Suncoast Living with Neal Communities Health & Wellness – Better Balance from the Ground Up
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Florida’s Suncoast has some of the best Private Clubs, Golf Communities, and Area Courses in the country. Choosing what Club to join, community in which to live, or where to play your next vacation round are all important decisions. Our golf course partners have consistently proven that they provide the highest quality golf and service experience the area has to offer. Pairing golfers with the right environment to suit their permanent lifestyle needs or creating the best golf vacation experience for visitors is our daily commitment. COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES INCLUDE: PRIVATE CLUB PREVIEW TOURS – Choosing the right Club is a critical decision. Our professional staff takes the time to learn about our customer’s expectations, desires, social background, and budget to guide them to the most comfortable Club environment that fits their lifestyle. DAILY TEE TIME BOOKING – Whether you live here full-time or are just visiting the area, our professionals can book one or multiple tee times to suit your needs. Our golf course partners provide PLAY GOLF SARASOTA unparalleled access and superior service.
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TOURNAMENT & EVENT SERVICES – Planning a corporate or charity event, put our PGA Professionals to work for you. Site negotiations, promotion, fund-raising, and coordination. No event is too big or small. DINING RECOMMENDATIONS & RESERVATIONS – Nothing beats a great meal after a day of golf. Our restaurant partners are all “home grown” long-standing eatery’s that consistently win local awards for service and food quality. GOLF HEALTH & WELLNESS – Area connections to the best fitness training experts, physical and massage therapists, and spa services, all whom have an understanding of the golf swing and the rigorous toll it takes on the body. PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION & CLUB FITTING – Our PGA Professional teaching, training, and club fitting partners all have an area of expertise that can improve your game.
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Designed by a hand surgeon: The hand is the most complicated part of the human anatomy. And it’s the only part of the body that comes in contact with the golf club. This is why Bionic is the only golf glove designed by an orthopedic hand surgeon.
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Welcome to Paradise. You’ve Earned It! Sarasota/Bradenton is home to some of Florida’s best golf courses as well as some of its most renowned communities and locations. Whether you’re looking for a Longboat Key water-front estate, a downtown condo, or a home in the Lakewood Ranch Country Club, Glenn Rausch will DRIVE you to your new home destination!
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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Royal Lakes
FEATURE
Club Royal Lakes was designed with all skill levels in mind to be more forgiving, yet, it is quite challenging for the most skilled players measuring 7,320 yards from the Championship tees.
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ROYAL LAKES AT LAKEWOOD RANCH GOLF & COUNTRY LAKEWOOD RANCH GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB INTRODUCES ROYAL LAKES by Mark Bruce, PGA Professional Play Golf Sarasota – Editor in Chief
Royal Lakes at Country Club East is an 18-hole championship course designed by Rick Robbins in a modified links style. This golf course is located east of Lorraine Road and adjacent to The Ritz-Carlton Members Club and the Lake Club, which is where you will find some of the largest and most beautiful homes in southwest Florida. Royal Lakes is the third of three private courses at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club. The long term plan for Country Club East is to build another clubhouse along with a fourth golf course and a state-of-the-art learning center with practice holes and a practice facility. Other than the links style design, features that make Royal Lakes a unique and fun golf course are the incredible condition of the greens, fairways and tees. Also, every hole can be played as a par 3, called the short course, and is a great place to learn the game at any age. At 1,898 yards, it is fun to play the course as a par 3 with young children or beginners. It has become a tradition to play our “Masters Par 3” event there every April when they are playing in Augusta on the Wednesday before the tournament. The golf course is very long from the Champion tees at 7,339 and very manageable with few forced carries from the Forward tees at 5,260 which are rated for both men and women. Other unique features are 2 large double greens averaging over 25,000 square feet. The par 3 seventh hole and par 5 second hole share a large green and the ninth and eighteenth holes finish on a very large green that wrap around one of the largest lakes on property to finish below the site of the future clubhouse. Like many of the famous old courses, there is a lot of sand but no formal bunkers. All the sand is played as “through the green.” The variety of native grasses and wildflowers along with the many large lakes and wetlands that surround the course make it great for both golf and home sites. In general, the 3 courses offer a great golf experience for all levels of golfers with outstanding service and playing conditions. Families are an important part of the programming at the Club. Activities like the Easter Egg Hunt, Father-Daughter Dance, Outdoor Movie Night and Family Fun Night Bingo are just a few of the many events that offer entertainment and relaxation for all members of the family. Top quality child care is available during most events. Adults enjoy Learn to Dance lessons, Wine Tastings, Trivia Challenges, themed parties and much more. As new residents move into Country Club East, new facilities will be added. There are plans for a resort pool with lazy river and tower slide, tennis courts, children’s play area, fitness center and day spa, and a more casual clubhouse than the Country Club clubhouse, giving members more options for dining experiences. Award-winning Lakewood Ranch is a master-planned community encompassing all aspects of a vibrant community. The seven residential villages at Lakewood Ranch feature pristine landscaping and panoramic views of the interconnected lakes. The preserved wetlands and woodlands weave throughout the neighborhoods to present nature at its very best. If the golf course lifestyle is your dream, The Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club can make those dreams come true. Here, there are endless opportunities to truly enjoy the nature of Florida Golf living. Just outside the gates of the two country club neighborhoods are the kind of amenities that make Lakewood Ranch such a desirable place to live and work: you never have to go far to play! From polo to parks to world-class dining, to amazing shopping, they’re all within minutes of your front door. 10 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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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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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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A Testament to Unwavering Quality
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 worldrenowned and Zagat-acclaimed restaurateur 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
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 34202-4604 (941) 322-1922 | www.theconcession.com The Concession Clubhouse PlayGolfSarasota.com
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Coral Creek Club
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! 16 PlayGolfSarasota.com
• 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 PlayGolfSarasota.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 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. 22 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
Slope 147 138 129 118/131 128
HERON COURSE 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
301 Mac Ewen Drive Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 966-2161 www.theoaksclub.com Course Architects - Arthur Hills & Willard Byrd General Manager/COO - Victor Balcom II, CCM PGA Master Professional - Tim Beckwith For membership information please call 941-966-9764
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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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Celebrating 25 Years as One of the Premier Private Clubs in the Sarasota / Bradenton Area
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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PAR 72 Yards C.R.
Slope
Gold Blue White Black Green Red
136 130 124 124 M111/L126 120
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
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 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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Sara Bay Country Club Est. 1926
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 7011
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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 St. 7011 Willow Street, Sarasota, Florida 34243
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 parklike 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.
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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
For Membership information call 941-922-2800. Take Beneva Road to light at Palmer Ranch Parkway then turn east. Follow to gated entrance on right. 4409 TPC Drive, Sarasota, Florida 34238 PlayGolfSarasota.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. 32 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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
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
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 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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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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Local Golf Professionals just keep on giving…… For years, local area PGA professionals have given back to local charities and youth sports organizations. Not only have local professionals shared their time, expertise, energy, and effort to reach out to kids about the game of golf, but they have also put their money where their mouth is, donating over $140,000 in the past 7 years to several local charities and youth programs. Primarily these funds have been raised at the Club level by professionals participating in a local Birdie-A-Thon, Golf’s version of a telethon, where professionals solicit sponsorship from members, customers, friends and family for each birdie they make in a round of golf or maybe even a day-long golf marathon. The Birdie-A-Thon program has been successful and the Chapter intends to continue it for years to come. Recently two area PGA Professionals and SWC-PGA Members, Mark Bruce and Tony Panico, developed another way for the local chapter to reach out to kids playing other sports such as soccer, baseball, basketball, and football. “As PGA Professionals, we are always trying to build bridges for people, seeking to engage them in the game of golf”, says Mark Bruce, co-founder of The PAR 5 Club, a new lifestyle and entertainment membership program that promotes local golf in conjunction with restaurants, area professional services, personal services, and entertainment. Annual membership in the program is only $55.00 and members get online access to special promotions and savings being offered by the vast array of businesses involved, golf and otherwise. The PAR 5 Club also has a fundraising component to it that allows local sports and philanthropic organizations to keep a healthy portion (30%) of the proceeds collected in a well coordinated PAR 5 Club “membership sales” campaign. “Working with kids that play other sports or who have never played golf is the perfect fit”, says Panico, “If we, as PGA Professionals can give these kids a vehicle to raise the necessary funds for their current sporting interests, the odds are good that down the road they will connect the dots, realizing that golf and local PGA pros helped their cause”. “We know that each year Junior Golf programs will bring kids to golf”, says Bruce. “Just as important are the kids that are willing to give golf a try when their baseball, basketball, soccer and football season or career comes to an end”. For Bruce, the idea of, “letting kids know we are here”, was born out of personal experience. “I played soccer back in Ohio for six solid years. Select Soccer, Travel Team Soccer, Indoor Soccer, you name it, I played it. Soccer burnout started to set in, so during summer break in 1984 I felt the urge to try another sport. It was golf. “My dad is a golfer, and played regularly back then. I loved to drive the cart more than anything and would tag-a-long with only that on my mind. The PGA Golf Pro would always welcome me to the course and seemed eager to give me bits of info about the swing when he saw a chance. In short, he knew how to peak my interest. Since that summer I have never stopped playing golf and today I view the PAR 5 Club as a way to give back.” Membership in The PAR 5 Club gives consumers the opportunity to save money at area restaurants, golf courses, auto mechanics, car washes, and many other personal and professional services people use in everyday life. The program is all based online at www.PAR5Club.com and allows members to click and print special savings offers all year long. Panico says, “The PAR 5 Club is an all purpose vehicle. It saves consumers money on things they normally do. It gives youth sporting or charitable programs an opportunity to raise money and give their patrons lasting value, and it marries golf with all the supporting restaurants and businesses involved”. For more information, or to become a PAR 5 Club Member, visit: www.PAR5Club.com 38 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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
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JUNIOR GOLF NEWS Greater Sarasota Jr. Golf Association GSJGA online registration is now being handled by BlueGolf; Our new website became operational this week • Our summer program begins on 6/14 and runs through mid-August. • The Regular Tour (18-Hole Division) Tournament of Champions will be held this year at the Ritz-Carlton course, on August 14 & 15.
GSJGA’s Elite Junior Tour has (4) two-day ranked tournaments set up • Kingsway C.C. - July 22nd & 23rd • Lakewood Ranch C.C. - August 5th & 6th • Stoneybrook Golf Club (Sarasota) - August 12th & 13th • The Oaks C.C. - August 19th & 20th
The First Tee of Sarasota/Manatee Golf and Life Skills Classes The First Tee offers 8-week class sessions beginning in September and will be held during after-school hours, Saturday’s as well as weekdays for home-schooled students. Please visit the www.TheFirstTeeSarasotaManatee.org website for our complete calendar and for more information.
Annual Gift Card Program Gift cards make the perfect gift for any occasion and The First Tee Sarasota Manatee has a huge selection of nationally branded cards to choose! From Bonefish Grill to Borders Books, Old Navy, Gap, Starbucks and many, many more. You can support our local First Tee chapter simply by purchasing gift cards thru our website at anytime and they’ll be mailed to you in just days. It’s simple, visit: www.thefirstteesarasotamanatee.org and click the “fundraisers” page to view all offers available and make your needed purchases today. • Info on our First Tee week-long Golf & Life Skills camps ALL summer thru August. • LPGA-Girls Golf in late July to early Aug. for 3 weeks straight. • Saturday classes begin June 19 to mid Aug. but we offer an “open enrollment” (Participants can still join a class at anytime and we pro-rate all fees to make it easy). Learn more and register at: www.thefirstteesarasotamanatee.org or call (941) 993-0046 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 athletically, and become productive members of society with integrity, strong family values and commitment to community. Come join The First Tee and play the “game of a lifetime!” Friend us 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!
For reservations call 941-359-9999 www.universitypark-fl.com 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
Sue Ertl LPGA Head Teaching Professional
Summer Intermediate Golf Schools
Bill Tawney PGA Assistant Professional
Ashley Hayden PGA Head Professional
Short game: putting, chipping, pitching, bunker Full swing: irons, hybrids, fairway woods, driver Tuesday & Wednesday Mornings July 6-7 August 24-25 July 27-28 September 14-15 7671 The Park Boulevard
University Park, Florida 34201
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TOURNAMENT NEWS
Summer Tournaments at Sara Bay Country Club Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Association USGA Mid Amateur, Sectional Qualifier FSGA Mid Senior Fourball Championship Donald Ross High School Invitational FSGA One Day Event
July 19, 2010 September 5, 2010 September 11 & 12, 2010 October 4, 2010 October 12, 2010
Gavin Darbyshire, PGA Director of Membership Sales & Marketing Sara Bay Country Club www.sarabaycc.org (941) 355-7658
Est. 1926
Sara Bay Country Club
IMG Academies and the National High School Coaches Association presents “High School National Championships” Bradenton, Fl. (Jan. 14, 2010) – IMG Academies and the National High School Coaches Association has signed a deal that will help dispel the annual debate of which state produces the nation’s best athletic teams and players by creating official High School National Championships. Tournament style team championships for 7-on-7 football and lacrosse, boys’ and girls’ team tennis and golf will begin at the Bradenton based Academy in the summer 2010, with plans for possible national television coverage and expansion to national championships for 20 sports in the upcoming years. “Our parent company, IMG Worldwide, has a long history of producing athletic events and has represented an innovative force in developing college sports,” said Sam Zussman, Managing Director of IMG Academies and Senior Vice President of IMG Worldwide. “Similarly, together with the NHSCA, we are committed to developing the type and level of national championships that high school athletes deserve. At IMG Academies, we have been helping develop high school athletes for more than 30 years and have the facilities and knowledge to make these events highly successful.” Currently, the NHSCA hold championships for 7-on-7 football, weightlifting and wrestling. The NHSCA plans to organize national championships for baseball, basketball, cross country, hockey, soccer, track and field, and other sports in upcoming years.
About the National High School Coaches Association Founded in 1989, the NHSCA is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 service organization providing support and leadership programs for the nation’s 500,000 high school coaches and 10 million high school athletes. Contact Dan Tierney or Jim Jennings to learn more. Dan Tierney IMG Academies dan.tierney@imgworld.com 941.752.2514
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Jim Jennings Waterbucket Media jjennings@waterbucketmedia.com
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
JACK NICKLAUS VISITS THE CONCESSION GOLF CLUB by Mark Bruce, PGA Professional Play Golf Sarasota – Editor in Chief
When Jack Nicklaus visited The Concession Golf Club on March 31, he humored the crowd of media and members with lighthearted jokes, mostly directed at himself – he quipped a time or two about growing older – and explained the purpose of his visit, which was to take a fresh look at the course to see what could be done to make an extraordinary course even better.
Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin
“It’s a little like building your dream house,” noted Bruce Cassidy, owner of The Concession Golf Club. “Although it is great, there are always a few things you want to change once you start living there to make it even better.” Nicklaus agreed. “I think that you can make anything good better, and that’s what we’d like to do,” he said. “We want the golf course to be playable for the people who want to play it. Not everyone is a single digit handicap.” When Nicklaus arrived, he played 18 holes with Tony Jacklin, Bruce Cassidy, Chris Cochran (Jack’s lead course designer at The Concession), and Superintendent Terry Kennelly. Nicklaus and Jacklin took a close look at each hole to determine potential improvements. Nicklaus later recapped those changes during a press conference for members and media. Most of the proposed changes consisted of adding a few new tees, expanding tee shot landing areas, and slightly modifying the greens to make them more player-friendly. Nicklaus clarified to the crowd at the press conference that it is not his intention to make the course easy, but simply to make it more forgiving. “I didn’t find the golf course all that difficult,” noted Nicklaus in a subsequent interview, “but also, you know, not everyone’s gonna play like I do I guess.” When asked if he was nervous to play with Nicklaus, Mr. Cassidy responded, “Surprisingly I was not nervous, because playing with Jack was like playing with any of the members. He was just one of the guys. A lot of joking and laughter took place while taking a serious look at each hole. It was a very special day for me to play with Jack and Tony – two of the all-time greats of the sport.” During the late afternoon press conference, Nicklaus opened up the floor for questions and graciously posed for pictures with members. Members and media then stayed for a social hour in honor of the day.
Bruce Cassidy, Sr., Jack Nicklaus and Terry Kennelly
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Near the close of the day, Nicklaus reminded the crowd of his commitment to The Concession. “I feel that I’m connected here by the hip, and I want to stay that way. I want to make sure at this golf course that if they ever have a problem, all they have to do is let us know, and we will be here.”
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 Located in the desirable neighborhood of St. James Park. This home has fabulous curb appeal, surrounded by mature landscaping, a wonderful wrought iron gated entry that leads you to double etched glass doors and once inside, provides views of the golf course and beyond. This oversized lot, 1/3 acre, is situated on the 8th fairway and will captivate you with serene views. Offered at $549,900
LINDA DRIGGS
LAUREL OAK ESTATES Nestled among majestic oaks and surrounded by lush landscaping, this executive home blends informal sophistication with a casual way of life. With over 4,400 sq. ft. this home has many custom features throughout the flowing floor plan. Beautiful decorative ceilings, art niches and accent walls, gas fireplace and extensive use of crown molding reflect the great craftsmanship in the design of this custom home. Offered at $849,000
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PAR 5 / 517 Yards
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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 NOW TO RESERVE A TEE TIME
941-496-4653 EXT. 221 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 48 PlayGolfSarasota.com
Meadows Gold 3606 Blue 3350 White 3114 Black 2840 Green 2655 Red 2629
Preserve Hatchett Creek 3576 3433 3285 3192 2938 2966 2729 2569 2563 2569 2310 2446
Course Architect – Ted McAnlis PGA General Manager – Tom Weaver PGA Golf Professional – Bill Neal www.pelicanpointeclub.com
MISTY CREEK COUNTRY CLUB
An Exceptional Sarasota Golfing Experience
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941-921-5258
PAR 72 Gold Blue White Green Red
Yardage 6895 6384 6007 5357 5208
Detailed Information: www.mistycreek.net 941-922-2188 info@mistycreek.net
C.R. 73.3 70.9 68.9 66.4 70.6
Slope 137 125 115 109 123
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速 turf-grass greens in the area.
On Bee Ridge Extension, 3.5 miles east of I-75, exit 207 8954 Misty Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida 34241 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB
Award-Winning Golf
Most sought after tee times in town! Rated four stars by Golf Digest since 1996 and Sarasota Magazine’s “Best Golf Course” for 17 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. Make your next golf event memorable at University Park Country Club!
CALL NOW TO RESERVE A TEE TIME
941-359-9999
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 50 PlayGolfSarasota.com
PAR 72 Diamond Emerald Platinum Ruby Bronze
1+10 7001 6446 6095 5338 4875
10+19 7152 6612 6223 5456 4949
Course Architect – Ron Garl General Manager – Laurie Evans PGA Head Pro – Ashley Hayden www.universitypark-fl.com
19+1 7247 6716 6174 5432 4862
IMG ACADEMIES GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
IMG Academies Golf & Country Club is Now Semi-Private!
CALL NOW TO RESERVE A TEE TIME
941-758-1464
Dining Reservations Membership Inquiries Special Events IMG Academies 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 PGA Golf Professional – Joseph Rassett Assistant Golf Professional – Mark Lemond www.imggcc.com www.imgacademies.com
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.
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 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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RIVERWOOD GOLF CLUB
Our Southwest Florida Course Outclasses The Competition
CALL NOW TO RESERVE A TEE TIME
941-764-6661
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 as 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.
I-75 to exit 179, Toledo Blade Blvd., head west to SR776, turn right, ahead 3 miles. 4100 Riverwood Drive, Port Charlotte, Florida 33953 52 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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
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 – Chris Trottier Membership Director – Danielle Hallman www.heron-creek.com
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 NOW TO RESERVE A TEE TIME
941-423-6955
Entry off South Sumter Boulevard between US41 & I-75, Exit 182 5301 Heron Creek Blvd., North Port, Florida 34287 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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WATERLEFE GOLF & RIVER CLUB
Discover the Ultimate Golf & River Address
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941-744-9771
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.
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 54 PlayGolfSarasota.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 – Steve Dietz, II www.waterlefegolf.com
RIVER STRAND GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
27-Holes of Championship Golf Designed by Arthur Hills
CALL NOW TO RESERVE A TEE TIME
941-708-3617
TEES Gold Blue White Green Red
Tributary Par 36
Estuary Par 36
Sanctuary 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
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!
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 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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BOBCAT TRAIL GOLF CLUB
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.
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941-429-0500 From I-75, Take exit 179, continue on Toledo Blade, Bobcat Trail Golf Club on left. 1350 Bobcat Trail, North Port, Florida 34286 56 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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 – Gregg Miller Golf Professional – Bruce Harris www.bobcattrailgc.com
LEGACY GOLF CLUB AT LAKEWOOD RANCH
An Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course
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
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.
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941-907-7067
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
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SARASOTA NATIONAL
Troon Golf in Venice
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941-496-4676
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.
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PAR 72 Black Gold Silver Jade
Yardage 7344 6559 6034 5069
C.R. Slope 75.2 136 71.9 129 69.5 121 W-74.9 130 W-69.1 117
PGA Golf Professional – Mark Trotter www.sarasotanational.com
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A Passion for Golf!
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PAR 72 Tee #1 Tee #2 Tee #3 Tee #4 Tee #5 Tee #6
Yardage 7138 6613 6407 6100 5706 5200
C.R. Slope 75.2 142 72.5 132 71.4 129 70.2 126 68.2 / 73.1 118/ 128 W- 71.1 120
PGA General Manager – J.B. Belknap PGA Golf Professional – Jimmy Karr Course Designer – Ron Garl www.kingswaycountryclub.com
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.
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Whether you are popping in after a round of golf for a cold beer at the bar, or enjoying a meal with the family, you will be sure to enjoy the atmosphere of Sarasota’s only authentic Scottish golfthemed bar and restaurant. The winning combination of a warm and welcoming ambiance, fantastic menu and a great daily happy hour will ensure MacAllisters will be your favorite 19th hole. 8110 LAKEWOOD MAIN STREET LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL 34202 941.359.2424 WWW.MACALLISTERS.COM
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 entrées under $20 handcrafted gourmet pizzas
Memories are being served at
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 At Caragiulos, the food speaks for itself. Using the finest ingredients, Caragiulos has served easy- going, inventive Italian-American comfort food since 1989. The bread is baked on the premises each morning. The mozzarella is made fresh. The biscotti is still baked by Mrs. Caragiulo herself. Eating here is more like a gathering in the home of a good friend... comfortable… & memorable.
69 S. Palm Avenue, Sarasota
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g n i c u d o r t In 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
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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 11:30 am – 11:00 pm
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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 daily at 11 am for lunch, 4 till 10 for dinner window into the romantic past – cozy, classy, and fun. Celebrating twenty years of success as one of Florida’s most popular restaurants.
and till 11 on Friday and Saturday. From all of us at Hemingway’s Retreat, ENJOY. PlayGolfSarasota.com
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AFTER YOUR ROUND - DINING & 19TH HOLE Bill is an affluent diner and loves to write about his dining experiences. He is retired and is a member at The Concession Golf Club in Bradenton. He lives with his lovely wife, Rebecca, in Sarasota and Boca Grande. Mr. Tompkins independently rated these fifty (50) area restaurants.
SARASOTA’S
BEST
“Sarasota is, in my opinion, a uniquely delightful and charming city. Per capita, it probably offers more quality-of-life features than any other place in the U.S. In addition to its awesome beauty, pristine beaches and bays and great weather, its other endearing aspects include several outstanding golf courses, nine live theatres, a superb art museum, a very good symphony orchestra, a world-class opera and the fifty fine restaurants listed in this review”. “This review is based upon my own dining experiences as well as input from my wife and several of our food-savvy friends. I made every effort to be complete unbiased and honest. Of course, any restaurant review is necessarily somewhat subjective. Several aspects of a dining experience are matters of taste, opinion and a comparison (to other restaurants) data base. While I hope this review will be helpful to all in selecting future restaurants, there undoubtedly will be some disagreement.” - Bill Tompkins Rating Formula: In an attempt to be as objective as possible, points were assigned to each restaurant in four categories.
RESTAURANTS
1. Consistent food quality. Finest fresh ingredients that were properly cooked (or prepared), seasoned and presented. Each restaurant rated on a 12-scale, with a 12 being truly excellent, 5, 6, or 7 being moderate or average (or good, but inconsistent) and a 1 or 2 for poor. 2. Pricing. Each rated on a scale on an 8-scale, with an 8 being very inexpensive, 4 or 5 being moderately priced, and a 1 for being overpriced. by Bill Tompkins 3. Service and Ambience. Each rated on an 8-scale with a maximum of a 4 for service and the same for ambience. High ratings resulted from service that was friendly, responsive, prompt, accurate, unpretentious, and appropriate This applies not only to the server, but to all restaurant personnel encountered, including the person who answers the phone. Ambience ratings were based upon the attractiveness of the décor, furnishings, art, view, setting & design, the quality of the silverware, glassware, and cloth napkins and tablecloth, the lack of noise, the absence of commercial products on table and an overall warm, inviting atmosphere. Fresh flowers always is a nice touch also… 4. Wine List and Bar. Each rated on a 6-scale with a maximum 4 for the wine selection and a 2 for the bar. Highest wine rating resulted from a large and diversified selection of domestic and imported fine wines, plus a knowledgeable person available to offer recommendations when requested. Top bar ratings resulted from full, well stocked bars with skilled and knowledgeable bartenders.
2 0 1 0
Although the combined maximum point total for all categories is a 34, such a rating would be impossible. No restaurant could stay in business if it achieved very high scores in categories A, C, & D unless it had a rather low score in category B. Practically, the highest possible rating would probably be a 30, but 29’s and 30’s should be an extreme rarity. For considering overall value, I suggest that the restaurant ratings be viewed as follows: • 26 & higher • 20 – 22
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Excellent Good
• 23 – 25 • 17 – 19
Very Good Above average
All restaurants ranked in the top five received superb food quality ratings. All ranked in the top dozen rated superior on service and very good on wine selection. The highest ambience ratings went to Euphemia Haye, Bijou Café (especially in the bar), Fleming’s, Hyde Park, Ruth’s Chris, Pattigeorge’s, Polo Grill, Colony, Chart House and Verona. RANK RESTAURANT 1 Michael’s On East 2 Euphemia Haye 3 Andrea’s Bijou Café Maison Blanche 6 Derek’s Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 10 Divino’s Pattigeorge’s Polo Grill and Bar 13 Barnacle Bill’s Seafood Café L’ Europe Caragiulos Colony Dining Room Morels Sam Snead’s Tavern 19 Chart House Crab and Fin Harry’s Continental Kitchen Mozaic Selva Grill 24 Aristo Bonefish Grill Roy’s Verona
RATING 28 27 26 26 26 25 25 25 25 24 24 24 23 23 23 23 23 23 22 22 22 22 22 21 21 21 21
RANK RESTAURANT 28 Café Amici Galileo Libby’s Le Colonne Mediterraneo Owen’s Fish Camp Pino’s Stonewood Grill & Tavern 36 Café Epicure First Street Chop House Hemingway’s Retreat LeRoy Selmon’s Moore’s Stone Crab Outback Steakhouse Tropical Thai 43 Braza’s Café Baci Columbia Etrusco MacAllister’s Grill & Tavern 48 Cevíche Marina Jack Taste of Asia
RATING 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 18 18 18 18 18 17 17 17
This review excludes restaurants located in Anna Marie Island, Siesta Key, Osprey, Venice, and all of Charlotte County. The only parts of Manatee County included are Lakewood Ranch and the northern half of Longboat Key. Private Country Clubs were also excluded. Were it not for these exclusions, there would have been a 3-way tie for number one. Each of Sean Murphy’s splendid creations, The Beach Bistro and The Bistro at The Concession Club, would have received a 28 rating. Certain specialty restaurants were not rated but worthy of mention. The saloon food at The Sports Page, Evie’s Pizzeria & Tavern and Patrick’s Sports Bar is terrific. The delicious, honest food at Sarasota’s Amish places enhances Sarasota’s overall food culture. For example, Yoders serves the best southern breakfast in town as well as the best homemade pies. Bill & Rebecca Tompkins Dining Connoisseurs PlayGolfSarasota.com
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Lakewood Ranch and Country Club East – “No sign of slowing down” It seems like only a few years ago that the option of traveling east off I-75 on University Blvd. did not exist. As we all know, time does fly, and it has been more than a few years ago that Lakewood Ranch launched its’ unbelievable MasterPlanned Community. In short order it has become a whole new city. “The Ranch” continues to expand with new residential offerings and a recent visit to the new Country Club East development, located off of Lorraine Rd. definitely tells me that new construction housing sales are on the rise inside the gates of Country Club East.
The award-winning Wyndham IV by Neal Communities, located in the neighborhood of Greystone in The Country Club At Lakewood Ranch.
The Country Club and Country Club East (CCE) are gated residential villages, offering a variety of lifestyles with Single-family homes ranging from full-maintenance condos to detached villas with maintenance-included lawn service to grand scale estate residences. CCE will feature about 904 units developed around 18 holes of golf. Future expansion and a second golf course are also planned for the future. All lots in CCE will include a Bronze membership that includes dining and pool privileges in Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club. Residents of CCE will have access to several community pools, one open now in the Hazeltine neighborhood, and another beach style resort pool with beach tennis and an indoor recreation space are planned to open in 2011. A nice park just outside the gates and next to Willis Elementary is also planned. Homes in the Country Club village enjoy dramatic landscapes, preserves and hundreds of species of native wildlife built around the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, with 3 private 18-hole championship courses, Cypress Links, King’s Dunes and now Royal Lakes. The original 2 courses located at the clubhouse in The Country Club Village were designed by Arnold Palmer and are recognized by Audubon International for their environmentally-friendly practices. Royal Lakes at Country Club East is an 18-hole championship course designed by Rick Robbins in a modified links style. As a part of the official “Green” designation of Lakewood Ranch, all homes will be built to Florida Green Building Coalition standards. This means they will meet rigorous specifications for energy efficiency, clean indoor air, sustainability and drought-tolerant landscaping. Reservations are now accepted for homes and home sites. It should be mentioned that you don’t have to live here to play here! Membership at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club is open to non-residents. A 60-day “Get Acquainted” Membership is an ideal way to see if this is the right fit for you and your family. Plus, an executive membership in the Platinum and Gold categories includes deposit payment plans and reduced dues for those under age 45. 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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How’s
YOUR Foot
Wedge?
By Sean Griffin
Turn the front foot towards the target to increase distance. Lift the front heal to facilitate a complete backswing. Move the ball back in the stance, closer to the back foot to hit the ball lower and up, closer to the front foot to hit it higher. Story continued on page 78
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These are all fairly simple things a golfer might concentrate on to hit the golf shot they want. While not complicated swing thoughts, there is one very complicated characteristic they have in common. The feet. Consider that the structure of the foot and ankle involves 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than a hundred muscles, tendons and ligaments. There aren’t many adjustments a golfer makes with these anatomical masterpieces, and as demonstrated above, none are all that drastic either. However, the health of your feet can have a significant effect on your ability to play the game. Dr. Amy Palladino operates A.L.P. Chiropractic & Orthotic Center in Sarasota and says 50% - 70% of her patients are golfers, and those that come to her with foot injuries see a direct correlation to their scoring. “The majority of the golfers that I see have found that a good foundation has contributed to good scoring,” Palladino said. “Without a good solid foundation every muscle in the body has to work that much harder to accomplish a specific movement such as a powerful and controlled weight shift in the golf swing.” When you consider the astounding amount of stress that feet endure on a daily basis, it’s not hard to understand why golfers and non-golfers alike end up with a weakened base. With every step, you put three to five times your body weight on your foot and when running, it’s five to ten times. Not only that, but as Mackenzie Jones, co-owner of Fleet Feet Sports in Sarasota explained, the human foot was designed to traverse three dimensional surfaces and therefore have three points of contact. Jones expanded saying, “The natural terrain they walked and trees or hills they climbed provided early humans’ feet a fourth point of contact, but today, walking or running on flat streets and sidewalks is like putting hundreds of pounds on a three legged table.” What’s more, foot discomfort and injury can have a detrimental effect on the entire body. “The majority of the time people don’t connect that their back problem could have something to do with their feet,” Jones said. “You’re feet flatten out over time and if the foot isn’t supported a bad angle can develop in your ankle which transfers all the way to your knees, hips and back.” These problems are especially common in Florida where people wear sandals and flip flops regularly. “That’s the worst thing you can wear for your feet,” Jones said. Continued on page 80
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That brings us to the question of what to do if you’re experiencing foot pain. At home, Dr. Palladino said you can roll the bottom your foot back and forth over a frozen water bottle or tennis ball. This effectively stretches and soothes the muscles on the bottom of the foot. However, the continuous pounding feet take makes it very difficult to get more than temporary relief with home remedies. To actually solve foot problems, professional attention is the best option. Dr. Palladino and Ms. Jones provide two of the elite foot services in Sarasota. Their products and services can relieve pain and get your game working in full swing whether it’s golfing the area’s many elite courses, running the Ringling Bridge or any other activity. Dr. Palladino knows Sarasota and the most common ailments of its residents and visitors well. She’s never practiced anywhere else. “After I graduated, I made a pros and cons list comparing the places I wanted to live,” Palladino recalls. “It was between Boston and Sarasota. When I got to golf, I put the list away because Sarasota was the winner.” In her 19 years here, Dr. Palladino has not only treated patients in her office, buy also has extensive experience casting, evaluating and manufacturing custom foot orthotics for weekend warriors and professional athletes alike. “Each foot is different in some way,” Palladino explained. “People on their feet all day, high impact runners and athletes, those with hip and knee replacements can all benefit. A custom orthotic is made specifically for each foot for each patient makes the best combination of support and balance.” Ms. Jones caters to the Sarasota area’s runner and walker, of which there is a vast crossover with golfers. “Sarasota is so active, it’s really fun,” Jones exclaimed. “A lot of our customers are over 60 and they are running marathons. You don’t get much of that in the Midwest [Jones is from Ohio].” She and her team at Fleet Feet Sports use their Fit Process to measure, weigh, and analyze your foot to detailed specifications. They even take video of customers on a treadmill to breakdown their gait and find the best shoe for each individual’s needs. What’s even better about the service is that it doesn’t cost any extra, “It’s just what we do,” Jones said. Fleet Feet Sports is located just south of downtown Sarasota, west of the Trail in Southside Village on South Osprey Avenue. They are open seven days a week and can be reached at (941) 894-3338 or FleetFeetSarasota.com. Dr. Palladino practices at the A.L.P. Chiropractic & Orthotic Center on Clark Rd. You can visit alpchiropractic.com to learn more about her services or call (941) 927-2715. 80 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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Grip, Check Your Stance, Align… And Read This Before you Swing by Gennady Gekht, M.D. Neurologist, Pain Expert - Coastal Orthopedics Sarasota, Florida While many people consider golf a low-level physical activity, there is a potential risk of suffering serious injuries. For golfers, a chance of winning a U.S. Open is over one in a billion, but the chance of developing back pain is better than one in two. Unfortunately, at least 50% percent of all people over the age of 50 will report having had some back pain at least once in their lives and this number is even higher in those who play golf. No matter what kind of pain a golfer has, a slow and consistent approach to prevention is a must. First, it is important to develop an ergonomic swing. It will help with control, distance and lessen stress on your joints and spine. Second, pregame warm-up is essential. Take time before you begin, to stretch. This is one of the most important steps to avoiding injury. Gentle back and neck stretching will allow for warming up of the joints and ligaments. It will also allow for muscle memory to take over your swing mechanics, thus avoiding awkward swings and “bump-and-runs,” which can put undue stress on your lower back. Start your training session on the practice range with the club with which you are most comfortable, and swing at 25-50% of force capacity until you feel that you are maximally warmed up. Another preventative measure is to strengthen the forearm muscles when you’re off the course. One easy way to do this is to squeeze a tennis ball five minutes a day. You can also use a lightweight dumbbell, lowering the weight to the end of your fingers and then curling the weight back into your palm. Do this ten times on each hand and then do wrist curls as well. Lastly, for those with chronic or intermittent back pain, lumbar stabilization and trunk strengthening exercises are vital. Poor flexibility and muscle strength can cause minor strains that lead to more severe injuries. If you’re looking for some easy exercises to help strengthen your back muscles, try these suggestions from the American Society of Orthopedics: 1. Firmly tie the ends of rubber exercise tubing. Place it around an object that is shoulder height (like a door hinge). Standing with your arms straight out in front of you, grasp the tubing and slowly pull it toward your chest. Release slowly. Perform three sets of 10 repetitions, at least three times a week. 2. With the rubber tubing still around the door hinge, kneel and hold the tubing over your head. Pull down slowly toward your chest, bending your elbows as you lower your arms. Raise the tubing slowly over your head. Perform three sets of 10 repetitions, at least three times a week. In case of acute pain (something that starts suddenly without warning; swinging, for example) it is important to immediately stop playing. Rest, ice, and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications (if approved by your physician) may help. If the pain does not go away within the first four weeks, or if it is associated with numbness or weakness, a visit to a medical doctor may be necessary. 82 PlayGolfSarasota.com
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