Golfer's Guide Del Valley 2012 Issue 3

DEL VALLEY EDITION

GOLFER’SGUIDE 2012 Issue 3

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

Bulle Rock

Better Than Ever, Still #1 in the Mid Atlantic!

also inside: The Rose Factor: Merion to host 2013 US Open

001.CVR.indd 1

8/22/12 10:57 AM

2013 Victory Golf Pass ~ On Sale in November!

Epic Golf Savings!

SAVE BIG at Your Favorite Delaware Valley Public & Private Golf Courses and Driving Ranges + FREE Official USGA Handicap!

2013 Victory Golf Pass Book ~ The Perfect Gift for Every Golfer!

 Easy to Read DEALS & No Waiting! Play Golf When & Where You Want & Save Money Every Time!  SAVE at Favorite Courses + CART Included!  Victory Book is also a convenient Golf Course Guide  FREE GIFT! Official USGA Handicap for the 2013 Golf Season (A $30 value!) SENIOR Age 60+ Extra Savings HERO Rates for active US Military JUNIOR Under Age 18 Specials SUPER SAVER MEGA DEALS Off Season Deals Plus Range, Pro Shop, Lesson, & Restaurant Discounts!

GREAT GIFT!

Follow Us On

Play. Win. Save.

www.victorygolfpass.com • 877-VGP-5316 Pricing: $49.95 • Buy 2 or More & Save 10%! Just $44.50 each View Participating Course Deals of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland & Virginia on our Website.

Includes FREE Official 2013 USGA Handicap. A portion of proceeds benefits the Victory Hope Foundation.

www.victorygolfpass.com ~ The Winning Choice

002_Victory Golf.indd 2

8/22/12 10:59 AM

Our Reviews Say it All

Town & Country The Best Public Golf Experience in South Jersey h h h h Best Places to Play Golf Digest Best of the Best in the Garden State New Jersey Golf Magazine Top 100 Must Play Courses in NJ Golfstyles Magazine Best of South Jersey 2010 Readers of the Courier Post Best Golf Course in Salem County since 2003-2010 Salem County Chamber of Commerce

Judge for yourself... we think you’ll agree!

10

$

Cut out this coupon to receive

10

$

Bring this ad to the Proshop to receive off each $ 10 off each Green Fee, up to 4 people.

Green Fee, Not valid with any other specials.valid on top

OFF PER PERSON

daily rate.

One of the top Golf One coupon per customer. Not valid with other Course Restaurants, or special rates.

Expires 10/31/12.

Golf Outings &Signature Corporateoffers Gatherings • Practice Facility featuring 10 Burgers and our Membership Opportunities • Well-Appointed Clubhouse Homemade Crabcakes

Creekside Inn Restaurant

THE PUBLIC CLUB WITH THE PRIVATE EXPERIENCE Rte 40 • Woodstown, NJ • 1-856-769-8333

Only 15 minutes from the Commodore Barry Bridge

BOOK ONLINE AT TCGOLFLINKS.COM

003.Town and Country.indd 3

8/22/12 11:00 AM

GOLFER’SGUIDE Contents GOLFER’SGUIDE GOLFER’SGUIDE Bulle Rock Golf Club 9

Bulle Rock Golf Club Noted golf architect Pete Dye was at his best in designing Bulle Rock. One of only a few 5-star rated courses in North America, Bulle Rock has hosted the LPGA Championship and is ranked as the No. 12 Talamore 1 public course in the Mid Atlantic. With excellent conditions and amazing amenities, Bulle Rock is better than ever.

22 The Rose Factor I’m so excited about next year’s U.S. Open at Merion, I’m starting my coverage now with some in-depth historic information to whet your appetite. The golf course, the architects, past champions from Jones, to Hogan, to Trevino to Graham. The Open can’t come soon enough.

8

26 Local News Lots of holes in one, double eagles, the Player of the Year leaders and plenty of local news and activities to keep you busy this fall and winter. The golf season has just begun.

36 Travel Directory Whether it’s the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic or the Southeast, your Golfer’s Guide Travel Guide will help you save money as you plan for great golf trips and vacations. Plan ahead for this fall and the winter of 2013.

42 Map/Directory A comprehensive listing of our featured courses, golf stores, ranges and fine dining.

4

004.TOC.indd 4

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 2:54 PM

The Area’s

R E I M E R P DAILY FEE

COURSE

PRO-RATED MEMBERSHIPS FOR 2012 AND NEW 2013 MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE • 60-day advance tee time scheduling • Unlimited use of the Practice Facility • USGA handicap service • Membership tournaments • At the Rail Wine Bar & Grille discounts • 20% discount in the Pro Shop

White Clay Creek is the perfect venue for your next corporate or charity outing.

Located on the grounds of Delaware Park Casino and Racetrack.

777 Delaware Park Blvd. | Wilmington, DE 19804 | whiteclaycreek.com

Just up the road, I-95 DE Exit 4B

DP-15552 Delaware Valley Golf Guide Fall-Winter Ad 4.875x7.75.indd 1

005_WhiteClayCreek.indd 5

8/15/12 12:28 PM

8/22/12 11:01 AM

GOLFER’SGUIDE

GOLFER’SGUIDE

MARKETING SOLUTIONS

MARKETING SOLUTIONS

“America’s leading regional golf publications”

“America’s leading regional golf publications”

I

can’t take all the credit for this excellent golf year, but I did predict that 2012 would be a much better year for golfers and golf course owners. This year’s mild winter led to a very mild spring. Just the right amount of rain when needed brought about excellent course conditions from the Jersey shore to Northeast Maryland. It’s been just a tad hot this summer, but hey, no one’s perfect. The cooler winds of autumn are just around the corner, so get ready for my favorite time of the year, and lots of fall golf.

Our featured course this fall is the 5-star rated Bulle Rock Golf Club, the No. 1 ranked public golf course in Maryland. If you’ve yet to play at Bulle, do yourself a favor and get down there this fall, when the conditions will be near perfect as the weather cools. Noted architect Pete Dye designed a masterpiece, so good, it was home to the LPGA Championship for many years. The clubhouse is beautiful and you won’t want to miss out on Bulle’s delicious Chesapeake seafood specials. Bulle Rock continues to be “Better than Ever.”

My Rose Factor editorial gives you an early preview of next year’s US Open at Merion. The Hugh Wilson-designed classic course has been host to many USGA events, with golf’s greatest players rising to the challenge. Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan and Lee Trevino are among the greats who have conquered Merion’s East course. Relive some history and get ready for the 2013 US Open at Merion.

And yes, Mike Rose’s golf reports are still going strong this fall, on 975 The Fanatic, your station for golf in the Del Valley. We go till the FED EX Cup is awarded, and the Ryder Cup matches conclude. Tune in for the latest golf news and our golf contests on www.975thefanatic.com.

It’s been a great year so far, keep it going through the end of the year and into 2013. Don’t forget to check out www.rosefactor.com for 30 to 50 percent off on greens fees at great area courses. Keep in touch and I hope to see you on the tour.

Mike Rose

6

006.Publisher.indd 6

GOLFER’S GUIDE, INC. PO BOX 5926 HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29938-9790 (843) 842-7878 • Fax (843) 842-9387

STAFF

Regional Publisher: Mike Rose 1476 Holcomb Rd. Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 (215) 947-7790 mrose@golfersguide.com CEO: Marc A. Frey mfrey@golfersguide.com Managing Editor: Lance Hanlin lhanlin@golfersguide.com Production Director: Brad Kelley bkelley@golfersguide.com Contributing Editor: Sally Rose CIRCULATION 160,000 per year reaching an estimated 400,000 readers Issue 2 of 3 ANNUAL EDITIONS For subscriptions or single-copy orders, go to www.golfersguide.com/order Copyright ©2012 Golfer’s Guide, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Golf course rates are subject to change at any time. Golfer’s Guide is not responsible or liable for any errors, omissions or changes in rates or information. *Publisher’s data. If you would like to publish a Golfer’s Guide magazine with us in your home region send your resume and previous publishing samples to Golfer’s Guide, P.O. Box 5926, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938-9790, ATTN: Executive Publisher.

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 11:03 AM

007_Jawarski.indd 7

8/22/12 11:03 AM

SPECIAL FEATURES AND AMENITIES • Seasonal Permits Available • Outing & League Packages • Large Banquet Facilities • Bar & Grille / Restauant • Beverage Cart • Fully-Stocked Golf Shop • Locker Rooms & Showers • Rental Clubs• Practice Greens

400 West Sproul Rd. Springfield, Pa. 19064 610-543-9860 www.springfieldgolf.org

• Country Club Atmosphere • Voted “The Best Public Golf Course in Delaware County • Golf Outings Welcome • We’ll Plan Your Next Catered Affair • Join one of our Leagues • USGA Handicaps • Have your Clubs Re-griped, Shoes Re-spiked • Pro Shop with top equipment and attire • Enjoy Outside Seating at our Tavola Restaurant and Bar • Check out our web site for “Coupon Specials”

Par: 70 Blue White Red

STATISTICS Yards Rating Slope 6018 69.0 127 5640 67.6 123 5000 69.2 122

Visit our newly designed Web Site at

www.springfieldgolf.org

Springfield Country Club is located in Delaware County just outside the Philadelphia area and only 10 minutes from the airport. Open seven days a week, tee times may be booked up to seven days in advance. Springfield offers all the amenities and conditions of a private club and we have the expertise to make your experience a birdie putt.

Springfield’s layout challenges golfers of all skill levels, so come out and enjoy and let us take care of you.

SUE 3

008.Sprinfield.indd 8

8/22/12 11:04 AM

The Only Thing Better Than Golf is More Golf at Bulle Rock!

Maryland’s #1 Rated Golf Course

Check out our VIP Frequent Player Packages for 2012!

This critically acclaimed Pete-Dye designed course is ranked as the best public course in the Mid-Atlantic. Bulle Rock is continualy rated as one of only a few Five Star facilities in North America by Golf Digest and is recognized by all major golf publications Top 100 listings. Enjoy 235 acres of golf heaven beside the Chesapeake Bay and elevate your game on the playing field the pro’s have played. Visit our Web site or call for all details.

009.Bulle Rock.indd 9

8/22/12 11:05 AM

Harbor Pines combines the feel of a South Carolina layout with the charm of the New Jersey beaches. Enjoy World Class condi>ons and unparalleled service to make your experience one you will want to repeat >me aCer >me…..

010.HarborPines.indd 10

8/22/12 11:09 AM

PRIVATE COURSES

A Guide to the Best Private Courses in the Del Valley

Talamore’s Perfect Set of Clubs Now Includes Old York www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

011.Private CVR.indd 11

8/22/12 11:11 AM

The Perfect Set of Clubs

Welcome to the Talamore Family of Clubs

Th

In

Never before has there been a Membership like the Talamore Family offering.

Enjoy the very best in golf, Club facilities, amenities and Social activities, not to mention golf vacations to the famed Pinehurst, NC. Simply put, this is a one-of-a-kind Membership!

• • • • •

Great Membership Opportunity

P

• • • • •

Seamless Membership throughout the Talamore Family network Golf and Social Membership Plans for every lifestyle and budget Active Golf and Social Calendar at each Club NO ASSESSMENTS! Flexible Minimums

• • • • •

COUNTRY CLUB

Membership Info: (215) 641-1300, Ext. 127 www.TalamorePA.com

012-013.Talamore.indd 12

Membership Info: (610) 518-6363, Ext. 6 www.ApplecrossCCcom

Membership Info: (609) 298-3322, Option 3 www.OldYorkCCcom

8/22/12 11:12 AM

bs

s

g. t

The Area’s Premier Multi-Club Membership Jack Nicklaus

Incredible Club Facilities • • • • •

Award winning golf by Nicklaus, Palmer, Jones and Gary Player Unparalleled amenities including pools, fitness and tennis “Best in Class” Golf Practice Facilities Top 100 Golf Instruction Top notch chefs and Private Club dining

Pinehurst Golf Vacations • • • • •

Extraordinary lodging on-site at Talamore and Mid South Golf at historic venues including Pinehurst and Pine Needles Access to Award-winning designs by Mike Strantz & Coore-Crenshaw Access to the private Mid South Club - #1 Private course in Pinehurst Talamore Members receive seamless access and special lodging rates

o: on 3 om

Golf Vacation Information: Toll Free (800) 552-6292 www.TalamoreGolfResortcom

012-013.Talamore.indd 13

8/22/12 11:13 AM

Arrowhead Golf Course Douglassville, PA

Map Key 94

(610) 582-4258

A

rrowhead Golf Course is conveniently located in Douglassville, Pa., just five minutes from the intersection of routes 422 and 662 N., 20 minutes from Valley Forge.

Arrowhead is a mature and challenging public golf course with 27 meticulously maintained holes nestled in a serene woodland setting. Arrowhead’s picnic pavilion, catering and friendly service will ensure the success of your next golf outing.

3 1/2 Stars – Golf Digest 2006-2009

Kimberton Golf Club Kimberton, PA

K

Map Key 37

(610) 933-8836 wwwkimbertongolfclub.com

imberton Golf Club, located in scenic Chester County, is a George Fazio design that appeals to golfers of all abilities. Two Lakes, undulating greens, multiple tees and superb conditioning make Kimberton a treat for the novice golfer as well as a challenging test for the better player.

Kimberton’s gentle, rolling terrain is ideal for walking, which is permitted anytime.

Links, Drinks, 40 Winks

Pocono Manor is more than 36 holes of rolling fairways and manicured greens. It’s drinks at The Nineteenth Hole Restaurant, a massage at the Laurel Spa, horseback riding, fly fishing,sporting claysand a comfortable room to rest up and do it all again tommorrow.

800.233.8150 | PoconoManor.com Route 314 Pocono Manor, PA 18349

100th Year of Golf!

(1912-2012)

PRICING & SPECIALS

Regular Rates - Green Fees & Carts Mon - Fri $40 | Sat & Sun $50 TWILIGHT EVERY DAY AFTER 3pm $24 Mon - Thur: Senior Days (Over 60) $25 Tues: Ladies day $25 Wednesday: Foursome $100 Thursday: Unlimited Golf $35

BETTER GOLF LLC

14

14 Horz.Quarters.indd 14

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 11:14 AM

Make Us Your Home Club

“A Must Play!”

Junior and Senior Rates Full Practice Area and Range Golf Academy Restaurant and Bar Happy Hours Banquets and Events 1418 Woodside Road, Yardley, PA 19067 • 215-321-7000

makefieldhighlands.com

015.Makefield.indd 15

8/22/12 11:14 AM

Book Tee Times Online Online Specials

101 Back Creek Drive Middletown, DE. 19709 302-378-6499 www.backcreekgc.com • • • • • • •

Rated #1 in Delaware GOLFWEEK Top 100 Places to Play Specializing in corporate and charity events Full Restaurant and Tavern Expansive Driving Range Pro Shop/Golf Lessons/Clinics Weekday Specials for Seniors and Ladies for $30.00 with cart • Service is our Main Business 16

$

016.backcreekstonyrook.indd 16

and Beverage

Purchase w/paid Green Fee and Cart.

Expires 04/28/2013 and not valid with specials or discounts.

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley BackCreek 12_3.indd 1

5

off .00 your Food

2012 ISSUE 3 8/13/12 1:59 PM

8/22/12 11:18 AM

Pickering Valley Golf Club Phoenixville, PA (610) 933-2223

P

ickering Valley Golf Club is a friendly, family owned public golf facility, located just 45 minutes from Philadelphia in scenic Chester County. Established in 1985, the course is set in the rolling hills of an Ice Age glacier that cut through Phoenixville’s Great Valley, offering up beautiful vistas and a challenging test of golf for golfers of all skills levels. Choose Pickering Valley for your next group or company outing, great golf, affordable rates.

Visit us at: www.golfpickeringvalley.com

RATES Walk Ride Weekdays (M-F) $26 $40 Seniors $14 $28 Twilight (3 PM) $18 $32 Weekends/Holidays $35 $49 After 1 PM $30 $44 After 3 PM $20 $34 *Fri/Sat/Sun/Holidays – Tee times required, carts mandatory until 2 PM *Replays – 9 holes $10, 18 holes $20 FEATURES/AMENITIES • Outings welcome • Season golf pass • Natural turf driving range/ putting green • Lessons available • Pull carts/Rental clubs • Pro shop • 19th hole STATISTICS Par: 72 Yards Rating Slope 6535 71.1 125 6074 68.9 122 5135 65.5 117 PERSONNEL Owned and operated by the Thompson family. xxx Map Key Number

12/31/12

2012 ISSUE 3

017.Brigatineh.indd 17

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

17

8/22/12 11:22 AM

Bella Vista Golf Course Awarded 2008/2009 Best Places To Play 4-Star Rating By Golf Digest Magazine – Excellence in course playability/conditions/experience

T

he name Bella Vista, translated from Italian, means “Beautiful View,” and this course lives up to its title.

Located in Gilbertsville, Pa. (New Hanover Township), Bella Vista Golf Course offers easy access from Route 422 and the NE Extension of the PA Turnpike, making it a perfect meeting point for a wonderful day of golf. Bella Vista and the LaMassaria at Bella Vista are exceptional choices for corporate and group outings.

Gilbertsville, PA

610-705-1855 www.bellavistagc.com

RATES Walk Ride Mon-Thurs $35 $47 Seniors(60) $28 $35 After 2PM $25 $37 Friday $40 $52 Seniors $30 $42 After 2PM $35 $47 Sat/Sun/Hol $65 After 2PM $35 $47 5PM all days $20 $27 SPECIAL FEATURES/AMENITIES • Bentgrass Golf Course • Four Sets of Tees • Outings Welcome with Level Pricing Available • Award-Winning LaMassaria Banquet/Wedding Facility • New Markley Grill • Visit www.bellavistagc.com for online starting times, directions and to view the facility.

STATISTICS Par: 70 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6474 71.7 137 White 6056 69.6 134 Gold 5500 67.7 129 Red 4786 68.4 123 Map Key Number

86

Mainland Golf Course Mainland, PA

(215) 256-9548 www.mainlandgolf.com

C

entrally located in Montgomery County, just one mile from the Lansdale exit of the PA turnpike, Mainland Golf Course combines affordable golf with outstanding amenities. Mainland Golf Course is an 18-hole public course that rewards straight hitters over length, features numerous bunkers, small greens and rolling terrain.

After playing our improved par-70 layout, you’ll want to enjoy the renamed “Mainland Grille” restaurant, overlooking the 18th green. MGC features practice areas, exceptional group and outing facilities and a renewed commitment to area golfers.

Choose Mainland as your “Main Course.”

18

018.BellaVista_Mainland.indd 18

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

RATES MON-FRI Walk Ride Open - 2 p.m. $30 $41 Sr/Jr (Mon.-Thur.) $22 $33 2 - 4 p.m. $22 $33 4 p.m. - Close $18 $25 WKENDS/HOL Walk Ride Open - 11 a.m. $53 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. $31 $42 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. $26 $37 4 p.m. - Close $20 $27 SPECIAL FEATURES/AMENITIES • Internet Tee Times • Nine Minute Start Time Intervals • Call for winter rates Dec. – Feb. • Full-service restaurant • Pro Shop & Lessons • Rental Clubs Available • Groups and Outings Welcome STATISTICS Par ......................................... 70 Yardage .............................. 6146 Slope ................................... 118 Rating ................................. 68.5 41 Map Key Number

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 11:24 AM

Hickory Valley Golf Club Gilbertsville,PA

1921 Ludwig Road 610-754-7733 www.hickoryvalley.com

H

ickory Valley Golf Club offers two championship courses that are immaculately groomed with beautiful well-kept greens. When was the last time you played a round without highways or communities, just you, your buddies and Mother Nature? Now you have the opportunity to play two courses and the price is right. At Hickory Valley we offer lessons, a practice range and we can handle outings from 24 to 400. We are just minutes from King of Prussia. Call for directions… you will be glad you did. Pennsylvania’s Best 36 Holes.

RATES–PRESIDENTIAL Walk Ride Weekday Regular $35 $44 Weekday after 4 PM $24 $30 Weekday Senior(60+) $26 $32 Weekends Regular $59 $59 Weekends 11-3 PM $40 $50 Weekends Twilight - 3 PM$27 $34 RATES–AMBASSADOR Walk Ride Weekdays $28 $35 Weekdays after 4 PM $19 $24 Seniors(60+) $19 $24 Weekends Regular $45 $45 Weekends 11--3 PM $30 $37 Weekends after 3 PM $21 $26 SPECIAL FEATURES/AMENITIES •Memberships Available •Fully Stocked Pro Shop •Banquets •Outings for 24-400 •Lessons Available •36 Championship Holes - Ø Homes STATISTICS Presidential .......5271-6676 Yards Ambassador ......5058-6442 Yards Map Key Number

30

Center Square Golf Club Center Square, PA

(610) 584-5700 centersquaregolfclub.com

S

ince 1963, Center Square Golf Club has provided an outstanding, well-conditioned course to accommodate all ability levels. This Ed Ault-designed course features a rolling and hilly terrain and forces golfers to use every club in the bag. We had the honor of hosting the USGA Women’s Amateur Public Links National Championships in 1980 and 1997.

2012 ISSUE 3

019.Hickory_Center.indd 19

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

RATES Wak Ride Mon. – Thurs. $30 $45 Fridays $38 $53 S/SU/Hol. $63 Seniors $22 $35 Ladies Tues. $27 $42 Early Bird Mon.- Fri. before 8am$20 $35 Twilight [Mon.- Fri.] after 1pm $20 $35 S/SU/Hol. After 1pm $34 $49 SPECIAL FEATURES/AMENITIES • Corporate Outings Available • Champs Sports Bar • Weddings & Banquets • Practice & Locker Facilities • Men’s & Women’s Golf Assoc.

• Gift Certificates Available • PGA Instruction STATISTICS Yards Rating Slope Blue 6304 69.4 123 White 6000 67.9 119 Red 5553 71.3 115 Par: Men 71, Women 73 11 Map Key Number

19

8/22/12 12:05 PM

Neshaminy Valley GOLF CLUB

440 Almshouse Rd. • Jamison, Pa. 18929 215-343-6930 • www.neshaminygolf.com 6014 yards/par 70 he

dt

T

Neshaminy Valley Golf Club is over 6014 yards o ncer s/M long located in Jamison, llige e ck t u n B I The PA in the heart of Bucks County. One of the beautiful reasons to play the course is that it is surrounded by woods and open space. ˜ e course has the Neshaminy Creek running along side the 14th hole that has given the course its name.

We now serve Malt Liquor Beverages. You can have an outing here that includes a large tent rental on the grounds of the course. You can become a hole sponsor for 12 months for $550. that includes the custom made 2ft.x2ft. sign with all your information. te Vo

S BE

1

01

o2

ntg

Be the Ball.

Enjoy it ALL… Restaurant • Lodging Grill House & Pub

100th Anniversary

www.galenhallgc.com 645 N Galen Hall Rd. Wernersville, PA 19565 Conveniently located just minutes off PA Turnpike) 610-678-9535

Stay & Play Packages 3-day, 2 night • Weekday $290 • Weekend $330 **Unlimited greens fees for 3 days **Dinner first 2 nights **Breakfast and lunch last 2 days Also, 2 day, 1 night packages Weekday $167 • Weekend $183

FALL SPECIAL: book a stay & play package for this fall or make plans for next year and save 10%. (must book by 10/31/12) 20

020.NeshaminyValley.indd 20

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:06 PM

Spring Hollow Golf Course Spring City, PA

3350 Schuylkill Rd. 19475 (610) 948-5566 www.springhollowgolf.com

S

pring Hollow Golf Course is a challenging championship 18 hole public course in Spring City, Pa., with scenic views, dramatic elevation changes, and four sets of tees to make this course a favorite for golfers of all skill levels. Spring Hollow’s Bar & Grille is open to the public and offers outdoor dining overlooking the 18th green, a perfect place to unwind after a round of golf. There’s also a 2,500 square-foot banquet facility available for outings, fundraisers and events of all kinds.

GREAT GOLF, GREAT FOOD, COLD BEER.

RATES WALK RIDE Weekdays $26 $43 Weekends/Hol. – $52 After 2 p.m. $29 $40 Sr./Jr. Weekdays $17 $32 Ladies Day Mon. $17 $32 STATISTICS Par: 70 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6018 69.1 113 White 5823 68.2 113 Gold 5390 67.9 110 Red 4962 67.7 110 PERSONNEL Head Pro. ................... Jim Wagner Grounds Supt............. Jason Heydt FEATURES • Open All Year • Fully-Stocked Pro Shop • Banquet Facilities • Bar and Grille • Corporate & Group Outings • Chipping Green • 14-Day Advance Tee Times • Spikeless Facility • Twilight Rates and Leagues Map Key Number

88

The Club at Shannondell Audubon, PA

(610) 382-9320• (610) 382-9321 E-mail: theclub@shannondell.com dhood@shannondell.com

T

he Club at Shannondell offers 18 holes of championship golf, conveniently located just minutes from historic Valley Forge National Park. The course is player friendly and is known for its immaculate greens. The 180-seat Providence Room is ideal for weddings, meetings and banquets of all types. Open Tuesday-Sunday, enjoy lunch and dinner at Chadwick’s, where there is also outside dining overlooking the golf course and a 20seat, fully stocked bar with six flat screen TV’s.

2012 ISSUE 3

021.SpringHollow_Shannon.indd 21

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

RATES WALK RIDE Weekdays $26 $40 Weekends $35 $49 Seniors (M-F) $20 $30 “Golf ’Til You Drop” – Sun/Hol After 2pm $35 Cart Included COURSE STATISTICS Par: 70 Yards Rating Slope 70 6122 69.9 121 70 5941 68.1 120 71 5212 65.3 113 71 5068 69.5 115 SPECIAL FEATURES/AMENITIES • Senior Rates (60+) Mon–Fri • Afternoon Rates Start at 11 am • Memberships Available • Outings for 24 to 120 People • Lessons Available 23 Map Key Number

21

8/22/12 12:06 PM

The Rose Factor

By Mike Rose (with lots of help from Merion historian John Capers III)

Merion to host the 2013 U.S. Open It had been discussed, rehashed, and checked out in every way. Could Merion’s East course, and its infrastructure, be able to again host a United States Open? The course wasn’t long enough for today’s equipment and long-hitting pros. Only 120 acres, the course didn’t have enough room to hold the normal 35-45,000 everyday attendees. Where would the hospitality tents go, would there be space for all the world’s golf media? Parking is almost non-existent and the driving range is certainly inadequate.

It took a lot of work and lots of effort on the part of Merion, its members, and the USGA, but the problems have been solved and the 2013 U.S. Open will be held at Merion’s fabled East course. The course, previously 6544 yards when Merion hosted its last Open in 1981, will now play near 6995 yards, slightly longer than when the course was tested for its merit in 2005 for the US Amateur, where only a few players shot 1-under par in the qualifier. No change in the Merion acreage, so galleries will be limited to only 25-30,000 spectators each day, a slight blow to the USGA’s pocketbook. Merion’s West course will act as the driving range, locker room and eating lounge for the pros. Space is also there for the media tent.

Spectators will be bused in from various 22

022-024 Rose Factor.indd 22

locales within a few miles of the club. It’s not a perfect scenario, but to have Merion as the Open venue, it’s well worth all the slight inconveniences.

Merion’s history goes back to the 19th century, but the East course planning started in 1910, when Merion member and lifelong golfer Hugh Wilson was sent to England and Scotland, to survey the great British courses in preparation for a new Merion course. Wilson returned to Merion after seven months, with sketches and notes for this new course, which was completed in 1912, and but for a few bunkers and slight changes on the last four holes, remains the same today as it was when it opened. Noted architect William Flynn (Shinnocock Hills, Cherry Hills) was Merion’s first superintendent and worked closely with Wilson. It’s said that Flynn was probably responsible for the wicker baskets that adorn the top of Merion’s flagsticks. Those baskets remain on the flagsticks today, the only time they were not used was at the 1950 Open.

The 1916 U.S. Amateur was Merion’s first USGA event, and also the USGA debut for 14-year-old Bobby Jones, who won two matches before he was eliminated. But Jones returned in 1924 for Merion’s second Amateur, and came away with his first am win, a 9 and 8 trouncing

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:07 PM

rs III)

firing a near perfect bogey-free 67 in the fi nal round.

The U.S. Open of 2013 will certainly be different than the Opens of the past, but probably not in the scoring column.

The added increase in course length will be made up by the better technology changes in balls and equipment of today. But even those improvements won’t help the pros if they drive the ball into Merion’s brutal 4 inch rough, no first cut, thank you.

Those Merion fairways will be tightened from a previous 28 yard width, to a mere 22 yards. Green speeds will run at a quick 12+ on the Stimpmeter, and if there are dry conditions, that speed could go up to 14, very nasty, especially with those brutal Open pin positions. Here are some of the course changes to look for. On the par 5 second hole, besides the tighter fairway, a new bunker has been added, just 30 yards

Courtesy of Merion GC Archives

or

of George Von Elm. Jones returned for one more US Amateur in 1930, where he won his 13th major title, beating Gene Homans 8 and 7 to complete golf’s grand slam.

This would be Bobby Jones last competition, a feat that’s marked with a plaque next to the 11th tee at Merion East.

Merion East has hosted several Opens since the days of Jones. In 1950, Ben Hogan returned to major competition after a horrifying car crash, surprising the golf world with his amazing win at Merion, highlighted by his famous 1-iron shot at No. 18, where his par got him into a playoff where he defeated Lloyd Mangrum and George Fazio. The 1971 US Open was at Merion and featured a battle between Lee Trevino and Jack Nicklaus, with Trevino defeating Jack by three shots in a playoff.

Merion last hosted the Open in 1981, with David Graham winning the title by 3 shots,

2012 ISSUE 3

022-024 Rose Factor.indd 23

delvalley.golfersguide.com

23

8/22/12 12:08 PM

The history of Merion Golf Club lives today like no other club in the country.

Merion archives include more than 900 books in their library and more than 2,000 historic items. There are more than 7,000 digitized photographs and hard copy, and another 70,000 in digitized documents and hard copy. The club is glad to share its archive program with other clubs.

Merion’s history is rich, its East course with a tradition unmatched. The “new” Merion was tested in the 2005 U.S. Amateur and the 2009 Walker Cup and came up big. In June of 2013, the world’s best golfers will see how they will fare. I’m looking forward to it almost as much as Merion members. The ROSE FACTOR will be playing at Merion before the spring issue of GOLFER’S GUIDE and will give you a hole-by-hole recap, so you’ll see what the pros see as the U.S. Open comes to Merion East next spring. It will surely be the golf event of the year.

Courtesy of Merion GC Archives

in front of the green, so those trying to reach this hole in two may have to think twice. Hole #3, normally 195 yards from the tips, has been lengthened, and will play from 230-265 yards. The par 5 4th hole has also been lengthened to over 600 yards, probably not reachable now even for the likes of Bubba Watson and Dustin Johnson. On the short 8th hole, formerly where there was fairway on the right side, now there’s high fescue grass, very nasty, probably an iron off the tee. On #14, the tee has been set way back onto the practice putting green, next to Golf Club Road, making the tee shot extremely difficult.

On the quarry hole #16, another fairway bunker has been added, again forcing players to lay up their drives. And on the tough 500 yard par 4 #18, players must hit a very long and straight drive to find the fairway, if not, the long rough will make par very difficult, bringing double bogey into play.

24

022-024 Rose Factor.indd 24

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:08 PM

Middletown Country Club Langhorne, PA (215) 757-6953

M

iddletown Country Club is now in it’s 98th year of tradition in historic Langhorne. Operated by the Agro Golf Corporation, this classic Alex Findlay layout has played a part of our game’s historic past. You will get to walk the same fairways as names like Hogan, Player, Snead, Miller and Fazio. With a yardage just over 6,200 yards, Middletown is proof that a course can be a challenge to the better player but a pleasure to play for a new golfer. With its small undulating greens, strategically placed bunkers and water hazards, and rolling terrain, Middletown adds challenge to every shot. We offer memberships, a fully stocked golf shop, PGA golf lessons, leagues, golf outings and a summer swim club. Our banquet facility caters to special events of any kind. After your round, stop in Hackers Pub to grab a cold one and a sandwich in our new bar and grill complete with an outdoor patio and elevated deck. Visit us on the web at www.middletowncc.com.

RATES Walk Ride Weekday Non-Residents (7AM-11AM)$31 $44 Residents (7AM-11AM) $28 $38 Non-Residents (11AM-Twi.) $29 $38 Residents (11AM-Twi.) $27 $36 Seniors (60 and over) $28 $34 Twilight (Seasonal) $25 $31 Weekends/Holidays Early Bird (Open-7 AM) $40 $50 Regular N/A $50 Afternoon (12 Noon-Twi.) $35 $45 Seniors (12 Noon-Twi.) N/A $35 Twilight (Seasonal) $29 $35 SPECIAL FEATURES/AMENITIES • Open Year Round • Outings Welcome • Senior Discounts • Banquet and Catering Facilities STATISTICS Par: 69 Yards Rating Slope Black 6217 68.4 119 White 5746 66.7 116 Red 5175 64.3 107 PERSONNEL GM/Gr Supt. ... Rick Begley, GCSAA Director of Golf.... Dan Hoban, PGA 113 Map Key Number

Meadow Brook Golf Club Phoenixville, PA

(610) 933-2929 www.meadowbrookgc.com

M

eadow Brook Golf Club, located in Phoenixville Pa., is one of the most popular public golf clubs in Chester County. This 9-hole golf course, consisting of over 6,100 yards (when playing 18 holes) of exquisite fairways, manicured greens and strategically-placed bunkers, presents a challenge to golfers of all skill levels. This par-74 course has six par 5s, eight par 4s and four par 3s. Meadow Brook Golf Club is a great place to hold your golf outings. The facilities and personnel will make your next outing a wonderful and exciting experience.

Meadow Brook’s professional and friendly staff can help you and your guests with all your golfing needs.

2012 ISSUE 3

025.Middleton.indd 25

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

RATES Walk Ride Weekdays $19 $33 Seniors $17 $25 Weekday After 2 p.m. $15 $29 Weekend/Holidays $23 $37 Weekend After 1 p.m. $21 $35 Club Rental $15 Pull Carts $2 SPECIAL FEATURES/AMENITIES • Open all Year • Memberships Available • Outings Welcome • Pro Shop Specials • Golf Leagues • Snack Bar • Advanced Tee Times STATISTICS Par: 74 Yards Rating Slope White 6141 68.3 111 Red 5629 71.4 118 PERSONNEL General Manager .......Bruce Campbell Map Key Number

22

25

8/22/12 12:09 PM

GOLFER’S GUIDE NEWS

Local Golf News from around the Delaware Valley ■ Players of the Year (POY) There’s still two months left to the golf award season but here’s an idea of who the winners might be when all events are played. The Junior season is all but done as school is about to begin. The Golf Association of Philadelphia’s Junior POY looks to be Cole Berman of the Philadelphia Cricket Club, the Harry Hammond Award winner, narrowly beating Evan Thornton of Berkshire. Honorable mention goes to

2012 Issue 3

Junior Boys champion Mariano Medico of Fox Hill and Jalen Griffin of Talamore, who won the Christman Cup in record fashion, shooting 68-65. And special mention goes to Kyle Sterbinsky of Yardley, who qualified for three USGA events, the Junior Am, U.S. Am and the local qualifier for the U.S. Open.

The GAP Player of the Year and Hyndman Award winner is still up for grabs, as the U.S. Amateur and U.S. Mid Am are

Join these Delaware Valley business professionals in supporting Junior Golf. Call 215-947-7790 to place your business card in the next issue of Golfer’s Guide and support programs like THE FIRST TEE, PAL GOLF, Women Golfers Give Back and the J. Wood Platt Caddie Scholarship Trust.

26

026-028.News.indd 26

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:10 PM

still to be played. The top five contenders are all under 25, so the U.S. Amateur results should help to clarify things. Brian Colbert is in the lead thanks to his GAP Am win, with GAP Open winner Andrew Mason close behind, both playing at the Amateur at Cherry Hills. Junior stars Brandon Matthews and Ben Smith had outstanding years, Matthews winning the Patterson Cup and Smith beating pros and amateurs in taking the New Jersey Open.

Both senior and super senior titles will be determined when the GAP Senior Am takes place in mid-September at Wilmington, and the U.S. Seniors takes place in early October at Mountain Ridge in North Jersey. In the senior division, Tom Bartolacci of Saucon Valley has dominated local events, with his win at the Brewer Cup and second place at the Chapman Cup. But Tom is still a distant second to the world’s No. 1 ranked senior amateur, Chip Lutz of LedgeRock GC. Chip just returned from Wales after successfully defending his British Senior Amateur crown. The week before that, Chip played extremely well at the British Senior Open at Turnberry, where he was 18th going into the final round, thanks to a third-round 67. Locally Chip won the Wm. Hyndman Sr. Inv at HVCC, won the Warner Cup and played well at the Mid Am and GAP Am. In the Super Seniors, “rookie” Mike Rose (The Rose Factor), holds a slim lead over several players, thanks to his win at the Hyndman Super Sr., his Brewer Cup win, second place at the Warner Cup and sixth at the Chapman.

Chapman Cup winner Charles Whipple, two-time defending Super Sr. POY Charley McClaskey, and former POY Jay Howson are breathing down my neck.

The local PGA pros are having another strong year, with veteran Stu Ingraham of MGOLF in his normal top spot, way ahead in the senior race, and a close second for 2012 ISSUE 3

026-028.News.indd 27

the overall Haverford Trust PGA POY, just behind Travis Diebert of Commonwealth, and just ahead of Dave Quinn of The Links and Dave McNabb of Applebrook. The Section Championship at White Manor and the Match Play at Little Mill will determine the winners.

In local women’s amateur play, congrats go to teenager Alex Liu of Commonwealth National, winner of WGAP’s Amateur title, a great achievement and start to a very promising career.

Honorable mention goes to 64 year old Liz Haines of Merion, runner up in the Amateur, as well as winner of the Nonna Barlow, Effie Derr Robey, and member of the winning teams at the intercity Griscom Cup Matches and Merion’s Philadelphia Cup team. But my Women’s Player of the Year is 68 year old Bonnie George of Huntingdon Valley CC, proving again that age is no barrier to great golf. Bonnie shot 72 at the Ida Dixon event at Springhaven, won the Gold Key Inv. at Philmont, qualified for the WGAP Am, and recently shot 74 at French Creek to qualify for the upcoming US Senior Am at Hershey. Most impressive was Bonnie’s performance at the PA Women’s Senior at Allegheny CC. She was the 3-time defending Super Senior champ, but decided to play instead in the 50 and over division this year. Bonnie shot 74 to win the medal prize, then defeated legendary Hall of Famer Carole Semple Thompson in the semi finals, and in the finals, finished with 3 straight birdies, only to lose 1-down to Connie Shorb.

Awesome!! Good luck at Hershey, sis. n Down the Shore Congrats go to Ron Jaworski Golf on the acquisition of Blue Heron Pines, the excellent Stephen Kay design in Egg Harbor Township, a great addition to the “Jaws” portfolio of River Winds, Valleybrook and Running Deer.

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

27

8/22/12 12:10 PM

HOLE-IN-ONE REPORT Lots of great golf shots, lots of interesting stories. Start in May/June with Tommy Hyland, with two aces over a 2 week span, one at the GAP Mid Am, one at the GAP Amateur Championship. Tommy makes them when they count, now has 12 aces overall. More timely holes-in-one. 4 time GAP Junior champ Rob Galbreath, Jr., on his 21st birthday, made an ace during his quarter final match at the GAP Am, but lost on the 22nd hole to his Villanova teammate, and ultimate winner Brian Colbert. A few weeks later, Rob got his 5th overall ace at the Philmont North/South Inv., good for some serious skin money. And at Waynesborough CC, the odds were astronomical, when in a matter of 15 minutes, Rob Lidge and Dick Geroni, both made double eagle 2’s on the par 5, 15th hole. Last but not least, it goes to show you that anyone can make an ace. Harry Mayes, midday sports jock at my favorite sports station 975 FM The Fanatic, found the bottom of the 3rd hole at North Hills. Talk about dumb luck. Here are some other players that relied on skill and guile in making their holes-in-one.

NAME Clark Shaffer (age 83, 11th ace) BJ Shuler Matt Crescenzo Mitch Greenspan Dennis Vogt Harry Mayes MariAnn Hill Tommy Hyland Tommy Hyland Nick Bercute Mark Frankel Rob Galbreath, Jr. Rob Galbreath, Jr. Steve Langlois Bill O’Connor Nick Mitcho Mike Dominick Vince DiCristofaro

COURSE Moccasin Run

HOLE YARDAGE #7 153 yards

CLUB 5-iron

Pitman GC Philmont(N) Meadowlands Pitman GC North Hills Pitman GC Ches. Valley HVCC Pitman GC Meadowlands HVCC Philmont(N) Pitman GC Westwood GC Pitman GC Ches. Valley Pitman GC

#14 #8 #16 #17 #3 #8 #15 #17 #17 #16 #13 #3 #17 #11 #17 #5 #17

7-iron S/wedge 7-iron 7-iron hybrid 5-hybrid 7-iron 3-hybrid PW 8-iron 6-iron 6 iron 8-iron 3-hybrid 8-iron 3-hybrid 8-iron

110 yards 115 yards 145 yards 130 yards 175 yards 130 yards 194 yards 199 yards 115 yards 140 yards 190 yards 165 yards 130 yards 190 yards 130 yards 195 yards 130 yards

Report your hole-in-one or other newsworthy golf story to Del Valley Golfer’s Guide by fax to 215-947-7790 or email to: rosefactor@aol.com. And be sure to tune into 97.5 FM The Fanatic and 950 ESPN Radio for Mike Rose’s Golf Reports each weekday during AM and PM drive time.

The reports includes local news, special features, golf tips, interviews and live golf news with Harry Mayes and Mike Missanelli from 10AM-6PM. 28

026-028.News.indd 28

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:10 PM

The Power of Golfer’s Guide on Your Smart Phone • GPS enabled golf course locator • Instant contact via telephone and course website • Course descriptions • Scorecard • Course ratings • Photo gallery • Course Videos • Coupons and specials

Vital golf course information no matter where you are or when you need it.

Free to download or view through your browser. Compatible with Android and iPhone

Available now @ m.golfersguide.com or the Google Play Store

029 mobile app.indd 29

8/22/12 12:11 PM

.COM

GOLFER’SGUIDE Golf course rating vs. slope rating Ever wonder how golf courses get their rating and slope? Find out in an online exclusive, posted on our new website, www.golfersguide.com.

Instruction: The facts on shaft flex How serious are the club companies about getting you into equipment, more specifically a shaft, that fits your game? PGA professional Andrew Rice breaks it down online.

Equipment: Meet the new Speedline Tech Driver Adams Golf has a new driver it clams can deliver up to 11 more yards of distance. Find that and all the latest gear and accessories online at www.golfersguide.com.

Follow us on

030 website ad.indd 30

Travel: Enter to win the 2013 Great Scotland Golf Giveaway Win a dream foursome, luggage, woods, irons or a year supply of golf balls in the 2013 Great Scotland Golf Giveaway. Sign up online at www.golfersguide.com.

8/22/12 12:11 PM

GOLF’S MOST TRUSTED RETAILER

Like us on Facebook

Follow us on Twitter

Catch our latest Podcast

Watch us on YouTube

SCAN AND CONNECT WITH GOLF’S MOST TRUSTED RETAILER.

VISIT US ONLINE

edwinwattsgolf.com us 800.874.0146 | int 850.244.2066

CALL CENTER OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 100% GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC

Our reputation depends on honesty and we stand behind our promise – we guarantee the authenticity of all of our merchandise, or your money back.

031-034 EdwinWatts.indd 31

PRICE MATCH GUARANTEE

We will match most competitors’ prices if they do not violate manufacturers’ price policies. The competitor must be an authorized dealer with the product in stock.

8/22/12 12:12 PM

a. PING ANSER® DRIVER

The Anser is PING’s first adjustable driver [ 8.5˚, 9.5˚, 10.5˚ & 12˚ ] RH LH [ 10.5˚ & 12˚ ] Sr #33098 $399.00

b. PING ANSER® FORGED IRONS a.

b.

Progressive set design makes it easier to launch the ball higher with the long irons and lower with the short irons [ 3-PW ] Project X or TFC 800i shaft RH LH #33108 4-PW $1269.00 STL OR GRA 3-PW $1449.00 STL OR GRA

c. 588 FORGED WEDGES

Black Pearl #32235, Satin #30055, Chrome #30054 [ 46˚, 48˚, 50˚, 52˚, 54˚, 56˚, 58˚, 60˚, 62˚ & 64˚ std bounce ] RH LH [ 54˚, 56˚, 58˚ & 60˚ high bounce ] RH [ 54˚, 56˚, 58˚ & 60˚ low bounce ] RH LH $124.99 ea after instant rebate

c. Black Pearl

c. Satin

c. Chrome

d. JPX-825™ IRONS d.

The new JPX-825 is the longest and most forgiving iron that Mizuno has ever created! [ 4-PW, GW ] RH LH #33771 4-PW, GW $699.99 STL $899.99

GRA

e. VOKEY SM4 WEDGES [ Call for availability ] RH LH Tour Chrome #29562, Black Nickel #29563, Oil Can #29564 $129.99 ea e.

Visit us online or call for a full selection of products.

edwinwattsgolf.com 031-034 EdwinWatts.indd 32

8/22/12 12:12 PM

f. R11S DRIVER

e driver

#31083 [ 9˚, 10.5˚ & 12˚ ] RH Sr [ 9˚ & 10.5˚ ] LH Sr Women #31084 [ 10.5˚ & 12˚ ] W RH $399.99 ea

g. R11™ IRONS

RONS

easier long ns aft RH LH

f.

[ 3, 4-PW, AW, SW ] RH LH Sr #29244 4-PW $612.99 STL 3 Iron, AW, SW $87.99 STL

g.

$787.99 $112.99

GRA GRA

h. AMP DRIVER #30885 [ 8.5˚, 9.5˚, 10.5˚ & 11.5˚ ] RH [ 9.5˚ & 10.5˚ ] LH Women #30923 [ 13.5˚ ] W NOW $199.99 ea

i. AMP FAIRWAY

#30887 [ 3, 4 & 5 ] RH [ 3 & 5 ] LH NOW $129.99 ea

h.

hrome

99

564

a s.

i.

j.

j. PLATINUM GPS #31694 $349.99 ea k.

k. VOICE GPS GOLF GPS #31693 Audio distance information $179.99 ea GRA

m. l.

l. HYBRID LASER-GPS

World’s first laser rangefinder and GPS in one! u Legal for tournament play u Range: 5-1000 yards/meters u Pinseeker Technology provides extreme accuracy u Over 16,000 pre-loaded North American courses #27943 $499.99 ea

1.800.874.0146 031-034 EdwinWatts.indd 33

8/22/12 12:12 PM

Visit us online or call for a full selection of golf balls

edwinwattsgolf.com 1.800.874.0146

SCAN TAG to shop our full selection of golf equipment

a. TITLEIST Pro V1® #27708 { Hi number balls #27709 } .................$47.99 dz Pro V1X™ #27710 { Hi number balls #27711 } ................$47.99 dz Velocity #31043 { Double Digit #31044 } .........................$26.99 dz NXT® Tour S #31041 { Tour S Yellow #31042 } .............$31.99 dz NXT® Tour #31040 .................................................................$31.99 dz DT® SoLo #31045 { Yellow #31046 }................................$19.99 dz

a. VELOCITY

b. BRIDGESTONE GOLF Tour B330-RXS #28260 .........................................................$44.99 dz Tour B330-RX #28259 { Yellow #28261 }........................$44.99 dz Tour B330 #28257...................................................................$44.99 dz Tour B330-S #28258 ..............................................................$44.99 dz FIX #25939 ................................................................................$19.99 dz e5 #28251..................................................................................$26.99 dz e6 #28252 { Yellow #28253 & Orange #28254 } .........$26.99 dz e7#28255 ...................................................................................$26.99 dz

b. TOUR B330-RX

c. TAYLORMADE RocketBallz™ #31158 .......................................................................... $26.99 dz Penta TP3 #31156 ............................................Buy 3 get 1 FREE $34.99 dz Penta TP5 #31157 ............................................Buy 2 get 1 FREE $45.99 dz

d. SRIXON

c. ROCKETBALLZ

Z STAR 2 .....................................................................................$44.99 dz { Pure White #28059 & Tour Yellow #28060 } Z Star XV.....................................................................................$44.99 dz { Pure White #28061 & Tour Yellow #28062 } QSTAR .........................................................................................$24.99 dz { Pure White #29188 & Tour Yellow #29189 } Z STAR SL White #31743 .....................................................$44.99 dz Z STAR SL Yellow #31744.....................................................$44.99 dz

e. CALLAWAY

d. Z STAR SL

HEX Black Tour #30718 .........................................................$45.99 dz HEX Chrome #30720..............................................................$35.99 dz Warbird® Plus #22042 ...........................................................$16.99 dz HX Diablo™ #27145 ................................................................$19.99 dz HX Diablo Tour™ #27144 .......................................................$25.99 dz Solaire Ladies #23592 ............................................................$19.99 dz

f. NIKE GOLF 20 XI-S #27499 .....................................Buy 2 get 1 FREE $45.99 dz 20 XI-X #27500......................................Buy 2 get 1 FREE $45.99 dz Power Distance .........................................................................$15.99 dz { Soft #26693, Long #26694, Women #26695 } Vapor Black #31196 ................................................................$24.99 dz

e. HEX BLACK TOUR

g. WILSON STAFF DUO™ #30133..........................................................................$19.99 dz FG Tour #23741 .......................................................................$39.99 dz C:25 #23740 ............................................................................ $21.99 dz f. 20XI-X

031-034 EdwinWatts.indd 34

8/22/12 12:12 PM

News Course Info and More!

Receive exciting golf information delivered to your inbox including golf course feature articles, local golf news and events, video golf Instruction and golf vacation feature articles. The Golfer’s Guide Newsletter is sent twice a month from GolfersGuide.com.

GOLFER’SGUIDE 035 ENewsletter.indd 35

8/22/12 12:31 PM

036.Florida Golf Trips.indd 36

8/22/12 12:32 PM

­ ­ ­ ­ ­

037.TwinEagles.indd 37

8/22/12 12:37 PM

LNSF097967 • 8.375x10.875 • .125” bleed • CARMEN

Don’t come with lifestyle OUR PRICE REDUCTIONS

reductions.

THE MOST DESIRED FEATURES AND UPGRADES INCLUDED AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE!

HOMES FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE FROM THE MID $100s - $500s.

HOMES FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE FROM THE UPPER $100s - $600s.

HERITAGE HARBOUR’S

R iver CStrand G C OLF AND

• • • • •

OUNTRY

LUB

27-hole championship golf course Eight lighted, Har-Tru® tennis courts Expansive 39,000 sq. ft. Tuscan-inspired clubhouse 3,500-sq.-ft. health & fitness spa with resort-style pool Full golf and tennis membership included with home purchase

Terrace Homes From the mid $100s Coach Homes From the low $200s Manor Homes From the mid $200s

• 27 holes of championship golf • Clubhouse with kitchen, meeting/social rooms • Community Center • Resort-style pool and deck • Tennis, pond/lake views

Classic Homes From the mid $300s

Terrace Condominiums From the $100s

Coach Homes From the $300s

Estate Homes From the mid $500s

Veranda Homes From the $200s

DIRECTIONS: From I-75, exit 220 East (SR 64), ¼-mile to first light, left on Grand Harbour Pkwy into Heritage Harbour. Follow sign to River Strand.

DIRECTIONS: I-75 to exit 111 (Immokalee Rd.), Community on left just east of SR 951.

Executive Homes From the $400s Estate Homes From the $600s

For more information call 888-204-3691 or visit

Prices subject to change without notice. © 2010 Lennar Corporation. Lennar and the Lennar logo are registered trademarks of Lennar Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. Lennar Homes, LLCCBC038894. CGC1507191. 11/10

038.Lennar.indd 38

8/22/12 12:37 PM

The President Country Club

Our Eagle Course is a Robert Trent Jones Jr. Design This Robert Trent Jones Jr. signature design is traditionally-styled with tree-lined fairways. Well-placed bunkers guard the greens, among the mature oaks.

The historically crafted layout features plenty of dogleg holes. For those that can shape their shots, a short approach shot will be left to the greens.

STATISTICS – The Eagle Course Par-71 Yards Rating MEDALIST 6887 74.0 MASTERS 6586 72.6 PLAYERS 6374 71.2 MIDDLE 6009 69.5 FORWARD 5500 67.4 FRONT 5063 69.4

STATISTICS – The Patriot Course Par-72 Yards Rating BLUE 6158 69.4 WHITE 5865 67.9 BLACK 5415 65.8

RATES Please call for current rates

Slope 139 137 135 130 119 123

Slope 123 119 114

PERSONNEL Architect .........................Robert Trend Jones Jr. Director of Golf ...........................Scott Mailloux General Manager ................................ Paul Makris

Book Tee Times

Online at www.presidentcc.com

(561) 686-1414

Conveniently located: Exit 71 off I-95 and just minutes from Palm Beach International.

West Palm Beach FL, Palm Beach County.

039.The President Ad .indd 39

8/22/12 12:38 PM

a friendly

O

ften called “The Big Hit,” Stoneybrook Golf Club is located on I-75 at exit 123 East, between Ft. Myers and Naples.

The unique “Magnificent Seven” sets of tees challenge players of every skill level.

From 7,314 yards for professionals, to 3,211 yards for beginning juniors, Stoneybrook is a course that every golfer can enjoy.

Open to the public, the course winds in and out of immense preserve areas and acres of glistening lakes. Wide, rolling fairways, imposing bunkers and rolling mounds protect large undulating and manicured greens.

All of the holes are spectacular – each with a name and Stonybrook Golf Course character all its own.

Estero, FL For tee times, a tour of (239) 948-3933 the course and group outing www.stoneybrookgolfestero.com information, call or visit us at stoneybrookgolfcourse@comcast.net www.stoneybrookgolfestero.com today!

040.Stoneybrook.indd 40

8/22/12 12:38 PM

Treat Yourself to the Best

“South Florida’s Best Kept Secret”

Tee Times:

19th Hole Island Green Bar and Grill Happy Hour All Day Everyday!

(954) 421-5550 www.deercreekflorida.com 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Deer Creek is located just one mile west of I-95 in Deerfield Beach. The great golf course, outstanding facilities and high level of service provide a truly memorable experience.

www.hillcrestgcc.com 954-983-3142 for 24 hour Tee Times

Follow Us and Book Tee Times on Facebook

Experience the Difference

H

ost to many PGA, USGA, and FSGA Championships. Winner of the South Florida PGA “Golf Club of the Year”, Jacaranda Golf Club has distiguished itself as South Florida premier golf club.

East and West Courses are 4-Star Rated by Golf Digest

For T-times and info call or visit…

(877) 676-2641

www.golfjacaranda.com 9200 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, Florida 33324

041.DeerCrk,HillCrest,Jacarands.indd 41

8/22/12 12:39 PM

Maps:074-075 maps ss

8/15/11

3:51 PM

Page 1

72

Del Valley FEATURE COURSES GOLF INSTRUCTION DINING SHOPPING

51

2

69

25

95

24 94

30

35

37 4

9

86 72 54

106

88

1 23

22

33

11

17

52 81

55 1

39

133

13

8

1

134

65

19

84

42

042-043.Maps.indd 42

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

12

76

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:40 PM

67 72

51

41 24 47

30

91

45 9

86 72 54

106

88 37

97

48 11

23 22

7

57 36

76 89

112

70

125

144 3

124

93

113

56

60 96

80

80 15

63 20

52

55 145 82

77 126

61

1

90

142

134

53

9

40 40

136

5 6 42

28 64

49

104

50 84

2012 ISSUE 3

042-043.Maps.indd 43

143

92

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

43

8/22/12 12:40 PM

Advertiser Directory MAP KEY

COURSE

DELAWARE 19

Back Creek GC

TYPE

YDS/PAR

PHONE

PG.

Public

6591/71

(302) 378-6499

Public

6625/72

(302) 995-1990

Public

6333/71

(302) 295-1400

Public

6461/71

(302) 684-3000

16

Public

7077/72

(302) 994-6700

5

Public

7375/72

(410) 939-8887

9

Public

6434/70

(410) 287-0200

2

Public

6593/71

(410) 658-4343

2

Semi-Private 6577/70

(609) 236-4401

Public

6325/71

(609) 465-4653

Public

6857/72

(856) 697-3733

Public

6667/72, 3476/36 (732) 901-4900

Public

6503/72

(609) 927-0006

Public

6640/71

(908) 638-5055

Public

2692/54

(609) 465-4560

Public

6570/72

(609) 266-1388

Public

6535/71

(609) 926-3900

Private

6466/71

(609) 298-0212

Public

6125/70

(856) 589-6688

Public

7086/72

(856) 848-1033

Public

7158/6949/72

(856) 848-5700

16

101 Back Creek Dr. Middletown, DE 19709

150 Delcastle GC 801 Mckennans Church Rd, Wilmington, DE

1

Rock Manor GC 1319 Carruthers Lane, Wilmington, DE 19803

84

The Rookery 27052 Broadkill Rd. Milton, DE 19968

134 White Clay Creek Country Club 777 Delaware Park Boulevard, Wilmington 19804

MARYLAND 8

Bulle Rock Golf Club

320 Blenheim Lane, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

65

Chesapeake Bay – North East 1500 Chesapeake Club Dr., North East, MD 21901

13

Chesapeake Bay – Rising Sun 128 Karen Dr., Rising Sun, MD 21911

NEW JERSEY

120 Atlantic City Country Club Shore Rd and Leo Fraser Dr. Northfield, NJ

43

Avalon Golf Club

1510 Route 9 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

49

Buena Vista CC Country Club Lane Buena, NJ 08310

96

Eagle Ridge GC 2 Augusta Dr. Lakewood, NJ 08701

28

Harbor Pines

10

500 St. Andrews Dr., Egg Harbor Twp., NJ 08234

93

High Bridge Hills GC 203 Cregar Rd., High Bridge, NJ

92

Laguna Oaks Golf Club 600 Bayberry Dr., Cape May Court House, NJ 08210

6

The Links at Brigantine Beach

17

Roosevelt Boulevard & the Bay, Brigantine, NJ 08203

64

McCullough’s Emerald Golf Links 3016 Ocean Heights Ave., Egg Harbor Twp., NJ 08234-

60

Old York CC

12

228 Old York Rd. Chesterfield, NJ 08515

142 Pitman GC 501 Pitman Rd. Sewell, NJ 08080

126 RiverWinds Golf Course

7

1251 River Winds Dr., West Deptford Twp., NJ 08086

91

Royce Brook GC 201 Hamilton Rd., Hillsborough, NJ 08844

136 Running Deer Golf Club

Semi-Private 7074/72

(856)358-2000

7

Public

6817/72

(609) 465-3555

Resort

6247/71, 6731/71 (609) 652-1800

Public

3517/62

(609) 466-2155

16

Public

6509/72

(856) 769-8333

3

Public

7283/72

(609) 653-8019

Public

6314/72

(856) 227-3171

Public

7213/72

(609) 965-2111

1111 Parvin Mill Road, Pittsgrove, NJ 08318

50

Sand Barrens GC 1765 Rt. 9, Palermo, NJ 08210

42

Seaview Resort & Spa 401 S. New York Rd., Galloway, NJ 08205

97

Stonybrook GC 207 Stony Brook Rd. Hopewell, NJ 08525

53

Town & Country Golf Links 197 East Ave (Rt. 40), Woodstown, NJ 08098

104 Twisted Dune GC

2101 Ocean Heights Ave., Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

90

Valleybrook

7

200 Golfview Dr., Blackwood, NJ 08012

40

Vineyard Golf at Renault 72 N. Bremen Avenue, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215

44

044-046. Directory.indd 44

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:45 PM

2012 I

PG.

Advertiser Directory MAP KEY

COURSE

PENNSYLVANIA 4

Applecross Country Club

TYPE

YDS/PAR

PHONE

PG.

Private

6700/71

(484) 692-1010

12

Public

6002/71

(610) 582-4258

14

Public

6474/70

(610) 705-1855

18

Public

6800/72

(610) 683-8268

Public

6826/72

(610) 738-4410

Public

6285/71

(610) 584-5700

19

Public

6402/71

(610) 382-9320

21

Public

6202-5762/71

(215) 877-8707

Public

6209/72

(610) 269-2000

Public

6613/71

(610) 538-1920

Public

5894/69

(215) 462-8997

Public

6271/72

(610) 678-9535

Public

6202/71

(610) 323-3222

Public

6628/72

(610) 944-8633

Public

6186-5969/72

(610) 754-9862

Public

6341/70

(610) 273-0207

Public

5106/68

(610) 384-9128

160 Bollinger Rd. Downingtown, Pa. 19335

94

Arrowhead 1539 Weavertown Rd., Douglassville, PA 19518

86

Bella Vista Golf Course 2901 Faglesville Rd.,Gilbertsville,PA 19525

69

Berkleigh Golf Club Rt. 222, Kutztown, PA 19530

52

Broad Run Golfer’s Club 1520 Tattersall Way, West Chester, PA 19460

11

Center Square 2620 Skippack Pike, Norristown, PA 19403

23

The Club at Shannondell 2750 Egypt Rd., Audubon, PA 19047

15

Cobbs Creek 72nd & Landsdowne Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19151

17

Downingtown 85 Country Club Dr., Downingtown, PA 19335

51

Fox Hollow GC 2020 Trumbauersville Rd. Quakertown, PA 18951

20

Franklin D. Roosevelt 20th St. & Pattison Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19145

2

Galen Hall GC 645 Galen Hall Rd. Wernersville, Pa. 19565

24

Gilbertsville 2944 Lutheran Rd., Gilbertsville, PA 19525

25

Golden Oaks 10 Stonehedge Dr., Fleetwood, PA 19522

30

Hickory Valley

19

1921 Ludwig Rd., Gilbertsville, PA 19525

31

Honeybrook 1422 Cambridge Rd., Honey Brook, PA 19344

33

Ingleside GC 300 North Bailey Rd., Thorndale, PA 19372

72

Inn at Pocono Manor

Public

(570) 839-7111

14

Manor Dr. Route 314, Pocono Manor, Pa. 18349

133 Inniscrone Golf Club

Public

6657/70

(484) 720-8442

15 Athelone Way, Avondale, PA 19311

35

Iron Valley Golf Club

Semi-Private 026/72

(717) 279-7409

Public

5234/67

(215) 632-8666

Public

5275/66

(215) 743-4060

Public

6324/70

(610) 933-8836

Public

7023/71

(215) 513-3034

Public

6098/71

(610) 495-6945

Semi-Private 6315/70

(610) 268-2234

Private

6433/71

(215) 885-5108

Public

6246/70

(215) 256-9548

18

Public

7066/72

(215) 321-7000

15

Public

6141/74

(610) 933-2929

25

Public

6130/69

(215) 757-6951

25

201 Iron Valley Dr., Lebanon, PA 17042

36

John F. Byrne 9500 Leon St., Philadelphia, PA 19114

63

Juniata GC 1391 Cayuga St., Philadelphia, PA 19124

37

Kimberton Golf Club

14

Rt. 23, Kimberton, PA 19442

47

Lederach GC 900 Clubhouse Dr., Harleysville, PA 19348

72

Limerick Golf Course 765 N. Lewis Rd., Limerick, PA 19468

39

Loch Nairn 514A McCue Rd., Avondale, PA 19311

80

Lu Lu Country Club 1600 Limekiln Pike N. Hills, PA 19038

41

Mainland GC 2250 Rittenhouse Rd., Mainland, PA 19451

70

Makefield Highlands 1418 Woodside Rd., Yardley, PA 19067

22

Meadowbrook Golf Club State Rd. (Rt. 29), Phoenixville, PA 19460

113 Middletown CC 420 N. Belleview Ave., Langhorne, PA 19047

2012 ISSUE 3

044-046. Directory.indd 45

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

45

8/22/12 12:45 PM

Advertiser Directory 7

COURSE

TYPE

YDS/PAR

PHONE

PG.

Neshaminy Valley Golf Club

Public

6150/70

(215) 343-6930

Public

6402/72

(215) 355-2234

Public

6535/72

(610) 933-2223

Public

6331/70

(215) 855-6112

Private

6570/72

(610) 272-4050

Public

6162/70

(610) 779-1000

Public

5942/70

(610) 584-4226

Public

6188/70

(610) 948-5566

21

Public

6041/71

(610) 543-9860

8

Resort

6589/72-3438/36 1-800-SHAWNEE

Private

7028/71

(215) 641-1300

Public

6457/72

(717) 786-2500

Public

6702/72

(610) 489-5133

Public

4509/62

(215) 482-3370

Public

6308/71

(610) 539-4502

Private

6394/72

(215) 493-4531

20

440 Almshouse Rd, Jamison PA

45

Northampton Valley GC Newton-Richboro Rd. (Rt. 232), Richboro, PA 18954

76

Pickering Valley Golf Club Newton-Richboro Rd. (Rt. 232), Richboro, PA 18954

48

Pinecrest 101 Country Club Dr, Landsdale, PA 19446

89

Plymouth CC 888 Plymouth Rd. Plymouth Meeting, Pa. 19462

95

Reading CC 5311 Perkiomen Ave., Reading, PA 19606

9

Skippack Golf Stump Hall & Cedars Roads, Skippack, PA 19474

88

Spring Hollow 3350 Schuykill Rd., (Rt. 724), Spring City, PA 19475

61

Springfield GC 400 Sproul Rd. Springfield, PA 19064

67

Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort 1 River Rd. Shawnee on the Delaware, PA. 18356

144 Talamore Country Club

12

723 Talamore Dr. Ambler, PA 19002

81

Tanglewood Golf Club 653 Scotland Rd.,Quarryville, PA 17566

54

Turtle Creek 303 West Ridge Pike, Limerick, PA 19468

57

Walnut Lane 800 Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19128

58

Westover 401 South Schuylkill Ave., Norristown, PA 19403

56

Yardley CC 1010 Reading Ave. Yardley, PA 19067

MAP KEY

TYPE

LOCATION

PHONE

PG.

SHOPPING 4 112 82

Better Golf LLC Eric MacCluen Golf By Design Stu Ingraham

Equip./Accessories Instruction Equip/Accessories Instruction

MAP KEY DRIVING RANGE 125 9 90 55 82

LOCATION

Horsham Family Golf Darryl Lock Golf Academy Dick Smith Golf Academy Play-a-Round Golf MGOLF

MAP KEY

rtsglf@comcast.net Honeybrook, PA King of Prussia Mall, PA Newtown Square, PA

LOCATION

Bordley House Grille 1520 Tattersall Way W.Chester, PA. Chadwick’s 2750 Egypt Rd., Audobon, PA Duffer’s Mill 1600 Naamen’s Creek Rd., Boothwyn, PA Duffer’s Pub Rt. 1 & Brinton Lake Rd., Concordville, PA Duffer’s Tavern Rt. 352, Glen Mills, PA Farmhouse Restaurant 514 McCue Rd. Avondale, PA The Farm House Restaurant Stump Hall & Cedar Rds. Skippack, PA

46

044-046. Directory.indd 46

14 12

PHONE

PG.

26

1020 Easton Rd. Horsham, PA (215) 674-8735 Stump Hall & Cedar Rds. Skippack, PA (610) 584-4226 200 Golfview Dr. Blackwood, NJ (856) 227-3171 245 Lancaster Ave. Malvern, Pa. (610) 725-9155 4000 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA (610) 356-6400

DINING

52 23 145 145 145 39 9

(610) 304-6932 (484) 692-1010 (610) 878-5595 (610) 256-5051

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

PHONE

48 7 20 26

PG.

(610)738-4410 (610) 382-9300 (610) 859-0011 (610) 558-2122 (610) 358-5050 (610) 268-2235 (610) 584-4226

21 48 48 48

2012 ISSUE 3

8/22/12 12:46 PM

2011 I

90 or m

Ro

RoseFactor.com

Gol

Golf’s “Hot” Web Site

• 30-50% OFF Greens Fees at: Bulle Rock, Seaview, Harbor Pines, Back Creek, Talamore, Old York (NJ), Applecross and more!!

• Links to Golf Courses in PA, NJ, DE and MD

• 30-5 Bull Bro Twi

• Links to PGA TOUR, USGA, GAP Golf and 97.5 FM The Fanatic • Buy & Sell Golf Equipment

• Lin NJ,

• Links to Golf Travel

• Link GA

Call Mike Rose - 215-947-7790 or Email at: rosefactor@aol.com

www.rosefactor.com

• Buy

• Lin

Discount golf and more golf info at

GOLFER’SGUIDE.COM Your Station for Golf

Senior Day Golf Reports with MIKE ROSE • Live Reports with Mike Missanelli Tuesday and Thursday Twilight Available

Twice-A-Day, Every Weekday • During AM and PM Drive Time 2-6 PM Weekdays • Streaming on 97.5 TheFanantic.com • All the Latest Local News and Scores • Golf Tips from PGA Pros • Previews of Golf’s Majors • Player Profiles • PGA, LPGA Tour Previews Sponsored by

2012 ISSUE 3

047.RF_ESPN.indd 47

• Live Updates and Scores • Interviews with Golf’s Biggest Names • Golf’s “Hot” Topics • Contests, Great Golf Prizes

GOLFER’SGUIDE

www.golfersguide.com/del-valley

47

8/22/12 12:47 PM

Call or Em

ww

FREE

Order of Sweet Potato Chips with this ad Give us your score card, a beverage for each player is on us.

• Our main bar caters to golfers who enjoy a cold drink and quality food at reasonable prices.

• 5 minutes from Penn Oaks, Concord, Radley Run, Glen Mills, Clayton Park • A short ride from DuPont, Branywine, Loch Nairn, Springfield THE PUB Rt. 1 and Brinton Rd. 1/2 mile North of 202 Concordville, Pa

(610) 558-2122 Our 15th Year

DUFFER’S MILL

THE TAVERN Rt. 352–1/4 mile from Rt. 926 Glen Mills, Pa

(610) 358-5050 Our 10th Year

1600 Naamans Creek Rd. Chichester ½ mile from Naamans Rd.

(610) 859-0011 Our 2nd Year

DuffersPa.com

HORSHAM Family Golf

• Full Line Pro Shop Featuring Adams, Cleveland/Srixon, Ping, Mizuno, Nike, Taylor Made, Titleist, Yes • Custom Club Fitting, State of the Art Loft & Lie Machine, Launch Monitor, Shaft Analyzer • Fully Renovated Mini Golf Course with Outings Available • Home of the Flagler Golf Academy/ Summer Camps • Visit our Web Site for Demo Days and Fitting Days

$

2

.00 off

any size bucket of balls

(Exp. 3/31/2013)

1020 Easton Rd. Horsham, Pa. 19454 215-674-8735 www.horshamfamilygolf.com

$2.00 off Horsham.indd 1 048.Duffers_Horsham.indd 48

8/13/12 8:40 AM 8/22/12 12:56 PM