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Seminole Lake Country Club
Fox Hollow Golf Club
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Seminole Lake Country Club Seminole Lake Country Club celebrates its 50th anniversary.
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14 Fox Hollow Golf Club Since opening in 1994, Fox Hollow has become one of Tampa Bay’s favorite and most challenging places to play. 21 Featured Courses Find out more about Tampa Bay’s best public-access courses.
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46 Driving Ranges Experience Tampa Bay’s finest practice facilities. 57 Area Maps/Directory We’ll help you find the courses and the best way to get there. 64 Local News/Events Golf news and events from the Tampa Bay area. 4
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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER
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his year marks our Golden Anniversary and over the past decade we have been busy renovating all facets of our club in an effort to remain one of the premier clubs in the area. Specifically, over the past 10 years we have: •
Completely renovated the interior of the clubhouse • Resurfaced all 20 greens with Sea Dwarf Paspalum • Added a complete practice facility • Added new tee stations on several holes • Rerouted and changed some of the holes for enhanced playability • Renovated all greenside and fairway bunkers 8
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Leveled several tees Regrassed areas of the fairways Added a fitness center
Needless to say, we are extremely excited about the renovations we have performed at our club and we look forward to continuing to provide our members and guests with the highest quality playing surfaces available.
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Summer Membership Rates Now In Effect At Seminole Lake Country Club we offer the best value for your membership dollar as we specialize in “Affordable Quality Golf.” We are a fully amenitized country club featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, complete practice facilities, full-service food and beverage operation, Olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis operation, fitness center, men’s and ladies locker rooms, club storage and service that is consistent with the finest country clubs in the area. We are pleased to offer our Summer Membership Rates for 2012, SUMMER 2012
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which feature some of the lowest monthly dues in the area. Our memberships carry No Initiation Fees and No Food and Beverage Minimums and include unlimited use of the golf course, practice facilities, pool, fitness center, restaurant, all social functions and walking privileges every day after 3 p.m. Ages 21-29 Single • $110 per month Family • $140 per month Ages 30-40 Single • $125 per month Family • $170 per month Over 40 Years Single • $150 per month Family • $230 per month
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If you have ever thought about joining a country club but were afraid that you could not afford it, our No Initiation Fee Membership Program features the lowest monthly dues in this area. If you are interested in learning more about our membership programs give us a call at 727-391-3318 and we will be happy to show you just how easy it is to become a member of our club and start enjoying all of the benefits associated with “Affordable Quality Golf.”
“Member For The Day” Still Going Strong
Twilight Rate Every Day After 3 p.m. $29 plus tax
Includes Green fees and cart fee for as many holes as you can play before dark
Kids Play Free Program Now In Place One child plays for free with each paying adult, available every day after noon Limited to children 15 or younger
$39 plus tax
Includes green fees - cart fees range balls - lunch (Lunch entitles you to any item from our extensive lunch menu and includes a soft drink)
Foursome Special Also Available $116 plus tax
Includes green fees and cart fees for all four players (Available anytime Sunday through Thursday and after 11 a.m. on Friday and Saturday)
Thursday Special $29 plus tax
Includes green fees and cart fees (Available at any time on any Thursday through October 2012)
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At A Glance LOCATION: 6100 Augusta Blvd. Seminole, FL 33777 Just south of intersection of Park Blvd. & Starkey Rd. www.seminole.net STATISTICS: Par-71 Black Blue White Red Teal
Yards 6501 6221 6008 5437 5005
Slope 71.2 69.7 68.2 71.7 68.9
Rating 125 124 119 124 120
RESERVATIONS: For tee times up to four days in advance, call the Pro Shop at (727) 391-6255.
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50th Anniversary Celebration
Over the remainder of the year we will be celebrating our Golden Anniversary by offering specials and promotions to the area golfing public. The following information lists all of the specials we will be offering.
Las Vegas Vacation Giveaway For 2 People
Kicking off our 50th Anniversary Celebration will be our Las Vegas Vacation Giveaway featuring a 3 day/2 night Las Vegas vacation package for two including 2-for-1 airfare each month through October. Simply fill out an entry form provided in the pro shop and drop it in the bowl. No purchase is necessary and the winners will be drawn and contacted at the end of each month.
Demo Days
November will be the month that we finalize our 50th Anniversary starting with our Demo Days, which will take place every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a different company each week on the driving range. Call the Golf Shop at 727-3916255 for the schedule of companies.
Weekly Golf Clinics
Open to all area golfers. Charge will be $10 per person, per session. Hours are 5– 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday during the month of November covering a different facet of the game each night. Monday - putting, Tuesday - chipping and pitching, Wednesday - iron play, Thursday - hybrids and woods. Call the Golf shop at 727391-6255 to sign up a minimum of one day in advance.
Golf Shop Raffle
Runs from Nov. 1 – 30. Open to all area golfers. Tickets may be bought in the golf shop anytime during regular business hours. $10 per chance or three chances for $20. Winner will receive all monies collected in golf shop credit. No limit to the number of tickets purchased. Drawing to be held on Dec. 1, 2012
Pinellas County Amateur Championship
Finishing off our 50th Anniversary will be our inaugural Pinellas County Amateur Championship, which is set for Nov. 24-25. This event is open to Pinellas County residents only and will carry an entry fee of $125 per person, which will include all golf fees; range balls, prize purse, tee gift and awards banquet Sunday after play. The format will be individual stroke play, flighted by handicap with net and gross divisions in each flight giving all entrants an opportunity to win. Practice rounds for tournament entrants will be available prior to the tournament for a reduced rate. Anyone interested in playing in this event is asked to come by and pick up an entry form or call the golf shop at 727-391-6255 and we will mail an entry form to you.
SEMINOLE LAKE COUNTRY CLUB 6100 Augusta Blvd. Seminole, FL. 33777 727-391-6255 • www.seminolelake.net
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ince opening in 1994, Fox Hollow Golf Club has become one of Tampa Bay’s favorite places to play. Why the fast rise in popularity? It all starts with the golf course. Fox Hollow has the distinction of being the last course designed and built by Robert Trent Jones Sr., one of the most prolific and innovative golf course designers of all time. In his design of
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Fox Hollow, the legendary Jones created a layout as picturesque as it is playable. Multiple tee boxes and varied landing areas offer ideal versatility for golfers of all abilities. Quite simply, Fox Hollow offers a good, fair test of golf. Five sets of tees offer new challenges every time you play the par-71 championship layout, mixing native trees
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irrigated with effluent, reclaimed or even sea water; it has the ability to deliver fast green speeds (9+ on the Stimpmeter); it requires less fertilizer, pesticide, weed control and irrigation; and overseeding is not necessary in anticipation of cooler weather. That means no more transition periods in the fall and spring. These superior greens are playable
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365 days a year. Fox Hollow arguably possesses the finest quality, most environmentally friendly green complexes in the Tampa Bay area. Head golf professional Matthew Cote even offers an unsolicited tip for playing Jones’ undulating greens with the Paspalum turfgrass. “While the greens won’t appear that quick, they’ll roll out an extra few feet,” he said. “So be careful on those downhill putts or you’ll face some lengthy comebackers.” If trophies and awards are what you’re looking for, the Tampa Tribune has placed Fox Hollow on its list of top three publicaccess courses in all of west central Florida. Central Florida Magazine says the 18th hole, with its forced carry off the tee and water running the entire length of the hole on both sides of the fairway, is simply the “Best Par 4 in Florida.” Water comes into 16
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play on 11 holes and Jones’ other signature feature – plentiful, profound and penal bunker complexes – abounds. Convenience and an emphasis on friendly, unobtrusive service also contribute to the Fox Hollow experience. From the time you drop off your clubs until you reach the first tee, everything you need is readily accessible. The 15,000 square foot clubhouse is the focal point. It includes an expansive pro shop, locker rooms, private meeting rooms and an upscale dining room to serve as an alternative to the more relaxed atmosphere of the Windows on the Green bar and grille. Both share spectacular views of the golf course. The Fox Hollow clubhouse is available for tournaments, private parties, receptions and dinners, all catered by their professional events staff. For more information, visit www.golfthefox.com or
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contact Courtney Fox at (727) 376-6333, extension 405. As you stroll out of the clubhouse, Fox Hollow’s practice facilities are all within easy walking distance. There’s a large putting green to your left, a pitching green with sand bunker to your right and a spacious natural turf driving range straight ahead. Lessons and clinics are available, taught by Fox Hollow’s PGA professional teaching staff. MEMBERSHIPS Three attractive golf membership packages are available: Junior, intermediate and regular. Both single and family memberships are available in all three categories. Regular and family members may book tee times 14 days in advance and pay no greens fees. Golf cart fees, range fees and locker fees are optional and are not included with memberships. Members are not required to use motorized golf carts. FAMILY GOLF PROGRAM This summer, Fox Hollow is offering a Family Golf Program. Under this program juniors play free when playing with a paying parent. JUNIOR FOX UNIVERSITY Fox Hollow is also offering a series of camps this summer for junior golfers ages 6 to 15. Five four-day camps are scheduled. For details go to www.golfthefox.com. To register your junior, call the pro shop at (727) 376-6333, extension 1. You do not have to be a member to play Fox Hollow, which is a semi-private facility. Daily fee play is always welcome. To reserve your tee time up to six days in SUMMER 2012
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advance, call the Fox Hollow pro shop at (727) 376-6333 or toll free (800) 9431902. To book tee times online, go to www.golfthefox.com.
Fox Hollow At A Glance LOCATION: 10050 Robert Trent Jones Parkway Trinity, Florida 34655 On Little Road, three miles south of SR 54 STATISTICS: 18 Hole Championship Course, Par 71 Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. Tee Yards Rating Slope Black 7138 74.6 131 Blue 6801 72.8 127 White 6402 71.2 126 Gold (M) 6018 69.3 123 Gold (W) 6018 75.4 135 Red 5203 70.9 125 RESERVATIONS: For tee times up to 6 days in advance,call (727) 376-6333 or toll free (800) 943-1902. Tee times available online at www.golfthefox.com. Tournaments, Corporate Outings, Weddings and Banquets are welcome. Instruction by PGA Professionals available.
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St. Pete CC Offering Summer Memberships
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t. Petersburg Country Club has been busy these past few years installing a brand new state of the art fitness center, updating the pool with a new tiki hut bar and grill, and most recently renovating its greens and practice facility. The St. Pete Country Club completed renovations of their greens in the summer of 2009. All greens were re-planted using Champion’s Turf. All 18 tee complexes were re-shaped and laser leveled. The existing practice green has been enlarged, and a 9-hole putting course was constructed that ties it together with a new separate practice green. Summer is a wonderful time to join
St. Petersburg Country Club. Summer golf Memberships are offered through October 31, 2012. The summer golf membership includes unlimited golf with no green fees, unlimited walking privileges at no charge, unlimited use of the driving range & 9-hole putting course, unlimited tennis play, pool privileges, and dining in the restaurant, snack shop and tiki hut bar and grill. Initiation fee is just $125 single or $160 family. Monthly Dues are just $165 single or $195 family. Contact Christy Dollins for more information. Call (727) 867-2111, e-mail christydollins@stpetecountryclub.com or visit their website @ www.stpetecountryclub.com. ■
St. Petersburg Country Club St. Petersburg, FL
(727) 867-2111 www.stpetecountryclub.com
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stablished in 1924, St. Petersburg Country Club is rich in history and is home of the oldest sustained amateur tournament in the South, the New Year’s Invitational. St. Petersburg Country Club provides the true golfing enthusiast a chance to play the game as it should be played on its championship links-style course: members and guests may walk, pull a cart, or use electric carts. The course borders scenic Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, and is located just minutes from downtown St. Pete and the Gulf beaches. The club offers excellent tennis, swimming and dining in addition to championship golf.
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FEATURES/AMENITIES • Championship Golf Course • Clubhouse featuring Restaurant, Grill, Bar and Full Locker Rooms • Full Banquet Facilities • Two Pro Shops • Jr. Olympic-Size Pool w/Swim Team and Tiki Bar & Grill STATISTICS Par-72 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6912 74.4 137 White 6228 71.0 130 Gold 5593 68.0 120 Red 5292 71.6 122 Green 4809 69.9 115 Map Key Number
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Baypointe Golf Club Seminole, FL (727) 595-2095
Please call the Pro Shop at (727) 595-2095 for current rates. STATISTICS Yards Par Men 3167 61 Ladies 2384 63
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aypointe offers incredible views – you can see the Gulf of Mexico from the 15th fairway – and fun golf. This 18-hole, par-61 tree-lined course will test your skill with seven par-4 and 11 par-3 holes. Ten-play tickets and annual memberships available. There’s a full restaurant and lounge, walking is permitted and electric carts are available.
DIRECTIONS Take Ulmerton Rd. to Oakhurst Rd. Go 1.5 miles south to Yacht Club Blvd. Turn west and follow signs to clubhouse.
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With a prestigious history steeped in tradition, the Belleview Biltmore Golf Club is committed to your total golf experience. Designed by world famous golf architect Donald Ross, the Belleview Biltmore Golf Club has been an American favorite since 1925. The 6,614-yard, par-71 championship course offers a challenging and scenic golf experience to the serious golfer or weekend player. The course has been fully restored to Mr. Ross’ original design which has been applauded by all who love this course.
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City of St. Petersburg Golf Courses Home of the St. Petersburg City Am Championship.
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angrove Bay Golf Course is a well-maintained, 18-hole championship golf course with excellent practice facilities including a grass tee driving range. The facility maintains a fully stocked pro shop and comfortable snack bar where you can enjoy lunch and cold drinks before or after your round. For tee times up to seven days in advance, call (727) 893-1790. Cypress Links, a 9-hole, par-3 golf course with challenging holes and outstanding putting surfaces, is located next to Mangrove Bay. Twin Brooks is an 18-hole, par-3 golf course with a excellent driving range and fully stocked pro shop.
St. Petersburg, FL
Mangrove Bay (727) 893-7800 Cypress Links (727) 551-3333 Twin Brooks (727) 893-7445 Tee Times Hotline (727) 893-1790 www.stpete.org/golf
MANGROVE BAY STATISTICS Par: 72 Yards Rating Slop Champ. 6656 71.5 123 Men 6112 69.1 119 Senior 5726 67.0 116 Ladies 5176 69.1 111 CYPRESS LINKS STATISTICS Yards Par Champ. 1311 27 TWIN BROOKS STATISTICS Yards Par Champ. 2016 54 Map Key Numbers Twin Brooks 31 Mangrove Bay/Cypress Links 30
Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Club Clearwater, FL (727) 726-4673 www.chichi.org
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his beautiful 18-hole, well-bunkered course – a recognized member of the National Audubon Society – is located a half mile north of SR 580 on McMullen Booth Road. The facility is home to the Chi Chi Rodriguez Academy. Public amenities include a fully stocked pro shop, snack bar and putting green. All proceeds support Chi Chi Kids programs.
GENERAL INFORMATON • Please call the Pro Shop at (727) 726-4673 for current rates. • Call for information about Leagues & Discounts for Group Play • New Warm Up Area • Summer Discount Cards Available STATISTICS Par: Men-69, Women-71 Yards Rating Slope Blue 5454 66.6 122 White 4816 63.4 110 Red 3929 61.1 98 PERSONNEL Architect ...................Denis Griffith Superintendent ......... Garth Boline Map Key Number
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Crescent Oaks Country Club New Greens & New Carts
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ith $1 million in golf course and clubhouse upgrades, Crescent Oaks Country Club is now open to all, and semi-private along with sister club Wentworth Golf Club. Steve Smyers’ championship design challenges all skill levels with seven sets of tees ranging from 4,260 to 6,914 yards. The 198-acre secluded property is adjacent to Brooker Creek Preserve where deer and turkey are a frequent sight. Convenient Eastlake area of NE Pinellas with all new TifEagle Bermuda greens, driving range, putting and short game area, new golf carts, and 200+ banquet/meeting facility.
Tarpon Springs, FL
(727) 937-4653 (GOLF) www.crescentoaksgolf.com Online Tee Times & Specials
STATISTICS Par-72 Silver Black Gold Blue White Red Orange
Yards 6914 6631 6269 6041 5726 5156 4260
Rating Slope 73.8 137 72.2 135 70.2 128 69.2 123 67.6 117 69.9 123 64.9 113
PLAY OUR SISTER COURSES Wentworthgolfclub.org (727) 942-4760 Pebblecreekclub.com (813) 973-3870 PRACTICE AT ACE RANGES Ace-golf.com 44 Map Key Number
Cove Cay Golf Club Clearwater, FL
New Mini Verde Greens
(727) 535-1406 Pro Shop www.covecaygolf.com
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ove Cay is a semi-private, 18-hole championship golf course located on the shores of Old Tampa Bay. The Cove Cay golf course and clubhouse offer spectacular views of Tampa Bay with an abundance of wildlife to add to your experience of the “Old Florida” lifestyle. In addition to new MiniVerde greens, all 18 tee boxes have been reconstructed. The driving range also has been reworked. Amenities include a full-stocked pro shop, on-course refreshments, leagues, fundraisers, waterfront restaurant and patio, full-service bar, banquet facilities, weddings and ceremonies, private parties and marina. For membership information call Bill Armstrong at (727) 535-1406. SUMMER 2012
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Please call the Pro Shop at (727) 535-1406 for current rates and daily specials. New Seasonal Memberships Available DIRECTIONS Located on Old Tampa Bay. On U.S. Hwy. 19, two miles south of Hwy. 60, one mile north of East Bay Dr. Directly across from Walker Ford. STATISTICS Par-70 Blue White Red Beige
Yards 6261 5859 5483 4704
Rating Slope 70.4 130 67.8 123 66.4 115 68.7 111
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East Bay Golf Club Largo, FL
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ocated in the heart of Pinellas County, minutes from the Gulf beaches, East Bay is an 18-hole, par-71 championship layout. Water comes into play on 14 holes. East Bay offers full restaurant, lounge, banquet facilities and beverage cart service on course. Tees, fairways and greens are overseeded during the winter season. Now featuring the Pro Shot GPS system on every golf cart with accurate yardage and detailed hole graphics. Located on East Bay Drive, 2.5 miles west of U.S. 19.
Please call the Pro Shop at (727) 581-3333 for current rates. •AUTOMATED TEE TIMES 10 DAYS IN ADVANCE 24 HRS/7 DAYS •Proshot GPS Yardages • Under New Ownership STATISTICS Par-71 Back Middle Forward
Yards 6451 5967 5286
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Dunedin Golf Club Dunedin, FL
Celebrating Our 85th Anniversary!
(727) 733-7836 www.dunedingolfclub.com
DUNEDIN GOLF CLUB
Please call the Pro Shop at (727) 733-7836 for current rates.
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esigned by Donald Ross, this historic course opened Jan. 1, 1927. From 1945 to 1962, it was the original PGA of America national headquarters and home course. Bobby Jones, Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, Byron Nelson, Paul Runyan and others played here. Memberships are available. For tournament or membership information call Debbie Logerquist at (727) 733-2134, Ext. 235.
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Yards 6625 6245 5267 5370 5267 4710
Rating Slope 71.3 131 69.7 125 64.8 110 70.1 116 69.7 115 67.9 111
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Pinecrest Golf Course Largo, FL
(727) 584-6497
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iscover Largo’s best-kept secret for executive golf. Don’t let this small course fool you. Pinecrest is a challenging par-55 short course with 17 par 3s and one par 4. Walking anytime and electric carts are available if you wish to ride. At Pinecrest you will enjoy a very friendly and personal atmosphere. Annual memberships and ten play tickets. Enjoy the newly renovated pro shop. Also, visit “Your Pizza Shop” upstairs for great food.
STATISTICS Yards Yards White 2235 Red 2029
Par 55 56
PERSONNEL General Manager.........Jeff Meyers Record ............48, Robby Robison DIRECTIONS Located on 8th Ave. SW, just west of Pinellas Trail, directly across form Taylor Park. Map Key Number
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amily owned and operated for 40 years, the Mainlands Golf Club has been a golf destination for both discriminating locals and savvy vacationers. Centrally located off of US Hwy 19 N. in Pinellas Park, this par 67’s nine par-4s, seven par-3s and two par-5s will have you using every club in the bag. Great conditions, comfortable prices, and a laid-back atmosphere have made this track a local favorite for decades. The club has a fully stocked pro shop with a wide selection of golf apparel and equipment. It also features a snack bar with sandwiches, dogs and beer. SUMMER 2012
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Yards 4803 4607 4180
Rating Slope 62.3 96 61.8 93 63.7 107
PERSONNEL General Manager.......Tyson Duane Pro Shop Mgr. ........ Darlene Bonds Dir. of Golf. ....... Michael Summers Superintendent. ......Marianne Clay Map Key Number
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Wentworth Golf Club New Greens & New Carts
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emi-Private for the first time ever, prestigious Wentworth is a course not to miss. Steve Smyer’s design features new Platinum Paspallum greens, 83 bunkers, manicured fairways and an intricate layout amongst naturally rolling terrain and million dollar homes. The front nine meanders through stately cypress heads, majestic pines and old oak trees. The back nine presents a Scottish links style layout to test your shot making ability. Convenient East Lake area of NE Pinellas. Driving range, putting green and short game area. New Irish Pub and event facilities. Open to all.
Tarpon Springs, FL
(727) 942-4760 www.wentworthgolfclub.org Online Tee Times & Specials
STATISTICS Par-71 Black Yellow Blue White Red
Yards 6459 6250 6053 5500 5010
Rating Slope 71.5 144 70.3 137 69.6 135 67.6 127 70.8 132
PLAY OUR SISTER COURSES Crescentoaksgolf.com (727) 937-4653 Pebblecreekclub.com (813) 973-3870 PRACTICE AT ACE RANGES Ace-golf.com Map Key Number
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Tarpon Springs Golf Course Tarpon Springs, FL (727) 934-5191 ci.tarpon-springs.fl.us
NOW BOOK ONLINE Please call the pro shop at (727) 934-5191 for current rates. Paradise Cards are accepted Call for Details.
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arpon Springs was built in 1908 and follows the architecture of the time, with small, elevated greens and quite a few doglegs. The golf course is very scoreable on your good days, while the water can wreak havoc on your bad ones. Monthly tournaments offered to all golfers with food and prizes at each event. The course is located on Alt. U.S. 19 between Klosterman Rd. on the south and Tarpon Ave. on the north. Both roads intersect U.S. 19. 26
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STATISTICS Par-72 Blue White Yellow Red
Yards 6243 5910 5289 5130
Rating Slope 69.3 127 68.0 121 64.5 118 68.9 110
PERSONNEL Dir of Golf/GM ....... Chuck Winship Head Pro ............ Steve Didik, PGA Superintendent .........Dave Kiesow Map Key Number
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CHEVAL GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
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heval Golf & Country Club is an exclusive club dedicated to providing a quality experience to its members and their guests. Located in Lutz, just 30 minutes north of Tampa International Airport, Cheval is a premier facility offering extraordinary golf and world-class tennis. Under new ownership, the Cheval 18-hole championship golf course has been completely renovated including new Champions Bermuda greens, re-built bunkers, and an updated irrigation system. The Cheval clubhouse has also undergone extensive renovations including men’s and ladies’ locker rooms, golf shop, main dining room and Player’s Lounge overlooking Lake Cheval. We invite you to experience one of Tampa Bay’s finest country clubs as we reintroduce the ALL NEW Cheval. Limited outside play is currently available. Come see what you’ve been missing. Cheval is conveniently located off the Veterans Expressway (589) and Dale Mabry Highway. To reserve a tee time up to seven days in advance, call the Cheval pro shop at (813) 949-4231, ext. 1.
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AMENITIES • Complete Fitness Center • 9 Har-Tru Lighted Tennis Courts • Competition Length Pool • Athletic Club • Banquet & Outing Facilities
STATISTICS Par: 72 Yards Rating Slope Gold 7017 74.0 140 Blue 6508 71.7 135 White 6147 69.7 127 Green 5781 68.0 123 Red 5056 70.5 121
PERSONNEL Architect ...................................Steve Smyers Gen. Mgr. ...............................Chuck Burgess Dir. of Golf .................................. Paul Holden
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Heritage Harbor Golf & Country Club Lutz, FL
(813) 949-4886 www.heritageharborgolf.com
Call The Pro Shop at (813) 949-4886 for current rates. Public welcome. Seven day advanced tee times.
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he Heritage Harbor Golf Club measures nearly 7,000 yards from the back tees and is one of the more challenging public course layouts in the Tampa Bay area. Four sets of tees have been incorporated into the design, making the course fun for golfers of all skill levels. Swirling winds and strategically located bunkers will wreak havoc with the players of these finely manicured links. Course designers Jed Azinger and Gordon Lewis took extra care when laying out the course to preserve the wildlife in residence. Check www.heritageharborgolf.com for golf rates and coupons.
STATISTICS Par: 72 Champ. Blue White Red
Yards Rating Slope 6898 73.5 129 6053 69.4 117 5487 66.9 109 4773 68.2 116
PERSONNEL Architects ................... Jed Azinger Gordon Lewis Pro Shop Manager.......John Panno Superintendent ......... Jim Poertner Map Key Number
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Freedom Fairways Golf Course Sun City Center, FL (813) 633-GOLF www.brookdaleliving.com
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his well-maintained, challenging par-63 executive course winds around an abundance of lakes and through stands of pines and oaks. It features a mix of nine par 3s and nine par 4s ranging from 89 to 238 yards. Tight, tree-lined fairways and small greens place a premium on accuracy. Playing Freedom Fairways will definitely improve your short game. Freedom Fairways is open to the public, and memberships are available. 28
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Please call the Pro Shop at (813) 633-GOLF (4653) for current rates and group discounts DIRECTIONS Take I-75 to 674 exit (exit 240 from south; exit 240A from north). Go east to first light. Turn left then right at Upper Creek Dr. Follow to course on left. STATISTICS Par-63 Yards Rating Slope Gold 3210 56.0 78 Blue 2699 54.0 74 White 2393 54.1 73 Red 2022 51.0 67 PERSONNEL Pro Shop Manager........Bree Baker Superintendent‌‌..Chris Driggers Map Key Number
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The Eagles Golf Club
The Forest Course is undergoing renovations this summer and is scheduled to reopen in early September.
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he Eagles Golf Club – carved out of 1,000 acres of scenic woodlands, picturesque lakes and rolling terrain – tests players of all skill levels. The club’s two 18-hole, par 72 courses offer 36 of the most challenging and exhilarating holes of golf in the Tampa Bay area. Renovations to the Forest Course include all new greens and a new irrigation system along with leveling and re-grassing of the tee boxes. The new greens feature Champion Dwarf bermuda, arguably the best bermudagrass putting surfaces available. The Lakes Course, measuring up to 7,150 yards, is a traditional Florida golf course. Bring your long game as it will be tested with par 3s measuring up to 232 yards and par 4s topping off at 462 yards. New ownership has been working non-stop on improvements to the courses and clubhouse facilities. A total of 9.7 miles of new cart paths were installed last fall. In addition to new maintenance equipment and Yamaha carts, you will find a new and improved attitude from the professional staff. The Eagles is the place to hold your next outing. It’s one of the few facilities in the area that can seat more than 200 for after-golf banquets and parties.
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(813) 920-6681 www.eaglesgolf.com BOOK YOUR TEE TIME ONLINE Call the Pro Shop at (813) 9206681 for current rates. Tournaments, banquets, weddings and outings are our specialties. STATISTICS Par: 72 Black Blue White Red (W)
– LAKES COURSE Yards Rating Slope 7074 74.6 134 6664 72.5 130 6323 70.9 127 5375 72.1 123
STATISTICS Par: 72 Black Blue White Red (W)
– FOREST COURSE Yards Rating Slope 6719 72.8 134 6215 70.3 130 5625 67.8 116 4901 69.6 117
PERSONNEL Architects .......Ron Garl/Gary Koch General Manager........John Russell Director of Golf....Ricky Weber, PGA Superintendent ............. Bob Kuzio Map Key Number
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Pebble Creek Golf Club Tampa, FL
Free Pro Link GPS In Every Cart
(813) 973-3870 www.pebblecreekclub.com Online Tee Times & Specials
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ebble Creek has Champion Ultra Dwarf Bermuda greens, Celebration tees, new bunkers, carts with free GPS and an Irish pub and billiard room. Experience the $2 million improvements to this majestic, locally owned, 18-hole championship course. Pebble Creek is conveniently located in new Tampa, three miles off I-275 in the USF/Tampa Palms area. Pebble Creek - nestled into a preserve-like setting - is spacious and serene. The layout features huge moss-draped oaks and water comes into play on 16 holes. Wildlife is abundant. Pebble Creek is challenging, yet enjoyable for all levels. New, expanded banquet facility (up to 200) and veranda.
STATISTICS Par-71 Champ. Men Senior Ladies
Yards 6436 6032 5516 5280
Rating Slope 71.1 127 69.1 122 66.3 111 70.3 120
PLAY OUR SISTER COURSES Crescentoaksgolf.com (727) 937-4653 Wentworthgolfclub.org (727) 942-4760 PRACTICE AT ACE RANGES Ace-golf.com Map Key Number
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Heritage Isles Golf & Country Club Tampa, FL
(813) 907-7447 www.heritageislesgolf.com
Call the Pro Shop at (813) 907-7447 for current rates. Public welcome. Seven day advanced tee times.
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t 6,976 yards from the tips, Heritage Isles is one of the most demanding public golf courses in the Tampa Bay area. Four sets of tees provide opportunities for players of all skill levels to enjoy this scenic layout cut through native cypress heads and natural wetland areas. Come and enjoy the golf course, service-oriented staff, spectacular wildlife and fully equipped golf shop. Public driving range and short game practice facility open seven days a week. Heritage Isles is located just minutes from I-75 on Cross Creek Blvd. in new Tampa. Enjoy our new Back 9 Cafe full-service restaurant and tiki bar. Check www.Back9Cafe.com for specials. 30
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Yards Rating Slope 6976 73.2 132 6236 69.5 123 5615 66.6 110 4832 -
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TPC Tampa Bay
Michael Allen 2012 Champion
TPC Tampa Bay is home to the Encompass Insurance Pro-Am of Tampa Bay.
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laying to a par 71, TPC Tampa Bay challenges the Lutz, FL (813) 949-0090 best players on the Champions Tour while providing a fun and memorable experience for players of all ages www.tpctampabay.com Please call the golf shop at and abilities. The 18-hole design features the PGA Tour’s (813) 949--0090 Ext. 205 trademark stadium mounding, numerous bunkers and for current rates. water hazards and large, undulating greens that combine STATISTICS Par: 71 Yards Rating Slope to provide both a visual treat and golfing adventure that TPC 6898 73.6 135 rewards the most accurate shot makers. Blue 6610 72.3 132 The property is also enhanced by a first-class practice Green 6332 71.0 129 White 6008 69.5 125 facility, an award-winning golf shop and the TPC Grille, Red 5036 69.7 119 open to the public for breakfast and lunch every day. LOCATION Your chance to play the home course of the Encompass TPC Tampa Bay is located on Lutz Lake Fern Road, just ½ mile east of Insurance Pro-Am of Tampa Bay, one of the most successVeteran’s Expressway Exit #16 ful tournaments on the Champions Tour, is closer than you (15 minutes north of TIA). think. Now conveniently located just a half mile east of Vet- PERSONNEL Manager ..Brady Boyd, PGA eran’s Expressway exit No. 16, the club is only a 15-minute General Head Pro ............ Justin Wink, PGA drive from Tampa International Airport. Visit TPC Tampa Superintendent ..........Jason Kubel Architects Bobby Weed, Chi Chi Rodriquez Bay and experience first hand the standards of excellence Rated #13 Best Public Facility in North for which the TPC Network is recognized throughout the America by GolfWorld Magazine’s industry. All it takes is a phone call or visit to our website 2010 Reader’s Choice Poll. to reserve your starting time at one of the premier daily fee 58 Map Key Number facilities in America. 32
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Westchase Golf Club
The Westchase Golf Club course winds through acres of lakes, woods and conservation areas.
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he Westchase Golf Club takes full advantage of its setting‌natural lakes and wetlands teeming with wildlife including an occasional gator. Florida golf at its best. The layout, designed by nationally recognized architect Lloyd Clifton, winds through acres of lakes, woods, conservation areas and communities. Westchase offers manicured greens surrounded by natural wetlands, wooden bridges and bulkheads. With its 9,500-sq.-ft. clubhouse, full-service dining room, and fully stocked pro shop, Westchase offers a country club atmosphere along with first-class service. The golf club has established itself as one of Tampa Bay’s best upscale public golf facilities. The National Golf Foundation has ranked Westchase in the Top 10 nationally and No. 1 in the state of Florida in customer loyalty and satisfaction. Join our e-mail club and be the first to receive e-specials on green fees, merchandise and more. Go to www.westchasegc.com and sign up today. New Westchase Advantage Card Now Available
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(813) 854-2331 www.westchasegc.com
For current rates or to reserve your tee time, visit us online at www.westchasegc.com or call the Pro Shop at (813) 854-2331. Discounted rates and free GPS all year for Advantage Cardholder and up to 3 guests. STATISTICS Par: 72 Blue White Red
Yards Rating Slope 6699 72.6 131 6233 70.6 127 5205 70.8 127
PERSONNEL Architect ....................Lloyd Clifton Gen. Man. ........ Clay Thomas, PGA Dir. of Golf ........ Clay Thomas, PGA Head Pro .......Richard Veghte, PGA Superintendent ....... Gene Roberts 63 Map Key Number
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Summerfield Crossings Golf Club Riverview, FL
(813) 671-3311 www.summerfieldgc.com BOOK ONLINE
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ummerfield Crossings is a links-style golf course that looks like the great layouts of Scotland. This championship course is unique with pot bunkers, waste areas and small, undulating greens. Facilities include a two-tiered driving range, putting and chipping greens and a practice bunker. Doc’s Grille offers a full-service bar, golfer’s grill and full banquet facilities. Now featuring fullcolor GPS on every golf cart. No more pacing off yardage; GPS included with every round of golf.
Please call the Pro Shop at (813) 671-3311 for current rates • Open to the Public. • Great Membership values available. • A Brighton Golf Facility STATISTICS Par-71 Green Gold Black Silver
Yards Rating Slope 6903 73.0 125 6375 70.6 121 5779 67.5 115 5139 69.4 114 51 Map Key Number
Silver Dollar Golf Club Odessa, FL
(813) 920-3884 www.silverdollargolf.com
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ilver Dollar is located in northwest Hillsborough County just a few minutes from Tampa, Clearwater and St. Petersburg. We have 27 holes of championship golf, providing excellent opportunities for walk-on and last-minute tee times. Facilities include driving range, three-hole practice course, chipping green, lounge, snack bar, beverage cart and some of the best greens in the area. Directions: Take SR 580 (Hillsborough Ave) to Race Track Rd., go north six miles to Patterson Rd., then go west three miles to course.
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Yards Gator/Panther PAR: 72 6489 Bobcat/Gator PAR: 73 6222 Panther/Bobcat PAR: 71 6139
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Magnolia Valley Golf Club New Port Richey, FL
(727) 847-2342 BOOK YOUR TEE TIME ONLINE www.magnoliavalleygolfclub.com
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agnolia Valley Golf Club exemplifies the tradition of great golf experiences in the tropical climate of Florida. Whether you are looking for a new home course, a winter haven for golf or the location of your next golf tournament, Magnolia Valley is your best bet. Magnolia Valley offers a challenging 18-hole golf course and a 9-hole executive course that’s great for sharpening up your short game. Come and experience our pristine course conditions today. Visit www.magnoliavalleygolfclub.com for golf specials and promotions.
• Check out our Web site or call the Pro Shop at (727) 847-2342 for current rates. • Call for information on membership specials, tournaments or league specials. • Tee times available up to 7 days in advance. STATISTICS Yards Rating Slope Championship(Cypress/Pines) Par-72 6166 70.3 127 Executive (Palms) Par-33 1808 Map Key Number
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Lexington Oaks Golf Club Wesley Chapel, FL (813) 907-7270 www.lexoaks.com
Please call the Pro Shop at (813) 907-7270 for current rates. Book tee times online 24/7.
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ocated just 20 minutes north of downtown Tampa, Lexington Oaks has built a reputation as one of the best courses in the area. This challenging layout is 6,646 yards from the tips and is known for tough par 3s, fast greens, unparalleled fairways and difficult closing holes. Course conditioning and a commitment to customer service are top priorities and it shows. We invite you to visit our beautiful clubhouse and restaurant when you experience Lexington Oaks for your next round of golf.
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STATISTICS Par-72 Yards Rating Slope Black 6646 72.5 136 Blue 6073 69.6 126 White 5617 67.2 123 Gold (M) 5061 64.4 111 Gold (L) 5061 69.8 114 Red 4435 66.1 104 PERSONNEL Architect ..................Gordon Lewis GM & Dir. of Golf ... Dave Creighton Superintendent ...........Chuck Kelly 76 Map Key Number
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Plantation Palms Golf Club Land O’Lakes, FL
New Ownership
(813) 996-7122 Toll Free: (866) 512-GOLF www.plantationpalms.net
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lantation Palms Golf Club provides every golfer with a challenging and rewarding golf experience. The links-style design has many elevation changes with fast, perfect greens framed by trees, water and large snow-white bunkers. Plantation Palms offers a practice facility where you can work on every phase of your game. There is also a fully stocked Steve’s World of Golf pro shop, a full-service bar and a dining room with a 100-inch big screen TV. MJS Golf Group owns and manages this fine facility and offers great membership packages and a fantastic summer youth golf academy. Come on out and be a part of all the fun!
Please call the Pro Shop at (813) 996-7122 for current rates. Public welcome. Call for information about tournaments, charity and corporate events and banquets. Tee times available up to seven days in advance. STATISTICS Par-72 Blue White Gold Red
Yards 6824 6324 5924 5396
Rating Slope 73.4 139 71.1 135 69.3 131 71.8 130 99 Map Key Number
Tampa Bay Golf & Country Club San Antonio, FL
(352) 588-5454 Public Play Welcome
TifEagle Greens
Please call the Golf Shop at (352) 588-5454 for current rates. Tee times available 3 days in advance.
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ne of Pasco’s best championship golf courses. A challenging layout carved between beautiful lakes and conservation areas. With four sets of tees, the course is appealing to all golfers. Also featuring one of the area’s finest nine-hole executive courses. A great community offering all the amenities of country club living. Conveniently located 25 minutes from Tampa 1/8 mile west of I-75 at S.R. 52. Now managed by Pure Golf Management.
STATISTICS Par-72 Gold Blue White Red
Yards 6210 5835 5482 4632
Rating Slope 70.6 131 69.3 126 66.4 118 67.6 112
PERSONNEL General Manager.........Paul Ascioti Superintendent ....Dennis Swander
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Hernando Oaks Golf & Country Club Brooksville, FL
(352) 799-9908 www.hernandooaksgc.com
Please call the Pro Shop at (352) 799-9908 for current rates. Register at www.hernandooaksgolf.com for Golf Specials.
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ernando Oaks Golf & Country Club features an 18-hole championship course with expansive fairways surrounded by majestic oaks. Scott Pate designed Hernando Oaks to blend in naturally with the native landscape, complementing the rolling wooded terrain just south of Brooksville. Hernando Oaks is a semi-private facility and welcomes tournaments and outings. Golf Digest’s Places to Play rating: 4½ Stars. Tampa Tribune rating: 4½ T’s.
STATISTICS Par-72 Yards Rating Slope Gold 6905 73.3 132 Blue 6430 70.8 127 White 6085 70.2 125 Orange (M) 5777 67.7 114 Orange (L) 5777 72.8 125 Red 5099 69.0 112 DIRECTIONS Located 3 miles south of Brooksville on U.S. Hwy 41 PERSONNEL General Mgr ......... Rich Unger, PGA Superintendent ..........Mike McNeil 46 Map Key Number
Sherman Hills Golf & Country Club Brooksville, FL
(352) 544-0990 (888) TEE-IT-UP Toll Free www.shermanhillsgolf.com
Golf & Country Club
Please call the Pro Shop at (352) 544-0990 for current rates. Check our website for specials and coupons.
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herman Hills Golf & Country Club is a public, 18-hole championship golf course located in beautiful northeastern Hernando County, just a half-mile east of I-75 at Exit 301 (SR 50). Under new ownership, Sherman Hills rewards golfers with great service, excellent conditions and a truly unique site that boasts some of the highest elevations in Florida. All carts are equipped with free GPS. Rated 3½ Stars by Golf Digest Places to Play. The remodeled clubhouse now features a pro shop, restaurant and full liquor bar for your added enjoyment.
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STATISTICS Par-72 Black Blue White (M) White (W) Gold (M) Gold (W) Red
Yards 6773 6305 5733 5733 5009 5009 4371
Rating Slope 72.1 122 69.4 118 66.1 112 72.9 123 63.2 103 67.6 111 63.2 104
DIRECTIONS Take I-75 to Exit #301. Go east 1/2 mile on Hwy. 50. Entrance on left. Map Key Number
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The Dunes Golf Club Weeki Wachee, FL
Juniors Play FREE With a Paying Adult Year Round
(352) 596-7888 (800) 232-1363 www.dunesgolfclub.com
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his gem, designed by renowned golf course architect Arthur Hills, offers an extraordinary golfing experience well worth the trip from anywhere in the Tampa Bay area. The dramatic, rolling terrain is dominated by intimidating native sand dunes and a mature planned pine forest. The friendly staff is committed to making your day at the Dunes an enjoyable one. The Dunes is located on US Hwy. 19, 10 miles north of SR 50 and Weeki Wachee. For information regarding stay and play packages at Plantation Golf Resort & Spa, contact Starla Hayes toll free at (800) 524-7733. THE DUNES HONORS ALL GOLF DISCOUNT PLAY CARDS.
STATISTICS Par-72 Yards Rating Slope Black 7200 74.0 132 Blue 6767 72.2 129 White 6222 69.8 122 Gold 5803 66.9 115 Red 5007 68.8 113 PERSONNEL Architect..........................Arthur Hills Director of Golf ................ Jim Cocchi Head Professional ..Walter Newell, PGA Teaching Pro .........Gary Nicoll, PGA “Single Plane” Teacher...Craig Young Superintendent .......... Roger Edwards Pro Shop Manager ..... Melissa Turner 26 Map Key Number
Play the Jewel of Citrus County Local and destination golfers alike will enjoy the challenges and thrills of this links-style course. Golfers accustomed to the fl atter layouts of traditional Florida golf courses will be pleasantly surprised by the rolling landscapes of Twisted Oaks. When you discover how a˜ ordable it is to play, we know you’ll be visiting us again and again.
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(352) 746-6257
4801 N. Forest Ridge Rd., Beverly Hills, FL 34465
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World Woods Golf Club
World Woods features 36 holes of championship golf created by renowned architect Tom Fazio.
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ine Barrens is a tight, intimidating layout named for its abundant pine trees and barren waste areas. The signature course at World Woods, Pine Barrens has the terrain, style and feel of Pine Valley, the consensus number one course in the world. Pine Barrens is consistently rated among the top 100 golf courses in many major U.S golf publications. Traditional in style, Rolling Oaks is fashioned after the likeness of Augusta National. Gentle, rolling hills lined with live oaks, dogwoods and magnolias complement the large greens, which feature multiple tiers and cavernous bunkers. Rolling Oaks is also rated among the top 100 golf courses in the U.S. by several national golf publications. Both courses are among the few given Florida’s top rating in Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play” 5-Stars. INQUIRE ABOUT “WORLD WOODS GOLF VILLAS” COMPLIMENTARY LUNCH
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(352) 796-5500 www.worldwoods.com Call the Pro Shop at (352) 796-5500 for current rates or tee times, or book online. ROLLING OAKS STATISTICS Par: 72 Yards Rating Slope Elite 7333 74.8 132 Black 6873 72.3 129 Green 6438 70.3 121 White 5943 68.0 115 Red 5011 68.3 116 PINE BARRENS STATISTICS Par: 71 Yards Rating Slope Elite 7237 75.3 133 Black 6817 72.5 131 Green 6316 70.2 125 White 5891 68.5 118 Red 4983 68.4 114 PERSONNEL Architect ....................... Tom Fazio Gen. Manager . Scott Wyckoff, PGA Dir. Golf Operations ..... Roger Kirby Superintendent.. David Court, GCSAA Map Key Number
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easuring more than 7,000 yards from the back tees, River Club is considered one of the more challenging layouts in the area. Two distinctive nines incorporate rolling fairways with plenty of mounding on the front; and dense woods with undulating, rolling greens on the back. To add to the playability, the Ron Garl-designed 18-hole championship course has incorporated all new state-of-the-art Jones Dwarf greens. Rated ★★★★ by Golf Digest.
DIRECTIONS Conveniently located one mile east of I-75 (exit 217), only minutes from Sarasota, Tampa and St. Pete. STATISTICS Par-72 Gold Blue White Green Red
Yards 7031 6621 6102 5495 5056
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River Strand Golf & Country Club Bradenton, FL
(941) 708-3617 www.riverstrandgolf.com
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he new 27-hole championship golf course at River Strand, designed by world-renowed architect Arthur Hills, offers a first-class golf experience that will be challenging for the low handicap golfer, yet fair and fun for the less-accomplished player. 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 and its practice facilities provide the opportunity to practice all aspects of your game.
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PHONE
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PINELLAS COUNTY 10
Baypointe GC
Public
3,167-2,384/63
(727) 595-2095
21
(727) 581-5498
21
9399 Commodore Dr., Seminole 33776; Ulmerton west to Oakhurst. 4
Belleview Biltmore Golf Club Semi-Private
6,614-5,143/71
1501 Indian Rocks Rd., Belleair, 33576; East Bay W. to Indian Rocks Rd., then North to course. 12
Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Club
Public
5,454/3,929/69
(727) 726-4673
22
3030 McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater 33761; 1/4 mi.n. of SR 580 on west side of McMullen Booth Rd. 18
Cove Cay Country Club
Semi-Private
6,161-4,704/70
(727) 535-1406
23
2612 Cove Cay Dr., Clearwater, FL 33760; Off U.S. 19 1 mile north of East Bay Dr. 44
Crescent Oaks CC
Semi-Private
6,914-4,260/72
(727) 937-4653
23
3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd., Tarpon Springs 34688; On Eastlake Rd., 1/2 mile n. of Keystone Rd. 30
Cypress Links
Municipal
1,311/27
(727) 551-3333
22
875 62nd Ave., NE, St. Petersburg 33702; On 62nd Ave. N. 1 mile east of 4th St. 49
Dunedin Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,625-4,710/72
(727) 733-7836
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1050 Palm Blvd., Dunedin 34698; East of U.S. Alt. 19 and South of Curlew Rd. 9
East Bay Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,462-5,193/71
(727) 581-3333
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702 Country Club Dr., Largo 33771; 2 miles west of US 19 off East Bay Dr. 21
Isla Del Sol Yacht & CC
Private
6,207-4,806/71
(727) 864-2417
65
6000 Sun Blvd., St. Petersburg 33715; 54th Ave. S., 3 miles west of U.S. Hwy 19. 79
Largo Golf Course
Municipal
3,335-2,655/62
(727) 518-3024
67
12500 131st St. N., Largo 33770; 4 blocks north of SR 688 on 131st St. North. 64
Mainlands GC
Public
4,803-4,180/67
(727) 577-4847
25
9445 Mainlands Blvd. W., Pinellas Park 33782; US 19 N., 1 mile north of Park Blvd. 30
Mangrove Bay GC
Municipal
6,656-5,176/72
(727) 893-7800
22
875 62nd Ave., NE, St. Petersburg 33702; 62nd Ave., North 1 mile east of 4th St. 98
Pinecrest GC
Semi-Private
2,235-2,029/55-56
(727) 584-6497
25
1200-8th Ave., S.W. Largo 34640; 8th Ave., S.W. 1 1/2 miles west of Seminole Blvd. 22
Seminole Lake Country Club Semi-Private
6,601-5,536/72
(727) 391-6255
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6100 Augusta Blvd., Seminole 33777; Part St. N. to Augusta Blvd., south to course. 36
St. Petersburg Country Club Private
6,912-4,809/72
(727) 867-2111
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6,105-5,338/72
(727) 934-5191
26
2000 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg 33712 32
Tarpon Springs Golf Course
Municipal
1310 S. Pinellas Ave., Tarpon Springs 34689; On Alt. 19 one mile north of Klosterman Rd. 42
Tarpon Woods Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,540-5,245/72
(727) 784-7606
18-19
1100 Tarpon Woods Blvd., Palm Harbor 34686; On Eastlake Rd., 2 miles north of Tampa Rd. 31
Twin Brooks GC
Municipal
2,016/54
(727) 893-7445
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3800 22nd Ave. S., St. Petersburg 33711; 22nd Ave. S.; 1/2 mile west of US 19 35
Wentworth Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,459-5,010/72
(727) 942-4760
26
2990 Wentworth Way, Tarpon Springs 34688; Located on East Lake Rd. just south of Keystone Rd.
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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY 53
Babe Zaharias Golf Course
Municipal
6,244-5,256/70
(813) 631-4374
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11412 Forest Hills Dr., Tampa 33612; I-275 to Fowler Ave. exit, west 2 miles. 6
Cheval Golf & Country Club
Semi-Private
7,031-5,085/72
(813) 949-4231
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4312 Cheval Blvd., Lutz 33549; On N. Dale Mabry, just north of Veteran’s Expressway. 17
The Eagles Golf Club
Semi-Private
36 holes
(813) 920-6681
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The Forest 6,719-4,910/72; The Lakes 7,074-5,375/72 16101 Nine Eagles Dr., Odessa 33556; SR 584 to Race Track Rd., north 3 miles. 38
Freedom Fairways GC
Semi-Private
3,267-2,056/63
(813) 633-GOLF
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3940 Upper Creek dr. Sun City Center 33573; I-75 exit 240 to 1st light. Turn left then right at Upper Creek Dr. 87
Heritage Harbor G & CC
Public
6,898-4,773/72
(813) 949-4886
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19502 Heritage Harbor Pkwy., Lutz 33558; North on Dale Mabry to Lutz Fern Rd., west to course. 91
Heritage Isles G&CC
Public
6,976-4,832/72
(813) 907-7447
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10630 Plantation Bay Dr., Tampa 33647; Take Bruce R. Downs Blvd. to Cross Creek Blvd., east 3 1/2 miles. 37
Pebble Creek Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,436-5,280/71
(813) 973-3870
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10550 Regents Park Dr., Tampa 33647; Bruce B. Downs Blvd. 7 miles north of Bearss Ave. 54
Rocky Point Golf Course
Municipal
6,450-5,172/71
(813) 673-4316
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4151 Dana Shores Dr., Tampa 33614; 2 miles west of Tampa Int’l Airport off Memorial Hwy. 55
Rogers Park Golf Course
Municipal
6,855-6,215/72
(813) 356-1670
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(813) 920-3884
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7910 N. 30th St., Tampa 33610; I-275 to Sligh exit, east to 30th Street. 47
Silver Dollar Golf Club
Public
27 Holes
Bobcat/Panther 6,489/72; Panther/Bobcat 6,139/71; Bobcat/Gator 6,222/72 12711 Silver Dollar Dr., Odessa 33556; SR 584 to Race Track Rd., north 6 miles to Patterson Rd. West 3 miles. 51
Summerfield Crossings GC
Semi-Private
6,903-5,139/71
(813) 671-3311
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13050 Summerfield Blvd., Riverview 33568; 1-75 to exit 246, east 2 miles on Big Bend Rd. 58
TPC Tampa Bay
Daily Fee
6,898-5,036/71
(813) 949-0090
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5300 Lutz-Lake Fern Rd., Lutz 33558; 1/2 mile east of Veteran’s Expressway (SR 589) Exit #16. 63
Westchase Golf Club
Public
6,710-5,205/72
(813) 854-2331
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11602 Westchase Golf Dr., Tampa 33626; Take Veteran’s Expressway to exit 7. Go west on Linebaugh Ave. 3.5 miles
PASCO COUNTY 66
Fox Hollow Golf Club
Semi-Private
7,138-4,454/71
(727) 376-6333
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10050 Robert Trent Jones Pkwy., New Port Richey 34655; On Little Rd., 3 miles south of SR 54. 76
Lexington Oaks Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,724-4,515/72
(813) 907-7270
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(727) 847-2342
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26133 Lexington Oaks Blvd., Wesley Chapel 33544; 1 mile west of I-75. 34
Magnolia Valley Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,106-4,869/71
7223 Massachusetts Ave., New Port Richey 34653; Located 4 miles east of US 19. 99
Plantation Palms GC
Daily Fee
6,824-5,396/72
(813) 996-7122
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23253 Plantation Blvd., Land O’ Lakes 34639; I-75 to SR 54, 7 miles west to Collier Pkwy. North 1 mile. 50
Summertree Golf Club
Public
2,836/35
(727) 856-0771
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11816 Paradise Pointe Way, New Port Richey 34654; On S.R. 52 3 miles East of Little Rd. 28
Tampa Bay G&CC
Semi-Private
6,212-4,516/71
(352) 588-5454
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10641 Old Tampa Bay Dr., San Antonio 33576; I-75 to S.R. 52 West 1/8 mile.
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The Dunes Golf Club
Semi-Private
7,195-5,034/72
(352) 596-7888
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18200 Seville Clubhouse Dr., Weeki Wachi 34614; On U.S. 19 N. about 10 miles north of S.R. 50. 46
Hernando Oaks GC
Semi-Private
6,915-5,099/72
(352) 799-9908
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5230 Delacroix Dr., Brooksville 34604; Take Veterans Expwy. to Spring Hill Dr, Go east to 41, then north 1.4 mi. 71
Sherman Hills GC
Public
6,773-4,371/72
(352) 544-0990
37
(352) 277-5000
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1 Eagle Falls Dr., Brooksville 34602; 1/2 mile east of I-75 on S.R. 50 77
Southern Hills Plantation
Private
7,153-5,205/72
5374 Broad St. (U.S.41), Brooksville 34604; Take Veterans Expwy to Spring Hill Dr., go east to 41, then north 2 miles. 81
World Woods GC
Public
36 Holes
(352) 796-5500
39
Rolling Oaks 6,935-5,441/72; Pine Barrens 6,902-5,301/71 17590 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Brooksville 34614; Hwy. 98, 5 miles east of U.S. Hwy 19.
CITRUS COUNTY 83
Twisted Oaks Golf Club
Semi-Private
6,773-5,132/72
(352) 746-6257
38
4801 N. Forest Ridge Blvd., Beverly Hills 34465; Take Rt. 491 to Forest Ridge Rd. Turn south and follow to course.
MANATEE COUNTY 24
Imperial Lakewoods GC
Semi-Private
7,019-5,275/72
(941) 747-4653
41
(941) 751-4211
40
6807 Buffalo Rd. Palmetto 34221; I-75 to exit 229, then east to course. 43
River Club
Semi-Private
7,026-5,157/72
6600 River Club Blvd., Bradenton 34202; 1 mile east of I-75 off SR 70. (Exit 217). 74
River Strand G&CC
Semi-Private
27 Holes
(941) 708-3617
40
Estuary/Sanctuary 7,113/72; Tributary/Estuary 6,854/72; Sanctuary/Tributary 6,687/72 7155 Grand Estuary Trial, Bradenton 34212; I-75 to Exit 220, east on SR 64.
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(727) 392-1234 (727) 399-1000 (727) 442-0229 (727) 443-5078 (727) 796-2153 (727) 937-3191 (727) 733-6728 (727) 784-8576 (727) 572-6677 (727) 785-9819 (727) 784-7333 (727) 581-1710 (727) 381-7922 (727) 447-5272 (727) 393-8483 (727) 360-6062 (727) 896-8000 (727) 942-2000
Apollo Beach Tampa Valrico Valrico Sun City Tampa Tampa Sun City Valrico Tampa Ruskin Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Valrico Ruskin Sun City Center Tampa Temple Terrace Temple Terrace Plant City
(813) 645-6212 (813) 961-1754 (813) 685-4105 (813) 689-7766 (813) 634-2870 (813) 632-6893 (813) 854-1182 (813) 642-9091 (813) 689-7219 (813) 961-1369 (813) 634-8888 (813) 973-1000 (813) 840-6905 (813) 962-0428 (813) 926-8888 (813) 253-3061 (813) 653-1554 (813) 645-2000 (813) 634-3311 (813) 972-1991 (813) 988-1791 (813) 985-4653 (813) 754-8575
St. Leo Bayonet Point Holiday Land O’ Lakes
(352) 588-2016 (727) 868-9528 (727) 934-7317 (813) 996-0161
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Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Tampa Bay
PHONE (727) 446-6644 (352) 277-5007 (800) 605-2582 (727) 725-1199 teeofftampabay.com (215) 813-0237
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Heritage Pines CC PV Hudson (727) 861-1645 Heritage Springs CC PV New Port Richey (727) 372-5281 The Links GC SP Hudson (727) 868-1091 Links of Lake Bernadette SP Zephyrhills (813) 788-7888 Meadow Oaks G&CC SP Hudson (727) 856-2878 Quail Ridge G&CC SP Spring Hill (813) 996-2630 River Ridge GC SP New Port Richey (727) 847-4762 Saddlebrook Resort R/PV Wesley Chapel (813) 973-1111 Scotland Yards SP Dade City (352) 567-7600 Sea Pines GC SP Hudson (727) 863-1214 Seven Springs G & CC SP New Port Richey (727) 376-0035 Silverado G&CC SP Zephyrhills (813) 788-1225 Southport Springs GC SP Zephyrhills (813) 780-7637 Springer’s Gulf Harbors GC P New Port Richey (727) 849-7675 Timber Greens CC SP New Port Richey (727) 372-0789 Town & Country GC SP Dade City (352) 567-6622 Zephyrhills GC M Zephyrhills (813) 782-0714 HERNANDO COUNTY Brookridge CC PV Brooksville (352) 596-8161 Brooksville CC SP Brooksville (352) 796-8879 Glen Lakes CC PV Brooksville (352) 597-1118 The Heather G & CC SP Brooksville (352) 596-2019 High Point Golf Club PV Brooksville (352) 596-0833 Oak Hills GC SP Spring Hill (352) 683-6830 The Quarry P Brooksville (352) 544-5495 Rivard G & CC SP Brooksville (352) 796-1410 The Ridge GC SP Ridge Manor (352) 608-4800 Seven Hills GC SP Spring Hill (352) 688-8888 Sherman Hills GC P Brooksville (352) 544-0990 Silverthorn CC SP Brooksville (352) 799-4653 Southern Hills Plantation PV Brooksville (352) 277-5000 Spring Hill G&CC SP Spring Hill (352) 556-5237 Timber Pines CC PV Spring Hill (352) 666-2311 CITRUS COUNTY Black Diamond Rch G & CC PV Lecanto (352) 746-3446 Citrus Hills G & CC SP Hernando (352) 746-4425 Citrus Springs CC SP Citrus Springs (352) 489-5045 El Diablo G&CC SP Citrus Springs (352) 465-0986 Inverness G & CC PV Inverness (352) 637-2526 Lakeside CC SP Inverness (352) 726-1461 Plantation Inn R/SP Crystal River (800) 632-6262 Point O’ Woods GC SP Inverness (352) 726-3113 Pine Ridge GC SP Beverly Hills (352) 746-6177 Seven Rivers G & CC PV Crystal River (352) 795-2100 Skyview at Terra Vista SP Hernando (352) 746-3664 Southern Woods CC PV Homosassa (352) 382-5996 Sugarmill Woods CC PV Homosassa (352) 382-2663 SP-Semi-private, PV-Private, P-Public, M-Municipal, R-Resort, MIL-Military
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Local Golf News from the Greater Tampa Bay Area ■ Golf Repair Center Adds Titleist Fitting System Owner Bob VanSweden has added a Titleist fitting cart to his fitting studio at 230026th St. North in St. Petersburg. Titleist drivers, fairway metals, hybrids and irons, Titleist golf balls, Scotty Cameron Putters and Vokey Wedges are also now available at the Golf Repair Center. There are separate fitting systems for both Scotty Cameron Putters and Vokey Wedges. The Golf Repair Center utilizes the only Scotty Cameron putter bending machine in the Tampa Bay area. “It’s great to have the opportunity to work with Titleist again,” says VanSweden, who was the 2005 Southeast Regional Club Fitter of Year for Titleist. “They are a great addition to our existing lineup of major club manufacturers.” The Golf Repair Center also features TaylorMade, Callaway, Cobra and Mizuno fitting systems. A state-of-the-art Flight Scope Launch Monitor gives VanSweden a technological edge when fitting customers for drivers, fairway metals, hybrids and irons. For more information or to schedule a fitting appointment, call VanSweden at (727) 321-4653. ■ Blue Collar Golf Expands its Largo Store Blue Collar Golf, where the common man isn’t so common, has expanded its store located at 11616 Seminole Blvd. in Largo. The store has increased by about one-third to a total of 3,400 square feet. 64
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Owner Ernest Porter is a certified custom club fitter and club maker. The store features a 20-foot indoor hitting cage with a Zelocity Pure Launch Monitor for accurate swing analysis and custom fitting. Ernest carries name brands such as Integra, Dynacraft, Bang, Krank, and Acer, just to name a few. Complete club repair services are available and done on the premises. The store also has a full array of accessories and clothing. A new addition is the Nancy Lopez line of apparel, hats, golf bags and putters. The expanded store now features a synthetic putting green so you can try before you buy. Ernest is an active participant in charity events and PBA tournaments. He belongs to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Advisory Board. Show him your military, firefighter or law enforcement ID and he will give you a discount as a “thank you” for your service. He is also left-handed friendly. At Blue Collar Golf you will always receive top-notch customer service. Everyone is treated equally all the time. ■ Holes In One Report John Bilodeau The Dunes No. 13 Jan. 27 Glen Hall Jr. Diamond Hill No. 6 March 10 Tom Kuznicki Treasure Bay No. 1 April 16 Jeff Kritsberg MacDill AFB(S) No. 7 May 5 To report your hole in one, e-mail the information to bfellenz@tampabay.rr.com or fax to (727) 527-0087.
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range and a fully stocked pro shop. sla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club is The all-inclusive Summer Golf Memheading into its seventh successful year bership is affordably priced at $1,000 offering summer golf memberships for the four months – this membership and expects this summer to be a blow out! includes everything! You They have designed a very receive unlimited golf affordable, full-service privileges, cart fee only. summer membership You also have use of the package to appeal to driving range and chiplocal singles, couples, YACH and families, from June T & COUNTRY CLUB ping range free of charge. As a summer member, you 1 to Sept. 30, – four full also have the privilege to months! bring guests – what a great way to impress For golfers of all levels, the Par-71 your friends! championship golf course encompassed The number of Summer Golf Memby the beautiful waters of Boca Ciega berships being offered is limited, so call Bay offers challenging play, supported the membership office at 727-906-4752 by director of golf Fred Curtis and his to reserve your membership today. Go to PGA professional staff that offers private www.idsycc.com for details. ■ lessons, complimentary clinics, a driving
We are Open to the Public June 1 –September 30, 2012! YACH T & COUNTRY CLUB Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club is opening its doors to outside play June 1st through September 30, 2012. Tee times are available after 10:00 a.m. any day. The course is closed on Tuesdays.
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■ Schedule of Events • Thanks Troops Golf Classic The 4th annual Thanks Troops Golf Classic event is one of more than 120 across the U.S. to raise funds for our disabled combat veterans and their families. Through the efforts of “Tee It Up For The Troops,” funds are distributed to many other organizations such as the Fisher House and the Green Beret Foundation. The Tampa Bay area event will be held Friday, Sept. 7 (9:30 a.m. shotgun) at Cheval CC in Lutz. The format is a 4-person scramble. The $175 entry fee per player ($600 per foursome) includes greens fee and cart, tee gift, breakfast, lunch and dinner, complimentary on-course beverages, silents and live autions and great awards. A variety of sponsorships are available. For more information, contact Bill Gilkes at (727) 799-2397 or email wgilkesjr@aol.com.
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n A Message From The Chapter President First I would like to thank Marc Carter, host professional of the Chapter Championships held at Old Memorial in mid-June. He donated both carts and greens fees for both days of the event. In late July we will be conducting the chapter’s first teaching summit on a Wednesday evening at the Downs Golf. Four instructors, all of whom have been selected the North Florida Section Teacher of the Year, will be conducting the seminar. Look for more information later. Mark Nov. 19 on your calendars for the Pro-Pro with the East Central Chapter at Golden Ocala CC. This is our first ever event with another chapter and the venue we are playing is one of the best in the state. – Jon Johnson, President
n 2012 West Central Chapter Award Winners Professional of the Year: Tom Mc Crary, Glen Lakes CC
n 2012 West Central Chapter Schedule of Events Mon. July 2 Pro-Am @ Lone Palm Mon. Aug. 6 Pro-Supt. @ Cyprs. Run Mon. Aug. 27 Pro-Am @ Avila Mon. Sep. 24 Patriot Day Pro-Am Scratch @ Quail Hollow Mon. Oct. 8 Shootout @ Glen Lakes Mon. Oct. 22 Pro-Pro @ Rocky Point
Sales Representative of the Year: Mike Angelo, Titleist Golf
Teacher of the Year: Matt Mitchell*, The Downs Golf Junior Golf Leader: James Kyle, East Lake Woodlands CC Assistant of the Year: Mike Touhey*, Temple Terrace CC Patriot Award: Ken Juhn, Terrace Hill GC Horton Smith (Education): Kennie Sims, Tampa Sports Authority President’s Plaque: Jeff Leonard, The First Tee Tampa Bay Bill Strausbaugh (Club Relations): Tom McKone, Tarpon Woods GC
Amateur of the Year: Kris Hedstrom* Merchandiser of the Year (Private): Chris Slattery*, Avila CC Merchandiser of the Year (Public): Justin Wink, TPC Tampa Bay Merchandiser of the Year (Resort): Randy Mosley*, Renaissance Vinoy * These individuals also won the North Florida Section PGA award in the same category.
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Let your junior player see the situation Mon. Apr. 30
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By John Hayes, PGA Let me give you four simple questions to ask your junior golfers (or any golfers for that matter) which will encourage them to think and to observe themselves, and will lead to a more productive practice session or postround analysis. Question 1 Does your grip look the way it should This forces the player to look at the grip and you may discover that the junior golfer does not have a clear picture of how the hands should be placed on the club. You may want to take a close-up photo of the player’s hands so they can see their grip. Sometimes this photo will be good motivation to change the hands to a correct grip position. Question 2 Is the clubface on target at address? Once the junior golfer is in the address position the parent can stand next to their front leg and then take hold of the club, keep it very still, and then ask the golfer to let go of the club and walk back on the target line to check the alignment of the clubface. When the golfer goes back on the target line it becomes much easier to recognize a misaligned clubface. Question 3 Are you square to the clubface at address? When golfers put their focus on the leading edge of the clubface they may notice if they are facing behind or ahead of the ball. You may ask them to hold the club up in front of them with the shaft level with the ground and check to see if the leading edge of the clubface is vertical. This indicates the clubface is square in relation to the golfer. 70
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Question 4 Weds. May 2 Bardmoor Did you swing the club the way you wanted? Mon. May 7 TBA The first thing that this question can do is to Thurs. May 10 Seminole Lake have the golfer focus on their motion with Mon. May 14 Pasadena the club and not on the shot that results. Thurs. May 17 All of us golfers can get so Isla Del Sol focused on the ball and the Mon. May 21 result we want (or don’t Bayou Club want) that we put no attenThurs. May 24 tion on the only thing we Countryside have control of which is the Mon. May 28 golf club. Question 4 is also Memorial Day very open-ended and can Thurs. May 31 help junior golfers see where Belleair their awareness was on any Mon. June 4 particular shot. Quite often St. Pete CC golfers have no idea what Thurs. June 7 Bayou Club they did with the swing because they were so Mon. June 11 Innisbrook (Osprey S) involved with trying to force results. Thurs. June 14 ELW (N) Notice that none of the four questions Mon. June 18 TBA involve the score that the player shot or Thurs. June 21 Seminole Lake where they finished in the tournament. The Mon. June 25 Countryside big thing with all of these questions is that Thurs. June 28 Bardmoor the player sees the situation and the player Regular and senior (55+) men’s and then can take the responsibility to make the ladies’ divisions. Call (727) 446-6644, improvement. This is not a parent judging visit countygolf.com or e-mail: and dictating a change to be made! CGA@countygolf.com John Hayes is a PGA Teaching Professional at the Chi Chi Golf Range & Family • Senior Golf Association Sports Complex at 2987 N. McMullen Booth Thurs. Mar. 1 Bardmoor Rd., Clearwater. He has been a PGA of America Mon. Mar. 5 Heritage Harbor member for over 20 years. John wrote and pubThurs. Mar. 8 Northdale lished the book, “Learning Golf with Manuel” in Mon. Mar. 12 Countryside 2009. He spent over 100 days studying the game Weds. Mar. 14 River Wilderness with PGA and World Golf Teacher’s hall of Mon. Mar. 19 Plantation Palms hamer Manuel de la Torre. John was named Thurs. Mar. 22 Tampa Palms the No. 1 teacher in the state of Missouri by Mon. Mar. 26 Crescent Oaks Golf Digest. He was also named a Top 50 Thurs. Mar. 29 Clearwater GC Kid Teacher by U.S. Kids Golf. To book a lesson Mon. Apr. 2 ELW (S) with John, email jh@johnhayesgolf.com or call Thurs. Apr. 5 Tarpon Springs (727) 692-4679.
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