This time around it was different. They changed the name, and they changed their game. The third installment of Architecture Week on Golf Channel’s Morning Drive took a different approach, and for me, it hit the sweet spot. This time around was different for me as well. For the previous two AWs, I was ableContinue reading “Right on the Sweet Spot – Architecture Week III”
Author Archives: Jason Way
Bandon Preserve Course Tour by Jon Cavalier
BANDON PRESERVE – A COURSE TOUR & APPRECIATION Bandon Dunes Resort, Bandon, OR – Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw Bandon Preserve sits on a nook of cliffside dunes between Bandon Trails to the East and Bandon Dunes to the north. The setting for this little gem is spectacular — every hole has views of theContinue reading “Bandon Preserve Course Tour by Jon Cavalier”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 13 (4 Course Concept Revisited)
Our Lead Architect David Zinkand has completed his Preliminary Design of the new Canal Shores (below), bringing to life the 4 Course Concept that we have been discussing. It has certainly come a long way since the idea’s inception. This design is considered preliminary, rather than final, for several reasons: We are committed to continuingContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 13 (4 Course Concept Revisited)”
Jon Cavalier’s Top 10 New Courses in 2015
The end of the year is a time for reflection on days past, anticipation of days to come, and most of all, a time for … LISTS! Top 10 lists seem to be everywhere this week, and far be it for me to resist this trend. So, in that vein, here are the Top 10Continue reading “Jon Cavalier’s Top 10 New Courses in 2015”
2015 Geeked on Golf Tour
What a year. I took the madness to another level this year, playing 49 different golf courses in 11 different states. 34 of those golf courses were first time plays. As an indication of the quality of the 2015 golf adventure, I would make a point and an effort to go back to 33 ofContinue reading “2015 Geeked on Golf Tour”
Home Course Hero – An Interview with Architect Mike DeVries
Anyone who has played golf in Northern Michigan knows how truly special it is. Not only is it home to one of the greatest golf courses in the world – Crystal Downs – it is also home to some of the best golf course architects working today. Mike DeVries is one of those GCAs. AsContinue reading “Home Course Hero – An Interview with Architect Mike DeVries”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 12 (Good Geeky Fun)
Yesterday was one of the best golf days I have ever had. With a little nudge from some of the members of GolfClubAtlas, Pat Goss and I put together a day for good, geeky golf fun. It began with an outing for the Honourable Company of Reverse Jans Golfers, and ended with a Gathering ofContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 12 (Good Geeky Fun)”
Multimedia, Multitalented – An Interview with Architect Brett Hochstein
Pasatiempo. It doesn’t get much better than a trip around Dr. Mac’s home course. That is, unless you receive an invite to visit another course later that same day where talented architects, shapers and supers are working their magic. A golf geek’s dream day come true. I was fortunate enough to have just such aContinue reading “Multimedia, Multitalented – An Interview with Architect Brett Hochstein”
Growing Grass – An Interview with Superintendent Brian Palmer
“I’ve had enough of winter already. Looking forward to growing grass again.” This text message, sent to me by Shoreacres Superintendent Brian Palmer, sums up what I love and respect about Supers. It is rare indeed to find a profession that consistently produces such passionate and dedicated individuals. Brian epitomizes that professional commitment. The seasonContinue reading “Growing Grass – An Interview with Superintendent Brian Palmer”
Bandon Trails Course Tour by Jon Cavalier
BANDON TRAILS – A COURSE TOUR & APPRECIATION Bandon Dunes Resort, Bandon, OR – Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw Among the four full courses at Bandon Dunes Resort, Bandon Trails stands out as the most different from the group. Though the course starts just south of the Bandon Dunes course and plays through dunes forContinue reading “Bandon Trails Course Tour by Jon Cavalier”