Cover Story – SMU Head Golf Coach Chris Parra
Chris Parra’s career in golf has taken plenty of twists and turns along the way. From evenings working on his game at Las Colinas Country Club and TPC Las Colinas (now The Nelson Golf & Sports Club), to beginning his collegiate career playing for the legendary John Fields at the University of New Mexico, Parra […]
Course Review – Lake Park Golf Course
Lake Park Golf Club has been a Lewisville staple since the mid-1990s. This lakeside property, now managed by Arcis Golf, offers a solid day on the links, some nice views, and above average course conditions. In an era where golf greens fees are skyrocketing, Lake Park continues to charge a reasonable rate that sits right […]
Cover Story – Renovation at TPC Craig Ranch
The host course of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, TPC Craig Ranch is widely regarded as one of the best properties in the Invited Clubs stable. The club, which is the brainchild of business mogul David Craig, opened to much acclaim in 2004, with a state-of-the-art clubhouse and the Tom Weiskopf-designed 18-hole championship course. In […]
Course Review – Sugar Tree Golf Club
Sugar Tree Golf Club has been a fun day getaway course for those on the west side of the Metroplex for years. First opened in 1988, this Phil Lumsden designed, par-72 track offers rolling topography, tree framed fairways and a spectacular view of the Brazos River on the inward nine. Located in Lipan, which is […]
After the Round – The Mont Fort Worth
There’s an old southern idiom my grandparents used all the time. When I hadn’t seen them for a couple of weeks, they would tell me: “you sure are growing like a weed.” The same can be said for Fort Worth. Over the last several years, Panther City and its surrounding areas have exploded with growth […]
Cover Story – George Dunham
For over 30 years, George Dunham has been a driving force behind one of the most successful radio shows in Dallas radio history. As a member of “The Musers” on Sportsradio 96.7 and 1310 The Ticket, Dunham, Craig Miller and Gordon Keith have brought a unique style and perspective to not only sports talk, but […]
Travel – Central Oregon
Oregon is widely known for its coastal golf. Bandon Dunes has been one of the most desirable golf trip destinations in America for a little over 25 years. In that time, thousands of players have made the trip to what many consider to be the American golf mecca, and most come away with rave reviews. […]
Feature – DFW Car & Toy Museum
Ron Sturgeon is the definition of the American dream. From humble beginnings, Sturgeon went to Richland High School, and when his father passed away when Ron was 17, he was left with almost nothing. One of the few things his dad did pass down was a Volkswagen Beetle. Sturgeon taught himself how to work on […]
Course Review – Stonebriar Fazio
In the past, our monthly AVIDGOLFER Magazine course feature has typically been reserved for municipal and daily fee courses. But, on occasion, we will branch out and visit a course that might be semi-private or a resort property. Take Old American and The Tribute in The Colony or the Fields Ranch courses at the Omni […]
Feature – Texas Wounded Warrior Foundation
The Texas Wounded Warrior Foundation has been serving our wounded veterans with medical bills, housing, emotional support, rehabilitation and building relationships since 2007. With a mission to bridge the gap between military benefits and real-world, real-time needs, this Tyler-based organization has raised almost $9 million for these veterans and their families … oftentimes, when they […]