Grand Prairie’s Tangle Ridge Golf Club has been a staple for those in the southern part of DFW since it first opened back in 1995. Architect Jeff Brauer used some of the best topography in the Metroplex to create a layout that is few and far between in North Texas. It’s no secret that there isn’t a great amount of …
It can be rare to find someone who is truly a master of their craft. Tiger’s stinger, Brady’s defensive reads, Dirk’s one-legged fadeaway. All these are examples of those who have operated at the pinnacle of their abilities. While Jay Jerrier is unlikely to grace the hardwood of an NBA floor or football field anytime soon, he has undoubtedly perfected …
2019 was a tremendous year for Dallas/Fort Worth golf. Favorable weather conditions and a Metroplex chock-full of talented agronomy teams kept courses fantastic throughout the year. With that in mind, 2019 was one of the most competitive ever in AG’s annual Best of Public rankings. From Old American and Cowboys to Prairie Lakes and Bear Creek, the area is loaded …
With his now signature long hair dripping with sweat, Kyle Berkshire makes his final preparations to become a long drive immortal. Ball after ball sail into the Oklahoma night sky, seemingly never reaching for the ground below. Berkshire, a 22-year-old destroyer of golf balls, known for his flowing brown locks and rock-step triggered, 155-mph swing, has been playing golf since …
Just East of Loop 12 in Dallas sits what used to be Twin Wells Golf Course. The course had fallen on hard times and the City of Irving wanted to revamp this track to reflect their commitment to community and give the city a course they could be proud of. After securing a budget, officials reached out to John Colligan …
Whitestone Golf Club has long been a destination for those in the southern half of Tarrant Country. Just off Highway 377 South about 15 minutes southwest of Downtown Fort Worth, this course opened as we welcomed a new century back in 2000. In the years since, the course has seen its ups and downs, but a recent change in ownership …
In just a shade under 10 years, a trip to Tennessee and a pair of inconspicuous signs showcasing upgrades to parks in two North Texas communities has somehow managed to morph into a half-a-billion-dollar project that will pump more than $2.5 billion into the local economy over the next two decades. How did the PGA of America decide on the …
When the LPGA comes to D-FW in September, the players will be met with a collection of holes that at one point or another, will require power, precision and creativity. This will be the second event at this Tripp Davis/Justin Leonard design and after last year’s tournament, a few changes are on the table for the second run. The staging …
AVIDGOLFER: You were born in Illinois. What was your childhood like? Todd Hamilton: My childhood was nice. I grew up playing golf, baseball and basketball. Golf, I didn’t have too many kids in my school that played, so I played a lot with my father and his friends. I think that made me mature for my age, but I bet …
Pizza has long been a staple of the American diet. Easy, rib sticking and just about everyone can find a topping they like. It’s a simple way to satisfy the masses whether it be adults or kids. At Boston’s, they take the pizza game to the next level and add some twists and turns to the traditional pie. For starters, …
