Travel – Streamsong
Nestled about 75 minutes outside of Tampa Bay, on the site of a once thriving phosphate mining operation, sits a golf wonder of the world. Streamsong Resort is astonishing in almost every way conceivable. From its four courses to its resort amenities and dining, this majestic Florida property must be seen to be believed. The land on which the resort …
Cover Story – Sports Cards and Memorabilia
Just about every red-blooded American kid took a spin through collecting baseball cards at one time or another. From picking up packs in convenience stores, to checking out card shows or popping into your local card shop, ripping packs and seeing our heroes immortalized in card form was a great pastime among friends. Over the last several years, there has …
After the Round – Goldie’s Lake Highlands
The Lake Highlands area of Dallas is just a stone’s throw away from White Rock Lake, and in that neighborhood, there is a brand-new spot you should be aware of. Goldie’s is a collaboration between Dallas restaurateurs Brandon Hays and Brittni Clayton, who have combined for decades of experience, including Hays’ time at places like Sfuzzi, Ferris Wheelers and High …
Course Review – Sky Creek Ranch
Keller’s Sky Creek Ranch has been one of our top west courses for a number of years. Coming in at No. 4 last year, behind only Cowboys Golf Club, Texas Rangers Golf Club and Texas Star, this property boasts a one-of-a-kind layout and all the great amenities you can ask out of a great daily-fee course. When you arrive at …
After the Round – Ramble Room
Snider Plaza in Dallas has long been one-stop shopping for those living in the lavish Park Cities area. With over 100 shops and businesses in close proximity, those in the area can stock up on sundries, do some shopping and, most importantly, indulge with a multitude of dining options in the area. But a relative newcomer has transformed the already …
Course Review – Coyote Ridge Golf Club
For a couple years now, AVIDGOLFER has been hearing grumblings of Coyote Ridge potentially switching to an all-private facility. While we still hear that may be the case, for now, public tee times are available, and this is a course you should still want to check out. The Sam Rayburn corridor is low key one of DFW’s unknown golf hotbeds, …
Feature – L.A.B. Golf & Sam Hahn
If you have ever picked up a golf club, then you have undoubtedly, at some point, questioned why you even play this stupid game. The ebbs and flows of consistent play can be downright cruel at times. One of the main things I hear, especially from amateurs, is bellyaching about short game woes … and, more often than not, those …
Travel – Hyatt Regency Hill Country
Hill Country road trips are a staple among those from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. There isn’t anything quite like hitting the open road and heading south for a weekend of majestic rolling hills and all the other attractions that area of our great state offers. Located just 20 minutes from downtown San Antonio, the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and …
Ask the Superintendent – Happy Earth Day
Welcome, avid golfers, to the April installment of Ask the Superintendent. If you have followed our column for any length of time you are aware of the many environmental strengths that golf courses have, especially in urban settings. April has always been a special month for golfers, but since 1970, it is even more special as we have celebrated Earth …
Course Review – Hidden Creek Golf Course
In the golf business, you often hear the term “hidden gem” when those in the know speak of an affordable course that boasts a fun layout and solid course conditions. Well, Hidden Creek in Burleson is exactly that. When Hidden Creek first opened for play in 1997, it was met with positive returns, and after a redesign and partial re-routing …