Orlando Golfers's Guide 2010 Issue 3

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Club, you will encounter a golf experience like none other. Designed by renowned father and son team, Robert Trent Jones, and Robert Trent Jones Jr., this immaculate course layout will test and delight players of all skill levels. Celebration’s unique brand of golf features numerous daunting water hazards, natural Florida wildlife and Southern hospitality that you won’t soon forget.

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It is beginning to feel a lot like golf season in Cen-tral Florida. The cooler

weather is beckoning us to the links and this issue of Golfer’s Guide is your guide to a season full of great golf!

Grande Pines Golf Club, located in the shadow of Sea World in the heart of Orlando just off International Drive, is our November/De-cember cover story beginning on page 8. Grande Pines offers great challenge for the accomplished golfer while not proving too penal for the novice or higher handicapper. Also home to the Faldo Institute by Marriott, Grande Pines aims to chal-lenge and stimulate golfers of every level.

Our January/February cover story features Eagle Creek Golf Club. Eagle Creek is located just two miles off Hwy 417 and 11 minutes from the Orlando International Airport. At Eagle Creek, golfers will experience fi rm and fast greens, friendly service, and you will enjoy true Scottish golf. The club’s attention to environmen-tal details has resulted in inclusion among the Audubon Society’s International Silver Signature Courses. Read about this fabulous facility begin-ning on page 14.

Hunter’s Creek Golf Club boasts 18 fun-fi lled holes of golf, featuring fi ve sets of tees rang-ing from just under 5,000 yards to a daunting 7,268 yards. Their story begins on page 26.

Enjoy this beautiful time of year and make the most of every day on the links!

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8 Grande Pines Golf Club Visually enticing and strategically demanding, Marriott’s Grande Pines Golf Club is one of Central Florida’s most dynamic places to play. The layout is a mesmerizing mix of long and short holes complemented by world-class service.

14 Eagle Creek Golf Club By not overseeding the summer Bermuda with winter rye, Eagle Creek gives you a taste of Scottish-links golf, with dry, hard and fast fairways and fi rm greens.

19 Feature Courses Our guide to many of the courses that have made Central Florida as much a golf destination as one for the parks.

26 Hunter’s Creek Minutes from the Disney attractions and Orlando International Airport, award-winning Hunter’s Creek is a “must play” during a visit to the Magic Kingdom.59 Accommodations Golfers do not live by tee times alone. Here are some of the best places to enjoy the area’s off-course hospitality.

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Before Steve Smyers and his archi-tectural team softened the course, Orlando’s Grande Pines Golf Club

developed a reputation as a punishing track. Bunkers were seemingly unavoidable and tufts of wispy native grasses served as fi nal resting places for wayward shots. The club’s slick, sloping greens were as diffi cult to read as an article on the intricacies of the credit default swap.

The 2003 re-design that would even-tually earn Grande Pines the distinction of

Marriott Golf property of the year (2008) removed bunkers, widened landing strips, dialed back native areas and installed dog-legs. The inherent qualities of the layout remained intact, but the course became much more playable. While Grande Pines is less daunting now, it continues to be a stern test of shot-making ability. And while they roll true, those greens still take some getting used to.

A new maintenance practice will only magnify the improvements at Grande


Bold and Beautiful

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Pines, cementing its status as a “must play” for the coming season. Grande Pines will be doing its fi rst-ever full tee-to-green rye and Poa overseed, and is expected to be in all-time form for the start of 2011.

Grande Pines has more tree-lined fairways than a typical Florida course, and visually imitates a more forested setup you’d fi nd in North Carolina.

As the upscale resort course enters a new decade, this Marriott masterpiece is arguably the most dynamic layout in

Central Florida. Aesthetically pleasing and well-kept

green complexes are the hallmark of the design. Many greens are guarded by deep bunkers, water features or both, and nar-row, elevated openings leave little or no room for error.

Placement is also at a premium. A number of the smooth, pristine put-ting surfaces have multiple tiers. If your approach comes to a stop in the wrong section of a green, two-putting becomes a


its status as a “must play” ason. Grande Pines will ever full tee-to-green rye, and is expected to be in

Central Florida. Aesthetically pleasing and well-kept

green complexes are the hallmark of the design. Many greens are guarded by deep

Grande Pines is

Central Florida’s

Most Dynamic Layout


diffi cult proposition. Overall yardage from the back tees is

listed at 7,012, but Grande Pines tends to feel shorter if you can take advantage of the angles and shortcuts available to you. Driver is not a must on every hole. In fact, some fairways on short par 4s won’t hold a tee shot struck purely depending on the tee box you’re hitting from.

A unique mixture of short and me-dium length par 4s keeps the golfer’s mind sharp throughout the round. On the front side there are two par 4s – Nos. 3 and 7 –

that measure less than 350 yards from the tee, but present winding doglegs to deal with. By contrast, the front nine features three holes that exceed 400 yards, includ-ing the striking 429-yard 6th that features a bend to the left and a sizeable greenside lake.

Like the front, the second nine wastes little time showing off the goods that keep golfers coming back to Grande Pines. Rated as the second toughest hole on the course, the 551-yard par-5 11th is certainly a classic. Water looms on the right side for the duration of this true three-shot par 5, putting more value on accuracy than

length. A birdie is possible if you can leave yourself with a short approach and avoid the water and bunker fronting the green.

The remainder of the back nine is high-lighted by a trio of par 4s – the 14th, 16th and 18th – that will test every aspect of your game from driver to fl at stick. All three measure over 435 yards from the back tees, and feature severe doglegs and require deft approach shots to challenging greens.

Thankfully, a pair of quality par 3s break up this stretch of impressive par 4s, providing golfers with a brief respite before

the next challenge arrives.

The ability to draw the ball from right to left, and cut it back left to right is always a valuable skill. It can be the difference between a routine green hit in regula-tion and a diffi cult up-and-down out of a sandy grave at Grande Pines.

At its core, Grande Pines is a

thinking man’s golf course where potential problem areas are more likely to be visited by aggressive players. Calculating a proper game plan and deciphering the quick, well-contoured greens necessitates patience and repeat play.

“It’s a course that has to be played and studied and understood,” Smyers told the Lakeland Ledger when Grande Pines re-opened in 2003. “You’re not supposed to get it the fi rst time around.”

“The idea was to not make the course too tough off the tee with forced carries and length, but to create a golf course where you really had to place your ball,”



said Grande Pines Director of Golf Andy Mitchell. “The course is entirely out in front of you, but there are places on every hole you simply can’t hit the ball and not pay a price.”

Smyers, who teamed with player consultant Nick Faldo at Grande Pines, has built outstanding layouts from the heart-land of the U.S. to Australia, but he’s saved some of his best work for his home state of Florida.

In addition to Grande Pines, which was known as International Golf Club before he got a hold of it, Smyers is the architect of record for the award-winning Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club in Haines City and Old Memorial in Tampa. He also revitalized prestigious Isleworth Golf and Country Club.

Grande Pines has kept its promise to preserve and protect the environmental in-tegrity of the land it was built upon. You’ll notice unaltered marsh and native areas as you move from one hole to the next. This eco-friendly approach was celebrated in 2007 when the course earned Audubon Certifi cation through the Audubon Coop-

erative Sanctuary Program for golf courses. Golfers staying at the doorstep of

Disney will discover that Grande Pines is a quick and painless commute. The golf club is located just down the road from Sea World off of International Drive.

Four sets of tees give beginners a chance to play Grande Pines, and all golf carts are equipped with GPS systems that give real time yardage readings. You can even order lunch from the comfort of your cart and have it ready, warm and waiting as you make the turn.

Those looking to take their game to the next level should check out the Faldo Golf Institute across the road from Grande Pines. The premier golf instruction outfi t has programs to match each player’s skill level and desired goals. Applying expertise matched to your game, the institute caters to elite players, new players and everyone in between.

For more information on Grande Pines Golf Club, the Faldo Golf Institute, current specials and rates or to book a package, special program or tee time, visit www.grandepines.com or call (407) 239-6909.



Grande Pines Golf Club, which re-opened in 2004, has established itself as a “must play” for visitors to Central Florida. Voted one of “America’s Best Resort

Courses” by Golfweek magazine, this 18-hole championship gem is also highly desired by the locals, offering up a distin-guished experience every time it’s played. Grande Pines was designed to challenge the inner champion in every golfer and will cater to the boldest of players, while still offering options at every turn for the more conservative player. Nestled among sparkling lakes, towering pines and fl ourishing palms, Grande Pines was recently certifi ed as an “Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.” Not to forgo a single ounce of quality, the course boasts the latest TifEagle and Tif-Sport grasses. You’ll also fi nd the latest collection of top name brand merchandise and equipment in the golf shop, and the clubhouse offers breakfast or lunch with full bar ser-vice from the Greenside Grille which overlooks the 9th and 18th green. With its picturesque setting, strategic challenges, and a staff that is committed to excellence, it’s no wonder why Grande Pines was voted 2009 “Property of the Year” amongst Marriott Golf’s entire portfolio.


Orlando, FL Orange County(407) 239-6909www.grandepines.com AMENITIES• TaylorMade Rentals• Adidas Rental Shoes• Lockers and Showers available• Prolink GPS• Full-Service Restaurant• Full-Service Bar• Earn Marriott Reward Points• Expert Instruction by the Faldo

Golf Institute• 3-Day, 7-Day and Annual Mem-

berships• Juniors Play and Rent for Free

Program• Military Discounts Year-Round• Located One Mile South of Sea

World Off International Drive• Call for Current SpecialsSTATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating SlopeBlack 7012 74.3 140Green 6612 72.2 135Gold 6070 69.6 133White 5418 71.6 126

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Redesigned by Steve Smyers, Grande Pines is Orlando’s fi nest “new” golf course.

Grande Pines Golf Club

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E agle Creek Golf Club is a spectacular Orlando course with a European fl air that opened to rave reviews. Central Florida’s only par-73 champion-

ship course with fi ve par 5s, Eagle Creek sports a unique Scottish experience that will require all your imagination.

This designated Audubon International Silver Signa-ture Course is also Florida’s fi rst to use Mini Verde grass, delivering exceptionally fast and vibrant greens. State-of-the-art Precedent golf carts all feature Parview GPS.

Eagle Creek’s vintage New England Manor style club-house offers a full-service pro shop, 120-seat restaurant, banquet facilities, plus locker rooms with showers.

Five-Star tournament service creates the ultimate experience and convenience for groups seeking a higher standard of play. Eagle Creek is also home to The Graves Golf Academy.

With its nearby location to Orlan-do International Airport, Eagle Creek has quickly earned the reputation for delivering “The Best Round for Last!”


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RATES Please call the Pro Shop for current rates.

STATISTICSPar: 73 Yards Rating Slope Black 7198 74.2 130White 6857 72.5 128Yellow 6407 70.4 122Blue 5929 68.3 115Red (L) 5324 69.4 124

PERSONNEL Architects ............................. Ron Garl

Howard SwanGeneral Mgr. .............. Tony CrawfordSuperintendent ........Josh CzarneckiDirector of Golf .......... Lance ReavesMerchandise Mgr ....Larissa Knott-Scott

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Eagle Creek Golf Club

Home of the Graves Golf Academy

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Eagle Creek Golf Club

Picture this: The breezes are blow-ing across Central Florida (aren’t they always?), but unlike other courses in the area, Eagle Creek is fi rm and fast, with Scottish-style revetted bunkers between you and the pin 40 yards away. You shape a bump-and-run shot within three feet and drain the putt to get into your buddy’s wallet. You’ve just experienced something you’ll fi nd nowhere else in the Orlando area, the true Scottish golf expe-rience of Eagle Creek Golf Club, located just southeast of Orlando International Airport. From the moment you arrive inside the gates at Eagle Creek and are greeted by the Union Jack fl ying alongside Old Glory, you know you’re in for a unique round. By the time you leave, you’ll likely

have not only used every club in your bag, but something even more impor-tant, your imagination. For Eagle Creek offers a challenge nobody else in Central Florida can, or will. By not overseeding the summer Bermuda with winter rye, Eagle Creek gives you a taste of Scottish-links golf, with dry, hard and fast fairways and fi rm greens. At Eagle Creek, brown is beautiful. Oh, the folks at Eagle Creek aren’t just letting the sheep roam a dormant course for the winter. It’ll still be im-maculately manicured, the greens cut to exacting specifi cations and the sod-stacked bunkers groomed as smoothly as any course anywhere. But Eagle Creek thought you might enjoy the challenges of the great links courses of Scotland and

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Ireland, without the hassle of the trip overseas. You’ll certainly hit your drives longer, you’ll play an entirely different game, on a course that’s got a lot of character, but won’t beat you up. And when the day is over, you’ll probably have more stories to tell your friends about the unique, and fun round of golf you just played. And isn’t that what the game is all about? The “game” at one of the country’s only par-73 layouts has always been dis-tinctive, a European/American design of Floridian Ron Garl and Englishman How-ard Swan, exemplifi ed by the fi nal hole. It

was originally designed as a long par 4 with a lake behind the green and a shaved area behind that saved for lawn bowling, croquet and the like in front of the clubhouse to complete the European theme. During construction, course owner Peter Emerson Jones had the brainstorm to move the green behind the lake and make the hole a fabulous 535-yard risk-reward par 5. That forced-carry fi nish over a coquina rock bulkhead ended up costing Jones $250,000 to



reconfi gure the hole, but the “extra” par 5 that brings the course to its signature par-73 has created more than that in “buzz,” much of it from the players in the Belfry restaurant that now overlooks the green, where the advice to “lay-up” or “go for it” fl ows freely. You think former Gator Chris DiMarco laid up when he set the course record of 63? Maybe DiMarco’s success with the European fl avor at Eagle Creek was a precursor to his great run at the British Open? Eagle Creek is also the fi rst course Cen-tral Florida to install Mini Verde grass on its greens, a strain de-signed to hold up better under the stress of the Florida climate. And when tightly-mown, the Mini Verde greens run better than 10 on the Stimpmeter. For a course known for the playabil-ity of its par 5s, the par 3s, as a group, might affect your score more. Three of the four are handicapped among the 12 toughest holes on the course, because they’re all over 170 yards even from the mid-handicap yellow tees. The 11th is home to much of what makes Eagle Creek distinctive, a waste area trimmed by na-tive grasses near the tee and a large green guarded by a trio of Swan’s sod-stacked bunkers, manicured to give you brick wall-like feeling of denial. Among Garl’s signature bunker complexes (there are 98 bunkers at Eagle

Creek, not counting the waste areas) are sets of cross-bunkers on two of the par 5s and a combination of four revetted bun-kers in the front of the par-4 14th green. Has it worked? Course critics, profes-sionals in the golf industry, and most importantly, players like you, continue to add to the accolades at Eagle Creek. It all began soon after the fi rst tee went into the fi rst tee box, when Travel & Leisure

Golf Magazine selected it as one of the best courses to open in Flori-da since 2000. Among the other “bests” from the crit-ics include Florida Golf Central’s “Best 18th Hole in Florida” award for the 535-yard signature

fi nishing hole. The 18th was also honored as one of the “Best 18 in Orlando” by Golfweek’s Golf Life Orlando Magazine and even the 19th hole (home of the Belfry restaurant) is on a list with such private clubs as Isleworth in Orlando Magazine’s “Best 19th Holes.” You always like to be recognized by your peers. Eagle Creek had held a number of Florida State Golf Association events in its fi rst seasons, but was hon-ored with hosting the 62nd Florida Open in the fall of 2006, won by former Florida Gator All-American Camilo Benedetti. FSGA Executive Director Rick Whitfi eld commented that Eagle Creek’s layout was “unusual compared to the typical Florida course. It has great bunkering, some eleva-tion change and there are several great

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risk-reward holes that added excitement to the Florida Open.” Eagle Creek also played host to the Hooters’ Collegiate Women’s Match Play Championship in the fall of 2006 and the 2007 Florida State Public Links Championship. But the most important reviews came from the golfers who play Eagle Creek every day, and they gave the course 4-1/2 Stars in Golf Digest’s Places to Play. Nobody in the state rated higher. And Golf Digest readers ranked Eagle Creek among the very best in “consistently excelling in the area of customer service.” Eagle Creek is home to the interna-tionally-recognized Graves Golf Academy, where Todd and Tim Graves have devel-oped training techniques based on the teachings of the legendary Moe Norman, who’s simple and effi cient swing theories have helped thousands of golfers improve their games. Going the extra step has led to the suc-cess of a place like Eagle Creek. The club’s attention to environmental details has resulted in inclusion among the Audubon Society’s International Silver Signature Courses. The professionalism of the staff that’s committed to exceeding expectations is one of the reasons so many groups have enjoyed successful outings at Eagle Creek that come with the Five-Star Tournament experience that includes being featured on the Parview GPS system along with updated leaderboards from the pro tournaments. The award-winning

banquet and catering staff looks forward to hosting your special event for up to 150 guests, but just as important is the iced towel on a warm Florida afternoon offered by the customer service rep overseeing the pace of play. Eagle Creek Golf Club was designed to blend unobtrusively within the master-planned Eagle Creek golf community that is developing a variety of single-family homes, villas, townhomes, condominiums and apartments to create a unique neigh-borhood close to schools, shopping, full-service recreation facilities and a network of walking trails. You can fi nd out more about the development online at www.eaglecreekcommunity.com. Located just two miles off Highway 417 (Central Florida Greenway) and 11 minutes from Orlando International Airport, with shower and locker facilities in a gorgeous 14,000-square-foot New England manor clubhouse, Eagle Creek is still the best place for that “last” round of Orlando golf for vacationers. And now it’s the place for the most unique round. For tee times, or more information on groups, outings and memberships, call (407) 273-4653 locally, toll-free at (866) 324-5342, or visit their website at www.eaglecreekgolf.info.


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Experience the #1 Links CourseWith $6.2 Million in course & facility improvements, Royal St. Cloud Golf Links is a genuine playing experience…and rated THE #1 links course in the Orlando area…where every hole transports players to the legendary links courses of the British Isles…and host to the British Junior Championships since 2003.

Experience Our New Scottish SideCome play on the magnificent new addition to our #1 Rated links course – the totally new Scottish side which has all of the genuine detail and authentic links features of our British side and Irish side – a spectacular 27 holes of championship play.

Experience the TraditionFrom the moment players stand on the first tee, they’re in for classic links play with every shot on every hole…and players can take on any challenge with five sets of tees on each of the three nines…and each 18-hole combination has a course length over 7,100 yards and over a 73.5 rating.

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Experience the PlayUnlike so many boring Orlando courses or crowded resort courses, what you get is a genuine playing experience, all on flawless emerald-green fairways and greens… just like Ireland.

Plus, there’s more to experience…including tournament-quality practice facilities with a 90-yard double-green short-game course and lighted driving range with expansive grass tees.

Experience the AmenitiesAnd, there’s more to enjoy…with a newly expanded pro shop & first-class locker room facilities for both men and women…and our totally brand-new Stone Bridge Tavern & Grill where dining is an absolute pleasure with a classic American menu for lunch and dinner.

Experience Genuine Golf Again! Royal St. Cloud Golf Links features a 100% playing-satisfaction guarantee, an iron-clad “No Squeeze In” policy for wonderful pace of play, truly reasonable rates year round, and it’s located just 25 minutes from the Orlando airport or Disney.

Royal St. CloudGolf Links407-891-7010 | 5310 Michigan Ave. | St. Cloud, FL 34772

www.royalstcloudgolflinks.com

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The traveling golfer must consider many factors when choosing a destina-tion, and ultimately a golf course to play when they get there. Questions traveling golfers often ask themselves after choos-ing Orlando as their destination:

What course is close to the Disney area resorts? 15 minutes from Walt Disney WorldAre there any courses close to the airport? 10 minutes from Orlando International AirportWhere is the best value? Book online for the “Best Rate Guaranteed” at golfhunterscreek.comCan my child play with me for less? Kids play free when accompanied by an adultCan one course meet all these goals? Absolutely! Hunter’s Creek Golf Club

Whether you plan on playing one round or multiple days, Hunter’s Creek Golf Club needs to be included in the Orlando golf vacation itinerary. There are many reasons this “Must Play” is popu-lar not only with visiting golfers but area residents alike. Hunter’s Creek Golf Club boasts 18, fun-fi lled holes of golf, featuring fi ve sets of tees ranging from just under 5,000 yards to a daunting 7,268 yards. Its meandering fairways carve through majes-tic, towering pines and around 13 shim-mering lakes, highlighted by strategically-placed white bunkers. Hunter’s Creek has been recognized nationally with awards and accolades, highlighted by being hon-ored by Golf Digest as one of the “Top 75 Courses to Play” in 1990. Hunter’s Creek is also a popular site of numerous golf events and tournaments,

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having hosted the U.S. Open qualifying, a PGA Tour qualifi er and recent FSGA Florida State Public Links Championship.

Location, Location, Location What sets Hunter’s Creek apart from the rest in Orlando is its close proximity to a majority of the city’s major attractions. In fact, golfers staying at the Disney resorts or around the Orange County Convention cen-ter need only travel 10 to 15 minutes or so be on the fi rst tee at “The Creek.” Addition-ally, Hunter’s Creek convenient location near the Orlando International Airport (roughly 10 minutes away) makes this the perfect stop for an “Arrival Round” or an “Emergency 18” on the last day of your trip.

“Surf The Creek” for the Best Rates Guaranteed! In response to the growing popularity of online golf booking and research, Hunter’s Creek Golf Club is rewarding cyber-savvy golfers by offering them the Best Rate Guar-anteed for tee times booked online at their offi cial website, www.golfhunterscreek.com. In addition to preferred rates, golfers also receive the best access and selection of avail-able tee times, no hassle cancellation policy and no prepayment required for tee times made on golfhunterscreek.com “Our pledge of offering the Best Rate Guaranteed on golfhunterscreek.com lets our customers know that we are committed to providing them with the best price, best value, best access and no hassle cancella-tion policy at one of Orlando’s favorite golf courses, Hunter’s Creek Golf Club,” said Phil Green, president of OB Sports Golf Management (management company for Hunter’s Creek).

Kids Play Free! And speaking of great value, it is also worth noting that Hunter’s Creek Golf

Club recently unveiled their new “Kids Play Free” program which offers a free round of golf to junior golfers under the age of 18, when accompanied by a regular paying guest. “Kids Play Free” is offered Monday through Thursday anytime and Friday through Sunday and Holidays, after Noon. Now professionally managed by Scottsdale-based, OB Sports Golf Man-agement, Hunter’s Creek proudly boasts enhanced course conditions combined with friendly and engaging service that traveling golfers have come to expect from the leader in boutique-style golf course management. So whether you are playing one round or fi ve, make sure your next Orlando Golf Vacation includes a trip to Hunter’s Creek Golf Club! For tee times and more information on Hunter’s Creek Golf Club, call toll free at 866-319-9793 or book online at www.golfhunterscreek.com.

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LOCATION: 14401 Sports Club WayOrlando, FL 32837Phone: Call Toll Free: (866) 319-9793Par: 72 • Yardage: 7,268Architect: Lloyd Clifton

One of the best golf values in Orlando, Hunter’s Creek Golf Club offers the BEST RATE GUARANTEED for tee times offered on their offi cial website: www.golfhunterscreek.com. Make sure your next Orlando Golf Vacation in-cludes a round at Hunters Creek!

Approximate drive time from key locations to Hunters Creek Orlando International Airport – 10 min.Walt Disney World Resorts – 10-12 min.Orange County Convention Center – 12-15 min.Universal Orlando Resort – 18 min.

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centrally located within minutes of Orlando International Airport, Walt Disney World, and the Orange County Convention Center. Hunter’s Creek Golf Club is operated by the leader in boutique-style, golf course management, OB Sports. Making this Central Florida favorite into a must play.

Upon opening ranked “One of the Top 75 Courses to Play” Golf Digest

Former host of U.S. Open Qualifying

Former host of PGA Tour Qualifying

One of the best golf values in Orlando

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The Legends features 18 beautifully-designed holes of championship golf sitting on fl awless playing surfaces that blend harmoniously with the sur-

rounding landscape which highlights a truly memorable golf experience. A signature design by Arnold Palmer, this 7,072-yard championship course offers two distinct play experiences. Scottish-style golf is featured on the out-ward nine; while the towering pines, majestic oaks, wind-ing fairways and fl owing water on the inward nine are reminiscent of the Carolinas. Offering fi rst-class customer service, and a friendly professional staff The Legends at Orange Lake is Central Florida’s best kept golf secret!

Rated 4½ stars by Golf Digest.


Kissimmee, FL Orange County(407) 905-1331

RATES Please call golf reservations at (407) 239-1050 for current rates and specials.

STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating SlopeTeal 7072 74.3 132Black 6665 72.0 129Blue 6263 70.3 124White 5780 67.5 121Yellow 5188 69.6 120

PERSONNEL Architect ......................Arnold PalmerDirector of Golf .......................Jody SeifertSuperintendent. ................Jerod JessoHead Professional .....Stew McComb,PGATeaching Professional ....................................

The McCord Golf AcademyCourse Record .....Kyle Reddington, 63

Map Key Number 49

The Legends at Orange Lake Resort

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The Oaks at Stonegate

The Palms Amenities CenterSolivita® Village Center

www.stonegategolf.com

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TWO SPECTACULAR GOLF COURSES:THE OAKS & THE CYPRESS

Semi-private Stonegate Golf Club with two championship 18-hole golf courses, The Oaks, designed by Ron Garl, and The Cypress, an original Robert Von Hagge and Bruce Devlin layout redesigned in 2006 by George Clifton. The golf club includes the Grille at Stonegate, a casual restaurant and watering hole; a well-stocked pro shop; and men’s and women’s locker facilities. Outside is a deck overlooking the course, an aquatic practice facility, practice chipping and putting greens.

Designed by Ron Garl, The Oaks Course is bordered by hundred-year-old oak hammocks, lush colorful greenery and abundant streams and lakes. Meticulously created to blend in beautifully with the 4,300 acres of natural wetlands and mature hardwoods, this 18-hole, 7,000 yard masterpiece rewards you with exquisite views and an unmatched golfing experience.

Originally designed by Robert Von Hagge and Bruce Devlin and recently modified by golf course architect, George Clifton, who exceeded long-time expectations. Spanning 6,800 yards from the back tees, this course boasts abundant water features, beautiful lakes and white sand bunkers. The Cypress proves to be challenging to even the most experienced players.

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• Recognized by Golfweek Magazine as a “Top 50 Best New Course, 2008”

• Par 72 Championship golf course open to the public• Golf instruction & practice facility• Full-service restaurant & bar open to the public• Banquet facility available for weddings/special events

Providence Golf Club1518 Clubhouse Blvd., Davenport, FL 33837

863-420-2652 | www.providence-golf.com

Located off Hwy 17/92 in Davenport.

From Hwy 27 turn east on Ronald Reagan Pkwy. Turn right onto 17/92 and proceed 2 miles. Entrance to Providence is on left.

From I-4 take exit 58(CR532). Turn east and follow to 17/92.Turn right on 17/92 and proceed 3.5 miles. Entrance to Providence is on left.

Located off Hwy 17/92 in Davenport.

To schedule a tee time call 863-420-2652or online at www.providence-golf.com

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• NEWLY RENOVATED GREENS & CLUBHOUSE

• Magnifi cent 18-hole Championship Golf Course

• Full-Service Restaurant and Bar

Call now to book your tee time at 407-876-4410 or online at

www.windermeregolf.com

Directions: Take I-4 West towards Tampa and Disney. Take the East-West Expressway (408) WEST. Exit at West Hwy 50. Turn Left on Highway 50/West Colonial Dr. Go to the 3rd traffi c light at Maguire Road. Turn Left. Go three miles to the 3-way stop sign at Park Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Go west approximately 1.2 miles to a turn-out on the right. There is a black and gold sign that says “Win-dermere Club.” Turn right into the gated neighbor-hood. The Club is about ½ mile down on the left.

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Windermere Country Club

2710 Butler Bay Drive North, Windermere, FL 34786

407-876-4410www.windermeregolf.com

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When it comes to solid golf course design, with a great layout that plays differently every time you tee it up, there aren’t many

golf courses in Florida that can beat Timacuan, histori-cally ranked among the top courses in the state.

New tees have added length to some key holes, and numerous bunkers are being improved. Improvements have been made to the club’s lighted practice range, where it’s common to see top PGA and LPGA touring pros working with world-class golf instructor Mike Bender.

Timacuan Golf Club is conveniently located in Lake Mary, just off Interstate 4 at Exit 101A. Timacuan is a semi-private club with public tee times available nearly every day. For tee time reservations, golf events or member-ship information, please call (407) 321-0010 or book online at www.golftimacuan.com.


Lake Mary, FL Seminole County (407) 321-0010www.golftimacuan.com

RATES Please call the Pro Shop for current rates and tee times (407) 321-0010 or visit us online at www.golftimacuan.com

STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Gold 7047 74.3 136Blue 6531 71.8 129White 6001 69.1 120Green 5343 70.6 125Red 4693 66.4 117

PERSONNEL Architects ............................................

Ron Garl & Bobby Weed Jr.Dir. of Golf/General Manager ............

Tony Johnson, PGAHead Pro. ......................... Tony MillerTeaching Pro. ...... Mike Bender, PGA Superintendent .........Barry ShumanCourse Record .......61, Mike Bender

Map Key Number 106

A pair of distinctive nines combine into one memorable golf experience at Timacuan Golf Club.

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Combine one of the best layouts in Central Flor-ida with 120-foot elevation changes and superb customer service, and you’ll understand why

golfers from all around the world have put Highlands Reserve at the top of their “must-play” list of Orlando golf courses.

The goal at Highlands Reserve is simple – offer the best value of any championship golf course in the Orlando area. Highlands Reserve is open to the public at all times, and takes pride in welcoming golfers from around the world. Hundreds of Orlando area golfers also make Highlands Reserve their home course.

The course is located on U.S. Highway 27 just north of Interstate 4 and just south of Route 192, the main route into Disney World.

All golfers are welcome and public tee times are available every day at (877) 508-4653 or (863) 420-1724. Tee times also can be reserved online at www.highlandsreserve-golf.com.

The Euro-friendly golf course of Central Florida


Davenport, FL Polk County(863) 420-1724(877) 508-4653 www.highlandsreserve-golf.com

RATES Please call the pro shop for current rates.

STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Black 6647 72.9 134Gold 6042 69.9 130Jade 5062 65.4 114

PERSONNELGeneral Manager .........Kyle MooneyPGA Head Professional ......Greg TebbuttSuperintendent .........David Schmidt Architect .................. Michael Dasher

ONLINE TEE TIMES www.highlandsreserve-golf.com

Map Key Number 68

A mix of Scottish Links and Old Florida design make Highlands Reserve Golf Club a unique experience.

Highlands Reserve Golf Club

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S toneybrook East Golf Club is a stunning cham-pionship golf course located in East Orlando on S. Alafaya Trail.

Each hole plays out to a strategy of its own. Some place a premium on the tee shot either over wetlands or lakes, while others demand an exacting approach to multi-tiered greens. Native wooded areas have been carefully preserved to provide artistic hole framing, guiding the player to proper landing areas. One thing is for sure: you’ll need all your clubs to play Stoney-brook.

Stoneybrook boasts “Central Florida’s Finest Fin-ishing Holes... The Final Four.” Holes 15 through 18 will test any player’s nerves and skill and will not soon be forgotten.

For a true championship test and a memorable experience... you’ve gotta play “The Final Four!”


Orlando, FL Orange County(407) 384-6888www.golfstoneybrookeast.com

RATES Please call the pro shop for current rates

STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Champ. 6827 73.1 135Mem. Back 6297 70.3 128Mem. Forward 5767 68.6 122Forward 4804 68.1 114

PERSONNEL Architect ........... Clifton/Ezell/CliftonSuperintendent ....... Harold Wilhelm

Map Key Number 60

For a true championship test and a memorable experience... you’ve gotta play “The Final Four!”

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Stoneybrook East Golf Club

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Architects: Perry Dye & Jan Stephenson

Par 72 Yardage: 7,115

Rating: 74.3 Slope: 143

3950 Walkabout Way • Mims

866-GOLF-FLAwww.walkaboutgolf.com

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Our 7 year-old gem in Mims

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Just 30-minutes from

Orlando/Daytona, the lush

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lead to the course’s best

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Deer Island Country Club is Central Florida’s most unforgettable golf experience. Enjoy the pan-oramic views and wildlife as Deer Island carves

its way through the environmentally-protected Florida wetlands. Our black tees, playing more than 7,000 yards, will challenge any golfer, but with fi ve different sets of tees, Deer Island accommodates every level of golfer. Ac-centuated by water on every hole and Joe Lee’s signature fi nger-style bunkering, Deer Island is a golf course with true character.

This secluded 400-acre island lies amid the St. Johns River Basin, Florida’s largest chain of natural lakes making it a paradise for golfers, boaters and nature lovers. Deer Island Country Club was established in 1994 and offers a championship Joe Lee-designed golf course. Renowned golf course architect Joe Lee, also know for designing Cog Hill, Doral, Interlachen and Bay Hill, calls Deer Island “the most unique golf course I’ve ever designed.”


Deer Island, FL Lake County(352) 343-7550(800) 269-0006www.deerislandgolf.com


STATISTICSPar-72 Yards Rating Slope Black 7029 74.5 136Gold 6670 72.8 135 White 6284 70.8 132Blue 5745 68.6 119Red 5139 70.4 118

PERSONNEL Architect ............................... Joe LeeHead Pro ..................... Mike MeyersTeaching Pro ............... Mike MeyersSuperintendent .... Mike Brownsberger

Map Key Number101

Deer Island Country Club

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World-renowned golf course architect Ar-thur Hills designed Stoneybrook West to become another top-ranked championship

public golf course. GolfWorld ranks Hills No. 2 on its list of “The Games Hottest Architects” and GolfLink.com puts Stoneybrook West at No. 9 on its statewide countdown of “Best Courses to Play.”

Stoneybrook West’s unique location provides elevation changes that will produce spectacular ap-proaches against dramatic backdrops.

Carved out of orange groves and overlooking Black Lake, Stoneybrook West displays Hills’ trademark bunkers and undulating fairways.

After carefully thinking and playing your way to the green, be prepared to face some of the swiftest greens in the area, produced by installing the latest hybrid in putting turf (TifEagle).

The Stoneybrook Grill is the perfect place to eat, drink and relax after a great round of golf. It is open daily for lunch and happy hour.


Winter Garden, FL Orange County(407) 877-8533www.golfsbw.com


STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Black 7101 74.8 135Blue 6455 71.4 131White 5801 68.2 124Red 5173 70.1 117

PERSONNELArchitect .......................... Arthur HillsGeneral Manger ...........Mark BearssHead Pro ........................Chad PolingSuperintendent ...............Juan PerezF&B Manager ...............Katie Repoff

Map Key Number 82

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Stoneybrook West

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Kings Ridge Golf Club is located in the rolling hills of Clermont, Florida. There are two great courses from which to choose;

the original Lloyd Clifton par-70 course designated as the Kings course, and the very exciting Ron Garl designed par 57, Ridge course. Our courses welcome new and seasoned golfers to a unique golfi ng terrain in Florida; with some of the highest elevations in the state. The challenging and narrow fairways, coupled with the bird’s eye view, provide an interesting and challenging golfi ng experience with every round. Both courses offer local residents and snowbirds a great golfi ng experience. The clubhouse features light fare and beverages and the staff will treat you like royalty. This semi-private club also offers lessons for new players and those wanting to improve their game. Kings Ridge Golf Club is part of Celebration Golf Man-agement Company, which provides design, consulting, oper-ational and management services for a wide range of courses. Our sister courses, The Legends in Clermont, Stoneybrook West in Winter Garden and Celebration in Celebration will make a golfer’s getaway the perfect package.


Clermont, FL Lake County(352) 242-GOLF(888) 246-4843 Toll Free

RATES Please call pro shop for for current rates.

STATISTICSPar-70 Yards Rating Slope Emerald 6183 69.6 120Sapphire 5828 68.1 116Diamond 5489 66.4 113Gold 5101 64.4 110

PERSONNEL Architect ........................ Lloyd CliftonGeneral Manager ..........Jay ScruggsHead Pro ............ Chris Russell, PGASuperintendent ........... Jason Morris

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Kings Ridge Golf Club

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The Legends golf course is one of the fi nest accomplishments of famous course designer Lloyd Clifton. This beautifully manicured Clifton-Ezell-Clifton 18-hole course stretches

6,911 yards from the gold tees and is a test of any golfer’s skills at a par 72 with a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 72.9. From the time you fi rst tee off on No. 1 you will constantly be impressed with both the challenge of this excellently designed golf course and the scenic beauty of the area. As you tee off from No. 1 tee and play this rolling downhill hole, you’ll be afforded spectacular views of Lake Louisa to the south. Selected in an issue of a leading golf magazine as one of the top ten golf courses in Central Florida, this course is destined to continue to be recognized as one of Florida’s fi nest courses. In an issue of Lihn’s Orlando Golf Guide, Legends was described as “Featuring vertiginous elevations, cinemascopic horizons and breathtaking views, this handsome addition will defi nitely elevate your spirits”.

Legends has hosted a Hooter’s Tour event and the National Football Player’s Association tournament.

Also when in the attractions area visit our sister course, the beautiful Celebration Golf Club Owned and Operated by Celebration Golf Management

Clermont, FL Lake County (352) 243-1118(866) 678-6919 Toll Free www.legendsgolforlando.comAMENITIES• Restaurant & Full Bar• Full Banquet Wedding Facility• Golf Academy • Driving Range• Complete Tournament Services• Family & Single Golf Memberships

RATES Call Pro Shop for current rates.

STATISTICSPar-72 Yards Rating Slope Gold 6911 73.0 131Blue 6491 71.1 125White 6069 69.3 119Purple 4859 68.1 108

PERSONNEL Architect ........................ Lloyd CliftonGeneral Manager ..........Jay ScruggsHead Pro .......... Chris Russell, PGASuperintendent .......... Bill Amerman

Map Key Number 70

Legends Golf & Country Club

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Located just minutes from Walt Disney World, Kissimmee Oaks Golf Club offers 18 champion-ship holes that are challenging to the seasoned

golfer yet remain playable for true amateurs. This Gary Player and Karl Litten designed course is nestled amidst the magnifi cent 100-year old oaks, the sig-nature of this fi ne course. Graceful sloping fairways wind around crystal lakes. Wild turkey and sand heron provide a “gallery” as well-placed shots land on meticulously-manicured greens. Kissimmee Oaks proudly offers complimentary rental clubs with each paid round so our out of town guests can pack light! Warm up on the large practice facility featuring 20 range stations with separate chip-ping and putting greens. Visit our well-stocked pro shop carrying the latest in golf equipment and apparel. After your round, relax with a cool drink in the air conditioned clubhouse or sit out on the patio and join us for lunch. Come and enjoy Kissimmee Oaks, where the beauty of Florida and great golf come together!


Kissimmee, FL Osceola County(407) 933-4055 www.kissimmeeoaksgolf.com


STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6787 73.1 136White 6386 70.8 133Gold 5851 68.7 119Red 4939 68.5 121

PERSONNEL Architects ..................... Player/LittenSuperintendent ............Ryan Herren

Map Key Number 120

Kissimmee Oaks Golf Club

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Too famous to be forgotten, too close to the International Drive area to be a “hidden gem,” this Robert Trent Jones Sr. classic offers great variety and challenge.

At more than 7,000 yards, MetroWest carries Four Stars in Golf Digest’s 2007 Best Places to Play listing. Voted Best Public Course in Orlando by the readers of Orlando Maga-zine, MetroWest has established a stellar reputation in the Central Florida area for its excellent playing conditions and unmatched levels of service.

Are you up for the John Daly Challenge? If the wind is right, you may be able to reach the green on the short par-4 ninth (pictured above) - it’s all carry over water. At MetroWest you will fi nd two of the best fi nishing holes in Central Florida - a challenge for the most accomplished golfers when the wind is blowing in off of Lake Hiawassee. This Robert Trent Jones Sr. course was designed to provide each golfer with an enjoyable, yet challenging golf experience at Metrowest.

Featuring Taylor Made rental clubs, ParView GPS and a large golf shop, the club also boasts fabulous food and one of Orlando’s best “19th holes,” the Sundance Tavern.

Come play MetroWest.


Orlando, FL Orange County(407) 299-1099www.metrowestgolf.comwww.twitter.com/metrowestgolfwww.facebook.com/metrowestgolf.clubRATESFor the best rates available become a fan of MetroWestGolfClub on Facebook.STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Championship 7051 74.1 132Back 6619 71.1 130Middle 6104 68.8 123Forward 5325 70.3 122PERSONNEL Architect ........ Robert Trent Jones, Sr.Gen Mgr/Dir.of Golf ........Mike Pryor, PGASuperintendent. .......Jim Kernohan, GCSAAHead Professional .......... David TaylorDirector of Instruction ..... Tom Creavy

Recently voted Best Public Course in East Central Florida by Florida Golf Magazine’s Readers Choice Survey

Host Site of:U.S. Open Qualifi er 2010Champions Tour Q-School 2010

Map Key Number 16

With superior year-round playing conditions and unmatched guest service levels, Metrowest is a golf experience not to be missed.

MetroWest Golf Club“Best Public Course in Orlando” “Best Public Course in Orlando” – – Orlando MagazineOrlando Magazine

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Map Key Number 116

Inquire about our “All You Can” Practice, Play and Eat Ultimate Golf Experience! Unlimited practice, unlimited golf on the outstanding 18-hole cham-

pionship layout and all you can eat in the Remington Bar and Grille. Our walk-mown greens translate to the fi nest conditioned greens in the Orlando area. Awarded Four Stars by Golf Digest in “Places to Play for 2002-2008.”

Kissimmee, FL Osceola County (407) 344-4004www.remington-gc.com

RATESCall (407) 344-4004 for current rates. Juniors (16yrs or younger) play FREE with a paying adult after 2 p.m. daily.

STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Black 7111 73.9 134Yellow 6769 72.5 130Green 6328 70.6 123Blue 5876 68.5 119White 5178 69.8 118

PERSONNEL Architect ........Clifton, Ezell & Clifton

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Our multi-award-winning club combines the natural beauty of a lakeside environment nestled around century-old oaks, lush vegeta-

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Kissimmee, FL Osceola County (407) 348-GOLF(407) 348-4653 www.kissimmeebaycc.comRATES Public WelcomeCall (407) 348-4653 for current rates. Juniors (16yrs or younger) play FREE with a paying adult after 2 p.m. daily. Featuring “ALL YOU CAN Practice, Play and Eat.”

STATISTICSPar-71 Yards Rating Slope Gold 6846 72.2 125 Blue 6383 70.1 119White 5945 67.7 114Red 5171 71.0 122

PERSONNEL Architect ........................ Lloyd CliftonGeneral Mgr .....................Buck StineTeaching Pros .............. All PGA StaffSuperintendent .......Dave BogaenkoCourse Record ......... 63, Diane Bohl

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Steve Smyers’ dramatic hillside layout features 100-foot elevation changes that present spectacular views of the expansive fairways that are fl anked by

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Haines City, FL Polk County (800) 632-6400(863) 421-4653 www.southerndunes.com

Please call for current rates.STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Black 7227 74.7 135Blue 6803 72.6 129White 6298 70.2 123Gold 5633 72.4 126PERSONNEL Architect ......................Steve SmyersDir of Golf ....................... Shane TriceHead Pro. ..................Kevin WoodardSuperintendent. .............Tyler Green

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Kissimmee Golf Club has long been a favorite for locals and visitors seeking quality, enjoyable golf at a reasonable rate. The course is extremely

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STATISTICSPar-72 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6537 73.0 126White 6010 70.2 120Gold 5530 67.9 116Red 5026 68.6 116

PERSONNEL Architects ..................Reed Berlinsky

Bill BulmerSuperintendent ........Darin MartinezTeaching Pro .................Ian PetersonCourse Record ........60, Dirk Schultz

Kissimmee Golf Club See Coupon in Local News

Map Key Number 61

This Joe Lee design is one of the fi nest layouts in Central Florida. Located on the north side of Clermont, it meanders through the rolling hills

and unique scenery of Lake Minneola. Great course con-ditions and friendly service will keep you coming back again and again. Located just 30 minutes from down-town Orlando and 40 minutes from Disney World and the Orlando attractions area.

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STATISTICSPar-72 Yards Rating Slope Black 7004 73.8 127Gold 6418 71.2 123White 6063 69.6 119Red 5524 72.1 122

PERSONNEL Architects .............................. Joe LeeHead Pro .................. Earnest CollinsSuperintendent ......... Troy Blackwell

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Diamondback was designed by Joe Lee and is located in Central Florida, just 30 minutes from Disney World. The par-72 championship course

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Haines City, FL Polk County(863) 421-0437(800) 222-5629www.diamondbackgc.netRATES November – DecemberMonday-Friday ............................$42Sat-Sunday .................................$4736 hole M-F ................................$7136 Sat-Sun ..................................$82January - MarchMonday-Thurs .............................$69Fri,Sat,Sun ..................................$7536 hole Mon-Thurs .................. $12236 hole Fri, Sat,Sun ................ $130STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Gold 6893 73.1 131Blue 6420 70.5 129White 6046 68.7 124Gray 4973 65.1 98Red 4872 69.9 119PERSONNEL Architect ................................ Joe LeeDirector of Operations .....Lynn Zemba Asst. Golf Pro ................A.J. PlecenikSuperintendent ................. David Hill Course Record ..........62, Bill Shriver

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D esigned by famed architect Donald J. Ross in the late 1940’s, New Smyrna Beach Golf Course has received a total restoration and reopened in late

2006. Bobby Weed of Weed Design, Inc., who created and supervised the restoration, predicts this course “will become the number one municipal course in the state of Florida!” Handicapped cart, a fully-stocked pro shop, top notch practice facility and the Tiano’s Restaurant add to the reasons our course will be No. 1!

New Smyrna Beach, FL Volusia County(386) 424-2190 Pro Shop(386) 424-2192 Starter

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STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6521 71.4 130White 6155 69.8 124Gold 5584 66.9 117Red 4863 67.8 114

PERSONNEL Architect ....................... Donald RossGeneral Mgr .....................Gary WintzHead Professional ...........Gary WintzSuperintendent .............John Yancey

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T wo distinct golf courses – equally beautiful, challengingly different. That’s the delight of golf played at The Plantation Golf Club. Giant oaks

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Leesburg, FL Lake County(352) [email protected]

STATISTICS – OTTER CREEKPar-72 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6264 70.1 127White 5900 68.5 123Gold 5248 65.3 111Red 5032 69.5 116

STATISTICS – CRANE’S ROOSTPar-71 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6005 69.3 122White 5553 66.8 117Gold 5042 64.0 105Gold (Ladies) 5042 69.3 117Red (Ladies) 4532 66.1 110

PERSONNEL Dir. of Golf ........................Lee WilsonSuperintendent ............. Bill BeasleyTeaching Professional ..... Jim Sharer

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Zellwood, FL Orange County (407) 886-3303

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STATISTICSPar-72 Yards Rating Slope Blue 6473 70.7 123White 6034 68.9 118Red 4855 68.2 113Gold 4462 61.6 99

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Deltona, FL Volusia County(386) 789-3911

RATESPlease call for current rates.

STATISTICSPar: 72 Yards Rating SlopeI 7070 73.8 127II 6607 71.8 124III 6143 69.8 121IV 5555 66.8 118V 4770 63.2 106

PERSONNEL Architect ......................... Bobby WeedDirector of Golf .............Artie Wilson, PGASuperintendent. .............................Pete WebbHead Professional .......... Artie Wilson

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FLAGLER-VOLUSIA4 Deltona Club Semi-Private 7070-4770/72 (386) 789-3911 53 1120 Elkcam Blvd, Deltona 32725; I-4, exit 111A CA, left on Normandy Blvd. right on Elkcam Blvd. 96 LPGA International Semi-Private 7088-5131/72 (386) 274-LPGA 24, 25 1000 Champions Drive, Daytona Beach, 32124; I-95 to 92 W., north on LPGA Blvd. (11 St.) 5 miles to Champions Drive. 150 New Smyrna Beach Golf Club Municipal 6521-4863/72 (386) 424-2190 47 1000 Wayne Ave., New Smyrna Beach, 32168; I-95 exit at SR 44 east, travel SR 44 to Business 44/Route 1, north Route 1, West Wayne Ave.

LAKE-SUMTER COUNTIES101 Deer Island Country Club Semi-Private 7029-5139/72 (352) 343-7550 38 18000 Eagles Way, Tavares 32778; 441 N through Zellwood, west on Saddler (448) follow signs.

135 Kings Ridge Golf Club Semi-Private 6183-5101/70 (352) 242-4653 40 1950 Kings Ridge Blvd, Clermont FL 34711; 3 miles west of Hwy 50 on Hwy 27

70 Legends Golf & CC Semi-Private 6911-4859/72 (352) 243-1118 41 1700 Legendary Blvd., Clermont 34711; West SR 50 to US 27, south 3 miles.

61 Palisades Golf Course Semi-Private 7004-5524/72 (352) 394-0085 46 16510 Palisades Blvd., Clermont 34711; Hwy 50 to 27 N 2.7miles, left on 561-A.

133 The Plantation Golf Club Otter Creek Semi-Private 6264-5032/72 (352) 365-0526 49 Crane’s Roost Semi-Private 6005-4532/72 (352) 365-0526 49 25201 US Highway 27., Leesburg, FL 34748; Six miles south of Leesburg on US 27

95 Sugarloaf Mountain Semi-Private 7076-5288/72 (407) 544-1128 51 1455 Mountain Club Rd., Minneola, 34715; 10.5 miles off West Hwy 50 on CR 455 Scenic Hwy.

ORANGE COUNTY56 Eagle Creek Golf Club Public 7198-5929/73 (407) 273-4653 13-17, 80 14409 Narcoossee Rd., Orlando 32827; 417 to Narcoossee Rd. (15), South 2 miles to entrance on left.

57 Faldo Golf Institute at Marriott’s Grande Vista Resort Public Nine Holes (407) 238-7677x4040 18 12001 Avenida Verde, Orlando 32821; 1.5 miles south of Sea World, across street from Grande Pines.

12 Grande Pines Golf Club Resort 7012-5418/72 (407) 239-6909 8-12 6351 International Golf Club Rd., Orlando, Fl. 32821; 1.5 miles south of SeaWorld.

80 Hunter’s Creek Golf Club Public 7432-5755/72 (866) 319-9793 26-28 14401 Sports Club Way, Orlando 32837, On Hunter’s Creek Blvd., between John Young Pkwy and Orange Blossum Trail, 1 mile S of 417 86 Shingle Creek Golf Club Resort 7213-5081/72 (407) 996-9933 20, 21 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando 32819; 1/2 mile east of Convention Center, north/south complex; Beeline exit #2 on Universal Blvd.

60 Stoneybrook East Golf Club Semi-Private 6827-4804/72 (407) 384-6888 36 2900 N. Hampton Ave., Orlando 32828; 3 1/2 miles south of EW Expressway (408) on Alafaya.

82 Stoneybrook West GC Semi-Private 7101-3560/72 (407) 877-8533 39 5501 Towne Commons Blvd., Winter Garden 34787; 2.7 miles south of W Hwy 50 on S.R. 545.

132 Windermere Country Club Semi-Private 6558-5818/72 (407) 876-4410 33 2710 Butler Bay Dr. North, Windermere 34786; From Conroy Rd. turn right on Main St. in Windermere. Take Park Ave. 1.2 miles to Winderemere Club.

21 Zellwood Station Semi-Private 6473-4462/72 (407) 886-3303 50 2126 Spillman Dr., Zellwood 32798; 5 miles north of Apopka on 441.

SEMINOLE COUNTY106 Timacuan Golf & CC Semi-Private 7047-4693/72 (407) 321-0010 34 550 Timacuan Blvd., Lake Mary 32746; Interstate 4 to exit #98, east on Lake Mary Blvd., left on Rinehart Rd., 1 mile on right.

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OSCEOLA COUNTY129 Celebration GC Public 6792-5724/72 (407) 566-4653 2-3 701 Golf Park Dr., Celebration, Fl. 34747; I-4 to 192 East (exit 64A), right on Celebration Ave, right on Golf Park Dr.

49 Legends at Orange Lake Resort 7072-5188/72 (407) 905-1331 29 8505 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee 34747; I-4 to 192, west 4.5 miles to Orange Lake Resort.

13 Kissimmee Bay CC Semi-Private 6846-5171/71 (407) 348-4653 44 2801 Kissimmee Bay Blvd., Kissimmee 34744; Hwy 192 east to Boggy Creek Rd., east on Fortune.

14 Kissimmee GC Semi-Private 6537--5026/72 (407) 847-2816 46 3103 Florida Coach Drive, Kissimmee 34741; Route 192 to Hoagland Blvd., south 2.5 miles.

120 Kissimmee Oaks Semi-Private 6787-4939/72 (407) 933-4055 42 1500 The Oaks Blvd. Kissimmee 34746; South on John Young Pkwy from 1-4 approx. 18 miles. Turn left into The Oaks Community across form KFC and Publix.

116 Remington Golf Club Public 7111-5178/72 (407) 344-4004 44 2995 Remington Blvd., Kissimmee 34744; Hwy. 192 E. to Partin-Settlement Rd., left on E. Lake Shore Dr. 2 miles.

117 Royal St. Cloud Golf Club Public 7111-5531/72 (407) 593-7015 22-23 5310 Michigan Ave, St. Cloud 34772; Turnpike to Hwy 192, east approx 7 miles to Michigan, south 2 miles.

POLK COUNTY114 Diamondback GC Semi-Private 6805-6359/72 (863) 421-0437 47 6501 SR 544E, Haines City 33844; I-4 to US 27, south to 544, 6 miles

68 Highlands Reserve Golf Club Public 6673-4875/72 (863) 420-1724 35 500 Highlands Reserve Blvd., Davenport, 33837; Hwy. 192 west to SR 27, entrance 3 miles south on right.

94 Providence Semi-Private 6950-5110/72 (863) 420-2652 32 1518 Clubhouse Blvd., Davenport 33837; I-4 exit 58, east 1.5 miles to Lake Wilson Rd. Right 1 mile to

Ronald Regan Pkwy, left 2 miles to 17-92, right 1 mile to community entrance on left.

53 Stonegate Golf Club at Solivita/Oaks Semi-Private 7011-5285/72 (407) 622-6660 30, 31 Stonegate Golf Club/Cypress Semi-Private 6760-4822/72 (863) 427-7150 30, 31 404 Village Dr., Poinciana 34759; Hwy. 192 to Poinciana Blvd., 13 1/2 miles south.

59 Southern Dunes Golf & CC Semi-Private 7227-5633/72 (800) 632-6400 45 2888 Southern Dunes Blvd., Haines City, 33844; I-4 W. from Orlando to Exit 55(US 27); seven miles south on left

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129 Celebration Golf Academy School Celebration (407) 566-1014 257 Faldo Golf Institute at Marriott School Orlando (407) 238-7677 1856 Graves Golf Academy School Eagle Creek GC (407) 273-4653 80106 Mike Bender Golf Academy School Timacuan (407) 321-0444 34

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43 Inn On The Lakes Inn Sebring (800) 531-5253 59

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96 Knickers Bar & Grill American LPGA International (386) 274-5742 25

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N/A Exec golf Membership Card (866) 757-2123 78, 79N/A Tee Times Savings Discount Golf www.teetimessavings.com 54

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93 America’s Golf Golf Outlet Kissimmee (407) 390-9677 45121 Golf Galaxy Golf Retail Orlando (407) 248-4990 4, 5 47 GolfUSA of Clermont Merchandise,Club Fitting & Repair Clermont (352) 243-9120 18, 58

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Sun ‘N Lake Golf Community Sebring (863) 386-9135 55

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BREVARD COUNTYBarefoot Bay P Sebastian (321) 664-3174

Cocoa Beach CC M Coca Beach (321) 868-3351

The Great Outdoors SP Titusville (321) 269-5524

The Habitat GC at Valkaria P Malabar (321) 952-6312

Harbor City Municipal M Melbourne (321) 255-4606

Indian River Colony Club PV Melbourne (321) 255-6058

La Cita G & CC PV Titusville (321) 267-2955

The Majors GC SP Palm Bay (321) 952-8617

Melbourne Municipal M Melbourne (321) 722-6016

Palm Gardens GC P W. Melbourne (321) 723-3182

Patrick A.F.B. PV Cocoa (321) 494-7856

Port Malabar CC SP Palm Bay (321) 729-6533

Rockledge CC PV Rockledge (321) 636-3160

Royal Oak Resort &GC R Titusville (321) 269-4500

Sam’s Executive GC P Sharpes (321) 632-2890

The Savannahs M Merritt Island (321) 455-1375

Sherwood GC SP Titusville (321) 269-4653

Spessard Holland P Melbourne Beach (321) 952-4529

Suntree CC PV Melbourne (321) 242-6235

Turtle Creek GC SP Rockledge (321) 632-2520

Viera East GC P Viera (321) 639-6500

FLAGLER-VOLUSIACrane Lakes G & CC SP Port Orange (386) 767-4653

Cypress Knoll GC SP Palm Coast (386) 437-5807

Cypress Point G & RV P Osteen (407) 323-8798

Daytona Beach GC M Daytona (386) 671-3500

Debary Golf & CC SP Debary (386) 668-1705

Deland Country Club PV Deland (386) 734-3161

Deltona GC SP Deltona (386) 789-4911

GC at Cypress Head P Port Orange (386) 756-5449

Glen Abbey SP Debary (386) 668-4209

Halifax Plantation SP Ormond Beach (386) 676-9600

Hammock Dunes PV Palm Coast (386) 446-6222

Hidden Lakes GC P New Smyrna Beach (386) 427-4138

Matanzas Woods SP Palm Coast (386) 446-6330

The Oceans Golf Course SP Daytona Beach Shores (386) 788-2998

Ocean Palm Golf Course P Flager Beach (386) 439-2477

Oceanside CC PV Ormond Beach (386) 672-1991

Palm Harbor CC SP Palm Coast (386) 445-0845

Pelican Bay South SP Daytona Beach (386) 788-6496

Pine Lakes CC SP Palm Coast (386) 445-0852

Plantation Bay CC PV Ormond Beach (386) 437-4776

Riverbend SP Ormond Beach (386) 673-6000

Riviera Country Club SP Ormond Beach (386) 677-2464

Southridge GC SP DeLand (386) 736-0560

Spruce Creek SP Daytona Beach (386) 756-6116

Sugar Mill CC SP New Smyrna Beach (386) 426-5210

Tomoka Oaks CC SP Ormond Beach (386) 677-7117

Turnbull Bay P New Smyrna Beach (386) 427-8727

Venetian Bay PV New Smyrna Beach (386) 424-5775

Victoria Hills P Deland (386) 738-6000

HIGHLANDS COUNTYCountry Club of Sebring SP Sebring (863) 382-3500

Golf Hammock CC SP Sebring (863) 382-2151

Harder Hall G & T SP Sebring (863) 382-0500

Highlands Ridge SP Sebring (863) 471-2299

Lake Country GC P Lake Placid (863) 465-5303

Leisure Lake G & CC SP Lake Placid (863) 465-2888

Pinecrest on Lotela GC SP Avon Park (863) 453-7555

Placid Lakes Inn & CC PV Lake Placid (863) 465-4333

River Greens GC SP Avon Park (863) 453-5210

Sebring Golf Assoc. P Sebring (863) 385-0889

Sebring Shores CC SP Sebring (863) 385-7113

Spring Lake Ex. C P Spring Lake (863) 655-0202

Spring Lake G & T P Sebring (863) 655-0101

Sun ‘N Lake Estates G & TC P Sebring (863) 385-4830

LAKE-SUMTER COUNTIESBaytree Golf Course SP Tavares (352) 343-7227

Black Bear SP Eustis (352) 357-4732

CC of Mount Dora SP Mount Dora (352) 735-2263

Clerbrook Resort GC SP Clermont (352) 394-6165

Continental P Wildwood (352) 748-3293

Hacienda Hills SP Lady Lake (352) 753-5155

Harbor Hills SP Lady Lake (352) 753-7711

Kings Ridge GC SP Clermont (352) 242-4653

The Lakes GC P Lady Lake (352) 750-4414

The Links @ Spruce Creek SP Summerfi eld (352) 347-6172

Miona Lake GC SP Wildwood (352) 748-4200

Mission Inn Resort R Howey-In-The-Hills (352) 324-3885

Monarch GC SP Leesburg (352) 314-9000

Mount Dora Golf Assoc. P Mount Dora (352) 383-3954

Nancy Lopez Legacy GC SP Lady Lake (352) 753-1450

Orange Blossom Hills SP Lady Lake (352) 753-5200

Palisades GC SP Clermont (352) 394-0085

Pennbrooke Fairways SP Leesburg (352) 728-3200

Sanctuary Ridge SP Clermont (352) 243-0411

Silver Lake G & CC PV Leesburg (352) 787-3443

Swiss Fairways G & CC SP Clermont (352) 429-9065

Tierra Del Sol G & CC SP Lady Lake (352) 750-4600

Water Oak CC SP Lady Lake (352) 753-3905

Wedgewood GC P Grand Island (352) 589-0072

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MARION COUNTYBaseline GC P Ocala (352) 245-4414

Country Club of Ocala PV Ocala (352) 237-6644

CC of Silver Springs Shores SP Ocala (352) 687-2828

Del Webb’s Preserve GC SP Dunnellon (352) 861-9899

Del Webb’s Eagle Ridge SP Summerfi eld (352) 307-1668

Golden Hills G & TC SP Ocala (352) 629-7980

Golden Ocala Golf & EC PV Ocala (352) 629-6229

Huntington GC P Ocala (352) 347-3333

Juliette Falls GC SP Dunnellon (866) 924-4047

Lake Diamond SP Ocala (352) 687-1000

Marion Oaks CC P Ocala (352) 347-1271

Oak Run Golf Club P Ocala (352) 854-0122

Ocala Palms SP Ocala (352) 732-4653

Pine Oaks of Ocala M Ocala (352) 401-6941

Rainbow’s End G&CC SP Dunnellon (352) 489-4566

Rainbow Springs G&CC SP Dunnellon (352) 489-3566

Royal Oaks GC SP Ocala (352) 861-1818

Rolling Greens Exec. SP Ocala (352) 624-0511

Stonecrest GC SP Summerfi eld (352) 245-0565

SummerGlen GC SP Ocala (352) 307-1766

ORANGE COUNTYBay Hill Club & Lodge PV Orlando (407) 876-2429

CC of Orlando PV Orlando (407) 425-2319

Dubsdread GC M Orlando (407) 246-2551

Eastwood GC SP Orlando (407) 281-4653

Errol Estates SP Apopka (407) 886-3676

Fairways CC SP Orlando (407) 282-7535

Falcon’s Fire R Kissimmee (407) 239-5445

Forest Lake GC P Ocoee (407) 654-4653

The Golden Bear PV Orlando (407) 876-1461

Grand Cypress Resort R Orlando (407) 239-4700

Isleworth PV Windermere (407) 876-5944

Lake Nona GC PV Orlando (407) 859-3402

Lake Orlando P Orlando (407) 298-1230

North Shore SP Orlando (407) 277-9277

Orange County National P Winter Garden (407) 656-2626

Orange Tree GC PV Orlando (407) 351-2521

Rio Pinar CC PV Orlando (407) 277-5520

Rock Springs Ridge SP Apopka (407) 814-7474

Sweetwater CC PV Apopka (407) 889-4666

Ventura CC P Orlando (407) 277-2640

Walt Disney Courses R Orlando (407) 939-7746

Wedgefi eld G & CC SP Orlando (407) 568-2116

West Orange CC PV Winter Garden (407) 656-1914

Winter Park Municipal M Winter Park (407) 623-3339

Winter Pines GC P Winter Park (407) 671-3172

OSCEOLA COUNTY

ChampionsGate R ChampionsGate (407) 787-4653

Harmony Golf Preserve P Harmony (407) 891-8525

Orange Lake R Kissimmee (407) 239-1050

Reunion Resort R Davenport (407) 390-9665

Waldorf Astoria GC R Orlando (407) 597-5500

POLK COUNTY

Cypress Greens GC SP Lake Alfred (863) 956-4179

Cypresswood G&CC PV Winter Haven (863) 324-6174

Cypress Lakes G & CC SP Lakeland (863) 859-6871

Deer Creek Golf R SP Davenport (863) 424-3153

Four Lakes P Winter Haven (863) 291-0930

Grasslands G & CC PV Lakeland (863) 680-1600

The Hamptons GC P Auburndale (863) 666-8442

Highland Fairways PV Lakeland (863) 858-0947

Imperialakes G & RC PV Imperialakes (863) 425-1154

Indian Lake G & CC SP Indian Lake Estates (863) 692-1514

Lake Henry GC PV Winter Haven (863) 299-2683

Lake Region Y & CC PV Winter Haven (863) 324-4579

Lake Wales CC PV Lake Wales (863) 676-6519

Lily Lake Golf Resort SP Frostproof (863) 635-2676

Oakwood Golf Club P Lake Wales (863) 676-8558

Polo Park GC SP Davenport (863) 424-3341

Polo Park East GC P Davenport (863) 424-0093

Plant City GC P Plant City (813) 752-1524

Ridgewood Lakes P Davenport (863) 424-8688

River Ranch GC P Lake Wales (863) 692-1321

Skyview Golf & CC P Lakeland (863) 665-4008

Sun Air Resort & CC R Haines City (863) 439-4958

Sweetwater Golf & TC SP Haines City (863) 956-5530

Walden Lake C & CC SP Plant City (863) 754-8575

Willowbrook GC M Winter Haven (863) 291-5899

SEMINOLE COUNTY

Casselberry GC P Casselberry (407) 699-9310

Deer Run CC SP Casselberry (407) 699-9592

CC at Heathrow PV Heathrow (407) 333-1469

Interlachen PV Winter Park (407) 657-5220

Legacy Club at Alaqua PV Longwood (407) 444-9995

Magnolia Plantation SP Lake Mary (407) 771-4343

Mayfair CC SP Sanford (407) 322-2531

Rolling Hills SP Longwood (407) 834-6818

Sabal Point CC SP Longwood (407) 869-4622

Twin Rivers SP Oviedo (407) 366-1211

Wekiva GC SP Longwood (407) 862-5113

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Local Golf News from the Central Florida Area Fall/Winter 2010-11

There are a few myths that show up on the lesson tee from time to time. These myths are passed on from generation to generation, and can have a harmful effect on your golf swing. I have chosen two of the most common myths to debunk:No. 1 – You should always keep your head downNo. 2 – You have to ‘get under’ the ball to get it airborne

Do any of these sound familiar? Are you currently trying to incorporate any of them into your golf swing.

Myth No. 1 A very common fi x offered by sympa-

thetic golf buddies and spouses is “Keep your head down.” In reality, this hurts your game far more than it helps. When golfers keep their head down through the swing, any chance of getting into a good balanced fi nish-ing position is lost.

Look at the photo of the two fi nishes.

The photo on the left is an example of what happens when a golfer attempts to keep his/

her head down during the swing. Notice how, by keeping my head fi xed, my golf swing is restricted and I’m unable to transfer my weight onto my left side. I drew a vertical line from my left foot up through my body.

Notice the difference between the two swings. By allowing the head to turn with your chest so that you’re watching the ball in fl ight, versus looking at the divot where the ball used to be, your entire body can rotate to the target and fi nish in a good, balanced position.

Myth No. 2The idea that you must get under the

ball to get it airborne is the root cause for many chilly dipped and thinned wedge shots around the green. Golf is a brilliant game of opposites. You want to hit down on the ball to make the ball go up. If you try to swing up on the ball, you’re actually raising the club up into the ball. As a result, you will either bot-tom the club out too early (a fat shot) or work the leading edge of the club up so you will strike the ball in the equator ( a thin shot).

Notice the photo of the two impact

Local Golf News from the Central Florida Area Fall/Winter 2010-11

GOLFER’S GUIDE NEWS

Two Golf Myths for the New Golfer

Written by David GrahamCertifi ed Instructor, Faldo Golf Institute

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positions. In the image on the left, I’m trying to “get under the ball.” Notice how the shaft is tilted backward. That is a weak position to strike a ball. The photo on the right is a better impact position because I’m trying to swing down and through the ball, rather than lift it. The shaft has a forward lean and my weight is in my left side where it should be.

Sometimes those old standard golf “tips” aren’t all that benefi cial. Let your head turn with your shoulders into a good proud fi nish position. Teach yourself to hit down and compress the ball and get away from the thought that you have to help the ball into the air. By getting a better picture in your mind of what the swing is, you will be on your way to a sound golf game.

■ LAKE MARY PREP SENIOR WINS CITY TITLE

A 17-year-old senior at Lake Mary Prep was not very kind to his elders on Sunday in the Lake Mary City Golf Championship at Timacuan Golf Club.

Owen Curry shot an even-par 72 from the back tees over the Ron Garl design to win the city title by two shots over runner-up Jay Sampsell. John Henry was third at 76.

“I didn’t make as many putts as I would have liked, but overall I played pretty well,” said Curry, a member at Heathrow Country Club and a native of Colchester, England.

“Timacuan is a great golf course and is in good condition. It is a strategic layout. You have to play the par fi ves well, and if you do that you shoot a good score.”

Curry had 14 pars to go with two birdies and two bogeys. He secured the title with birdies on 10 and 12.

Finishing tied for fourth at 78 were Chris Parone and Josh Strausbaugh, followed by Mike Shields at 79.Other winners were:

Overall Low NetRussell McLatchey – 66A FLIGHTLow gross – 76 Andrew SiglerLow net – 69 Carl Isbell

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B FLIGHTLow gross – 80 Andy BaileyLow net – 66 Nathan RoqueC FLIGHTLow gross – 96 Roger StoudtLow net – 73 Hector OTimacuan Golf Club is a semi-

private course that has been ranked as high as No. 14 in Florida. It features a Scottish fl avor on the front nine and a Carolinas Low Country feel on the back nine. For more information, call 407-321-0010, ext. 2, or visit www.golftimacuan.com

■ NEW TURF, SAME GREAT LAYOUT AT SOUTHERN DUNES

Haines City’s award-winning South-ern Dunes Golf & Country Club has re-opened with new Champion Bermuda Dwarf greens, the result of an unexpect-ed improvement project that closed the course for much of the summer. Grain has yet to take hold, and the greens are rolling as well as any course in the Orlando area.

For those of you who are unfamiliar with Champion Dwarf, it is very dense and aggressive grass that makes for a beautiful putting surface, allowing cours-es to maintain higher green speeds year round. The added bonus to Champion Dwarf is that overseeding is no longer required since the grass holds its color during the winter months in Florida.

Many of the most prestigious courses in the Southeast are now install-ing Champion Dwarf including Seminole CC the No. 1 course in Florida. In 2011 “The Atlanta Athletic Club” will be the fi rst course in over 30 years to host a “Major” (The PGA Championship) fea-turing Bermuda grass (Champion Dwarf) greens.

New landscaping here and there

throughout the course will also accom-pany the newly renovated greens. The Champion Dwarf greens will only add to the popularity of this stunning course that has been consistently ranked among the nation’s best. If it has been a while since you have played Southern Dunes you will certainly want to put it on your play list the next time you visit Orlando.

■ FALCON’S FIRE GOLF DEBUTS NEW LOOK

Falcon’s Fire Golf Club has de-buted a new and improved look, further establishing it as one of Central Florida’s leading public-access coures. The $1.5 million renovation project is highlighted by resurfaced greens, a Championship-length layout stretching to just over 7,000 yards and a remodeled clubhouse.

As part of the golf course enhance-ment project, all greens were resurfaced with TifEagle variety of turf, an UltraD-warf Bermuda grass, providing golfers with faster, smoother putting conditions.

Additional modifi cations to the course included the enlarging of bun-kers, the re-sculpt-ing of fairways, the creation of new run-off areas around certain greens, and installing an im-proved greens

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irrigation and drainage system. Further, with the construction of

additional tee boxes on select holes, the course has been stretched to over 7,000 yards from the Championship tees, offer-ing a fair challenge for golfers of all skill levels, while ensuring the shot-making skills of elite players are tested when playing from the tips. Complementing the exciting renovations is a new fl eet of carts complete with a new GPS system.

In addition to the new tee boxes, Falcon’s Fire has invested in a breadth of new maintenance equipment, which will improve the daily operation of the club, while ensuring a best-in-class condi-tioned golf course.

■ STONEYBROOK WESTCOME BACK TO OUR NEW FUTURE

Since our purchase of the Stoney-brook West in late spring, we have been working diligently to improve every aspect of the property to provide each guest with an exceptional experience.

Our maintenance team has been hard at work to improve the overall look and feel of the golf course. We’ve re-ceived many comments from our guests about how great the course looks and the improved quality of the entire facility. Recently we completed extensive work to resolve several long standing drainage issues.

We have added a new fl eet of Club Car golf carts and have completed many physical improvements in the clubhouse area – from tree trimming to refurbish-ing the golf shop. We are delighted to announce that our restaurant is now open and that we are ready to host daily lunch and events of any kind. Come see us for some our ‘themed’ evening dinners which have become a big neighborhood hit.

We are proud to be part of the Cele-bration Golf Management team and urge you to visit our other courses in the area including the Celebration Golf Club, Kings Ridge Golf Club, Legends Golf and Country Club and our newest property, the Golden Bear Club at Keene’s Point in Windermere.

The CGM team is currently estab-lishing a reservation center being built to assist you in making tee times at any of our properties. The center will be open-ing in the 4th quarter and we want you to come get to know us and let us Create Great Memories for each of you.

So please take time to come visit to the new Stoneybrook West Golf Club… it will be a whole new future!


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We Dot the I’s and Cross the T’sfor all of your golf Website needs

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They don’t make professional athletes and husbands like the great Byron Nelson anymore.That’s the resounding message passed

along by Peggy Nelson, Byron’s wife of 20 years, in her loving tribute to the man she worshiped and the time they spent together. “Life with Lord Byron: Laughter, Romance, and Lessons Learned from Golf’s Greatest Gentleman” chronicles the couple’s relation-ship and the lessons they taught each other in touching detail.

Peggy provides fi rst-hand stories of Byron’s compassion, kindness, humility and competitive fi re, and compiles a wide-range of tales from friends, family and fellow golfers.

Byron won 52 PGA Tour tournaments during his brilliant but brief career, includ-ing fi ve major championships. A humble hero, he exited the professional golf scene to pursue other interests and avoid some of the attention his fame required.

“(Byron) didn’t consider himself famous, he would just say a lot of people know me,” Peggy relayed from Fairway Ranch just outside of Dallas. “He always tried to be very patient and one of the things I admired most about him was one of the reasons he left the Tour early. The pressure from media and fans had reached such a level, and there was so much attention, he was concerned he might be unkind to someone.”

Byron’s most notable achievement on the golf course came during the 1945 season, when he won an unprecedented 11 consecu-tive PGA Tour events, and 18 of 35 overall. He would fi nish second an astonishing seven times in the same year, and set a record for scoring average of 68.33 which stood until a guy named Tiger Woods broke it in 2000.

But above all, the most important aspect of Byron’s life was the relationships he formed with people and his relationship with God. Peggy hammers home the point that Byron never forgot where his talent came from, and took every opportunity to change the lives of those he encountered for the better. For a man with so much infl uence and fame, his humility was heaven sent.

“Humility is something you have to work at,” Peggy said. “Other people’s percep-tion of you will be very closely tied to how you behave in the small moments as well as the big ones. Sometimes there are heroes that are really genuine heroes through and through.”


Life with Lord ByronLaughter, Romance, and Lessons Learned from Golf’s Greatest Gentleman

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