There is no other country in the world like the USA with a vast wrap sheet in golfing. America is
also famous for its notable golf courses covering the mid west, west, southwest, and northwest
areas. The (USGA) United States Golf Association has 10,000 club members and numerous
courses, and this association conducts national open championships and tournaments for
professional, amateur, junior, and senior golfers. It also takes responsibility for the rules of Golf in
collaboration with the British-based R&A.
Golf is a sport that people of all age groups can enjoy. It is widespread in America as it offers a
lot of excitement. People can enjoy the greens and tee-off available in many towns and cities of
the US. It’s an individual sport where you can develop your skills by competing with yourself.
Moreover, a golf vacation is an ultimate time to spend with your family, friends.
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PGA Tour
PGA stands for Professional Golfers’ Association. There is another term abbreviated as LPGA,
which represents Ladies Professional Golf Association. This organization runs leading
professional golf tours. These tours help organize unconnected professional tournaments
separately for men and women. And more professional golfers make their source of income either
as a teaching professional or as a club, which means that the PGA tour focuses on the golfers’
needs.
The PGA tour organizes events and tournaments on the flagship for professional players and 50+
age group members. The men’s golf championship/major is among the four prestigious events.
The Master’s Tournament, US Open, and the Open Championship are annual. The winner of the
Master Golf Tournament is given a green sports coat as a registered trademark.
Top 5 Golf Courses
NGLA
The National Golf Links of America (NGLA) was founded by C.B McDonald and Seth
Raynor, engineers, and golf course architects. McDonald was the mentor and a member
of the World Golf Hall of Fame. Both the designers come together to create a truly great
course that stands as a strategic design to marvel for decades to come. Its template holes
are superb, and it also features the longest tees for a 73 par in 6779 yards of Golf.
It is one of the prestigious golf courses in Southampton. Due to its exclusive style, this
private country club has everything a golfer hopes for. It was ranked 15 according to Golf
Digest’s list of America’s top 100 Golf courses.
Cypress Point
It’s a private golf club located along the central coast on Pebble beach of California. Alistair
McKenzie designed it in 1928 with his flow architect Robert Hunter. Its architectural design
features eighteen holes and is famous for several dramatic holes along the Pacific Ocean.
It is one of the best golf courses globally due to its magical, unique, and beautiful design
and is among the top 50 golf courses. If you’re playing here, you’re required to have your caddies because most of the time, the guests use this place. Though it has 275
club members and 30 locals still, the management strictly observes discipline.
Pinehurst No.2
Located in North Carolina, this golf course is popularly known as the home of Golf in
the US. It has a length of 7558 yards and a jaw-dropping design by Donald Ross. Bill Coore
and Ben Crenshaw undertook the facelift project to bring the course back to its original
design in 2011. A one-year-long renovation has made it a terrific test of Golf with beautifully
designed greens for defense. Every golfer wants to play at Pinehurst No.2 to test their
golfing skills.
The No.2 course is said to be the most challenging place for skilled golfers in America.
The Ryder Cup and US open tournament had the pleasure of using this course. Its unique
layout and vast stretch of sandy wasteland have made it the most remarkable site in Golf.
LACC-North
The department of park and recreation in Los Angeles has 19 golf courses and 17 other
facilities. The green fees at the public courses range from $1.75 to $30 depending on the
number of holes, time, player’s age, and day, just like the pine valley. The physical features
of these golf courses are lovely and exciting. They begin from the foothills of Mount San
Gabriel to the Coastline of the Pacific Ocean.
In the year 2010, Gil Hanse with his team members renovated this golf course. They
reshaped the bunkers, widened the fairways, and relocated a natural barranca to its
original form. The LACC North hosted the Walker Cup 2017 and is waiting for 2023
US Open tournament.
Muirfield Village Golf Course
To welcome thousands of golfers every year, Jack Nicklaus has created fantastic golf
courses from New York to California. Having hosted the PGA Tour and Ryder Cup 1987,
President’s Cup 2013, Muirfield Village is the USA’s top pedigree golf course. Jack’s
nickname is the “Golden Bear” he is an American retired golfer with 117 professional
tournament wins.
This Golf Club is family-friendly, with exclusive amenities and services provided to its
members. It has a 35 years long tradition to follow and the features to thrive in a family-oriented, social community. During your golf vacation, you have a great experience
as it offers a fun, friendly atmosphere and a calendar full of social events.
Things To Know Before Joining A PGA Tour In 2021
The health and safety of all PGA Tour fans is the priority. CDC guidelines will help this year to
promote a safe experience at the golf course. The three Ws-wearing a mask, washing hands, and watching your distance are essential for the guests, caddies, players, volunteers, staff,
and other associates. For more safety measures, you can visit the local tournament site.
Conclusion
When a new golf course is created or planned, most people feel that it’s only for the elite class
who want to earn money from such developments. But in fact, they are designed for the
community and to enhance the environment with fun. The activities at the golf course are
community-centric. You can have a good time with your family and friends. Golf is the game that
calculates the value of sportsmanship, life skills, respect, honesty, and self-control.