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ozzone47

Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Lives
Bloomfield, NJ
Handicap
15-19
Age
65+
Gender
Male
Skill
Intermediate
Plays
A few times a week

About

Variety is the spice of life. I enjoy playing new courses and exploring what they have to offer. To date I've played 544 different courses, from Pebble Beach to St. Andrews. I have also played every public course in New Jersey and many in the surrounding states. I'm always looking for somewhere new to play. @aol.com

Review Statistics

Average Rating

4.1
4.1
Total 278 Reviews

Rating Breakdown

278 Reviews
5 Stars
108
4 Stars
109
3 Stars
45
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
12
Recommended Courses
268
Not Recommended Courses
10
Helpful Votes Count
67
Not Helpful Votes Count
11
First Review
06/06/2015
Last Review
02/14/2019

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Reviews

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I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Red/White

Very enjoyable round. Some great green complexes that were fun to putt. Conditions were good throughout. And $39 for weekday seniors, can't beat that.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate

The Lynx at River Bend Golf Club

Played On 07/12/2018
1.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A.W Tillinghast?

Built 9 hole in 1922. There is very little left that resembles anything he's done. Conditions are terrible throughout. Some greens have bare spots. The routing was very strange also, pay attention to the signs. Local knowledge would help as there are a few blind T shots. Drove an hour and a half to play, certainly not worth that. Very few playing which is why the pace of play was good. Good points, there are a few nice green complexes and they are certainly working on the course. Play it once if you haven't, but certainly not worth a long drive.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 07/13/2018:
Hello, on behalf of The Lynx at River Bend Golf Club staff we appreciate you taking the time to address your concerns as we are always looking to improve. We are disappointed to hear that you were not happy with the conditions of the course but still hope you enjoyed your round. Again, we appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.
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Commented on 07/14/2018

Hey U4805245
Most of my reviews (230+)are positive, but I call them as I see them. This course needs a lot of work. I really hesitate on making a negative review. I don't see any other reviews from you.

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Commented on 07/13/2018

I travel extensively throughout the US so I rely heavily on reviews for certain things. I just finished 18 holes and I must say, this has to be one of the more misleading reviews that I’ve read in quite some time. In relation to the 5 recent courses that I’ve played, this course has some of the best views and overall scenery out there. It’s clear that the ownership has taken much pride in fixing/updating conditions that were neglected in years past. For the money, $45, one of the best around! Well worth the drive.

Spook Rock Golf Course

Played On 07/09/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

It doesn't get...

...much better than this for public golf. Great layout. Great conditions throughout. This is a must play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Princeton Country Club

Played On 07/08/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Used cart

Fun to play

Greens and tee's were in great shape. There was some drainage problems as several holes were cart path only.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 07/19/2018:
Thank you for leaving us four stars! We're so pleased that you enjoyed your round despite the wet conditions. Please come and see us again soon.

Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club

Played On 07/02/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Roller Coaster Ride

Very few flat lies on this course. Don't be fooled by the yardage. This course plays long, with many uphill holes, especially most greens were raised up too. And plenty of blind shots. I should be easier next time around

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging

High Bridge Hills Golf Club

Played On 06/29/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Pick the right tee's

This course plays tougher than the yardage indicates. Check the slope rating, one of the highest around.
Conditions were great throughout. Don't hit it in the long stuff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 10/30/2018

A good reminder of the Tee it Forward initiative of the USGA... play what tee is appropriate for your ability! Thank you for playing with us.

South Shore Golf Course

Played On 06/22/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Used cart

It was like playing it for the first time...

....because it was 40 years since the last time. To me everything was better. A fun layout without too much trouble. The greens were very good.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Used cart

Only Once

Some strange holes here with plenty of blind T shots.
Even a down hill par 3 that you can't see the green. Look out for the rocks in the rough. I did like all the inverted grass bunkers. And I really enjoyed the Donald Ross greens.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate

Bowling Green Golf Club

Played On 06/17/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Used cart

Serene

A very quiet setting with beautiful conditions. 4th hole is silly, other wise a good layout. It's a little pricey too.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate

Glen Brook Country Club

Played On 06/14/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Worth the Drive from NJ

Some very interesting holes, that really make you think. Starting with the first, blind tee shot uphill. No.9, stay right on this steeply sloping fairway. I hit it in the left rough and wound up in the right rough. 15th par 5 2nd shot is blind over a creek. 16th par 3, straight up hill.
Conditions were good throughout.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Fairway Mews Golf Club

Played On 06/08/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Fun Day

A very enjoyable day playing this course which is an easy walk. It is all about the green complexes, that are not easy. This course was built over an old Donald Ross course and I think they may have saved some of the greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Used cart

Certainly Different

Not one hole was near another. 13.1 miles of cart path,
honestly! Very, very hilly with no bail out anywhere. Either fairway or lost ball. Condition were good throughout. And some very scenic holes. Play it and be amazed.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Shark River Golf Course

Played On 06/04/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Walked

Long time...

...since the last time I played here. It is much improved. Conditions were good through even though it was heavy rain the night before. It is also longer, 300+ yard since the last time I played here. 5 Par 4's over 400.
18th hole, par 5 from the white tees 578 yds. Come on!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate

Bella Vista Country Club

Played On 05/30/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Used cart

Enjoyable Round!

Don't be fooled by the yardage, this is a challenging course. Fairways are narrow, 25 yds wide, then the heavy rough and then the trees. favorite holes, #8 par 3, 215 yds through a narrow opening in the trees. #18, short par 4 with a sharp dogleg right to a small green fronted by a pond. The greens were small and excellent.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Coakley-Russo Memorial Golf Course

Played On 05/22/2018
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Walked

A Throwback...

...to earlier times, like playing golf 100 years ago.
Rough was deep and will cost you a stroke. There are "NO" bunkers on the course. There is some native areas but are far from the fairway. There are no power carts available. Push/pull carts yes, or you can bring your own. Fairly level, so it is walkable.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate

The Ridge At Back Brook

Played On 05/21/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Used cart

Absolutely Stunning

Incredible architecture throughout on this rolling terrain. The clubhouse is spectacular too. And very, very challenging.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging

Seaview - The Bay Course

Played On 05/15/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Used cart

Don't let...

...the yardage fool you. This is not an easy course. The Donald Ross greens are a challenge. Looking forward to the LPGA playing here in a few weeks

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Shore Gate Golf Club

Played On 05/14/2018
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Used cart

Played here...

...many years ago when it was ranked very high in the state. Not anymore. Conditions where lacking, especially the bunkers, which there are quite a few.
The course was wet so it was cart path only, which I understand, but is was still very difficult because of the moguls and and bunkers lining most fairways. And there are some long walks from green to next tee.
Architecturally, it is visually exciting.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Mountain View Golf Course

Played On 05/07/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
Previously Played
Used cart

A Good Challenge

It's been 20+ years since I played it last and it is so much better. Good conditions throughout. It looks like William and David Gordon had something to do with this course. Just could have used a ranger.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/22/2018:
Thank you for leaving us a great four-star review! It's great to hear that you played with us again after 20 years and had a great time. Please come and see us again soon!

Tumblebrook Golf Course

Played On 05/02/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 25 Contributor
New York Advisor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Just a lot of fun

The Donald Ross greens keep it very interesting.
No. 4/13 is the inverted bowl. Hit from one side it rolls off the other. Really need to approach from the front.
I liked the 6 sets of tees, front, middle, back, they could change the hole dramatically.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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