Lives
Bessemer, AL
Handicap
5-9
Age
45-54
Gender
Male
Skill
Intermediate
Plays
Once a week

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Average Rating

4.4
4.3
Total 20 Reviews

Rating Breakdown

20 Reviews
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Recommended Courses
19
Not Recommended Courses
1
Helpful Votes Count
1
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0
First Review
04/12/2013
Last Review
09/11/2023

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The Refuge Golf Club

Played On 09/09/2023
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

toooo sllloooow

We teed off at 12:54, played the first two holes at a reasonable pace and then hit No. 3, where there was a group on the green and one on the tee. Then, it got worse. On No. 4, a group on the green, one in the fairway, three on the tee (inccluding the group behind us). It was that way for at least the next 8 holes. When we finally finished, it was 6:15. Perhaps the course would be more playable if they spread the tee times out more. Like maybe 15 minutes between tee times. The bottleneck at 4 and 5 is real and needs to be planned for.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/13/2023

Hi, hoosierdaddy! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at The Refuge Golf Club!

I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Crooked numbers

A windy day and a challenging layout led to a difficult day at Crooked Cat. But the course was in great shape (as they prepare to host a LIV event in March) and the views were amazing. I would definitely play it again (as well as the other 18 which looked like it might be even more fun) although I'd like to take a crack at it on a less windy day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 03/27/2023

Thank you for your review. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Crooked Cat at Orange County National. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Providence Golf Club

Played On 03/02/2023
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good times

Providence is a challenging and fun track. The GPS in the carts was quite helpful, although there a few holes where a local/regular would have been helpful. The course was in excellent shape, and we had a great time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

challenging and fun

We played all 27 holes Royal St. Cloud has to offer. The Red nine is a bit tighter than the White and Blue nines, but all were playable and offered a good challenge for our group. The courses were packed, so play was a bit slow at times, but overall, we had an excellent experience. Saw a few cranes and other birds, and a gator watched me birdie No. 3 on the White nine.

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

Ballantrae Golf Club

Played On 01/30/2023
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

outstanding

Given the amount of rain we've had the past several weeks, the course was expectedly soaked. While it was difficult to find a dry spot, the course was still playable. That said, we moved up a set of tees to offset the lack of roll and had a great time, basically having the course to ourselves. The greens were more receptive than I'd ever seen them, and putts rolled beautifully. The layout never disappoints. The course is interesting and challenging.

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

Limestone Springs Golf Club

Played On 01/11/2023
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

better days

This was the first time playing Limestone Springs since they renovated their greens. As expected they were hard to hold, but they were great to putt on. Being the offseason, the course was not in the best shape, but it was better than the last time I was there a few years ago. They are clearly making an effort to return it to the great course it once was. I will definitely return, and I can't wait to see how the greens mature.

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

The Club At Viniterra

Played On 11/07/2022
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

stunningly slow

The course was in great shape for early November, and the weather was ideal. The greens were receptive and consistent throughout. The course is big, playing long enough for my group from the fourth set of tees. I have little to complain about ... other than the foursome in front of us that refused to let our threesome play through any of the five times we arrived to the tee while they were still hitting their tee shots. That made for a needlessly long day for us and the four twosomes playing behind us. Perhaps membership comes with the privilege of making everyone else watch you putter around?

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

Plum Creek Golf Club

Played On 06/01/2022
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

keeping pace

the course was in great shape and our foursome was able to get around in 3 hours 45 minutes. unfortunately, that pace wasn't fast enough for the four members behind us. the two members of our group who had never seen plum creek felt rushed most of the round. other than that, great time on a great course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/06/2022

Your feedback is important to us, hoosierdaddy. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Plum Creek Golf Club.

I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great day on the links

My son and I had a great time at Rock Barn. The course was in great shape, fairways were immaculate and the greens were true and consistent. The views were cool, and the elevation changes made the course more fun. We didn't have to wait on the group in front of us, and we never felt rushed. The only negative was the maintenance crew member who drove up to the third tee just as I started to hit my shot. But, hey, if that's the only issue, I'd call it a pretty great day. I would definitely play there again, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others.

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

FarmLinks at Pursell Farms

Played On 08/25/2021
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

love the farm

When we teed off, the conditions were perfect. Then, we hit No. 15 and the skies emptied on us. We played 15 through a steady drizzle, got a break on 16 and 17, then got drenched on 18. But it was still a great time. My only complaint? Someone playing ahead of us had trouble picking his fee up, leaving drag marks and scuffs all over the greens. And the greens close to the holes were pretty chewed up. I just wish people would learn how to repair a ball mark ...

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

Ballantrae Golf Club

Played On 08/16/2021
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Hanover Golf Club

Played On 07/23/2021
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

good times

my son and I were looking for a good round at a reasonable cost and Hanover delivered. the layout was challenging but fair. the greens were awesome. the views were very nice. we would definitely play Hanover again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

great layout

we played 9 holes on one course before playing 18 on Moorland. we saw the beverage cart on the sixth hole of our first nine. after that, even with a call to the clubhouse, we did not see it again. and it was a hot and steamy day. greens on the first nine had been punched recently (no warning from the course) and the back nine on Moorland had been sanded (again, we didn't know until we made the turn). pace of play was great on the first nine, was downright awful on the second nine, and was awesome on the third nine after the group in front of us called it a day. all of that said, we thoroughly enjoyed the layout, and we would likely play the legends again.

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

Wood Wind Golf Club

Played On 06/06/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

friendly folks

It had been several years since I last played the course (it had a different name the last time I was there) and I was pleased to find it just as good. I mistakenly reserved a tee time for Thursday and showed up on Wednesday. They were kind enough to transfer my tee time over and still charged me the Golfnow rate. The course was in great shape and remains a good test. I'll be back the next time I return to the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 06/14/2018:
Hello, thank you for the four stars! We are glad to hear that our staff was able to accommodate your tee time and we are happy that you found our course in great shape. Come back again soon!

Cherokee Ridge Country Club

Played On 03/18/2018
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

early-season bargain

The grass was still brown and the greens had been recently punched, but we were pleasantly surprised when we showed up to find out the course had discounted the rate we had agreed upon through GolfNow. That helped quite a bit in making the trip worthwhile. The course layout is excellent, and it's challenging enough to make you work to card a good score. I especially enjoy the par-3s. And the par-5 10th is an intriguing hole. Play the right set of tees for your game, and you'll have a good time at Cherokee Ridge.

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

Heatherwood Hills Country Club

Played On 08/27/2017
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Tight and tough

Heatherwood Hills isn't a long course, but it makes up for a lack of length with a lot of tight fairways. The course winds around through a neighborhood, so errant shots are as likely to be lost as found. Accuracy is a must. You can almost leave the driver at home as most of the holes -- even the drivable par-4 sixth -- don't allow for driver off the tee. I found the risk far outweighed the reward any time I took out the driver. The greens are decent sized and were pretty consistent, leaning toward the fast side. I look forward to playing it again, but I'll wait until my game is in better shape and I'm hitting the ball straight. It was well worth the hot-deal price of $23 -- on a Sunday, no less.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Plenty of potential

I really enjoyed the layout, several interesting holes that require you to think before you swing. I look forward to playing the course again when the greens are in better shape. Word is all of the rain this past winter did a number on the greens. Right now, they're lacking in the grass department. But, for what I paid through GolfNow, I found the course to be fair and fun. Played the last 10 holes with a group of regulars, and that made things a little bit easier.

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

Riverlands Golf & Country Club

Played On 01/20/2016
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Fun course

Was paired up with a threesome and played from the white tees, although I'd usually play back a set. Greens were fast ... real fast. But they were rolling nicely and were consistent throughout. What more can you ask for? While I was offered some local knowledge by the guys I played with -- don't miss long on the first hole, stay away from the left side on No. 8, etc. -- I did a poor job of taking the advice. Still, had a good time and will likely return to the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Good times

The Legends was a challenging, fun course. My son and I were joined on the first tee by a local who offered us quite a few tips on how to play the course. Which was very helpful. Most of the holes are pretty straight forward, but there are a few that require knowing where not to be off the tee. Visually, the course is pleasing. Local wildlife -- alligators, birds, etc. -- is hard to miss. The view of the water from the 13th green is gorgeous.

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

Twin Bridges Golf Club

Played On 4/1/2013
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great deal on a solid course

Given the time of year we played, the course was in good shape. Greens had been punched recently, but the greens were still pretty consistent - very receptive. The fairways were just starting to green up. I enjoy the layout, fair yet challenging.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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