Lance74

All inclusive review. I was not surprised by the genuine welcome of everyone. The ladies in the kitchen,, all buoyant smiles helped navigate me around. Andrew in the pro shop, fine young man. The course was in good enough shape to say it was great. I came here because of A.W. Tillinghast who allegedly influenced the design. It’s tight in some places, but who cares. It’s a stimulating course. I had the course to myself for the majority of the round. I hope you feel the history when you play here and the hospitality on display. Real people, beautiful golf experience. While turning in the cart, I met Owen. A fine young man. I felt good here in Corsicana and am eager to return.

I find there are few courses the public are allowed to play as nice as Fossil Creek. Conditions were impeccable all around proving the caretakers have the course in it’s best interest.
I will always have Fossil Creek in mind to be sure.

I should have heeded my own advice I’m about to provide or you’ll be losing balls faster than andropause. The water hazards are everywhere so review each hole carefully. The wind is an issue and it was howling.
Bunkers were unplayable, full of stones, residual water. Greens were impeccable, amazingly good.
My final comment regards how well received I was in the pro shop. This young lady was so accommodating that she will be the reason I return

High praise for hospitality. Pro shop was #1, thank you Chris, a gentleman. The starter as well, lovely lady who set me straight. Lots of variety to enjoy regarding the holes, greens in great condition, fairways as well. Pace of play was a low point…this course needs a marshal with the backbone to get players to play “ready” golf.
Cart girls were responsive, always around, very polite. I will recommend the course, based on my experience today.

I am so pleased to have found this course. It is a magnificent layout I won't soon forget. Granted it was cold and drizzling but the sheer pleasure of the variety of holes made the weather disappear. I cannot say enough good things about Thorntree and simply cannot wait to come here soon.

I believe this is one fine course. To see it as I did yesterday was sad. The greens were fantastic.....why these fairways are not maintained properly is why I refuse to return in the future unless things change.

I was so excited to play here again because of the layout, its such a great mix of holes. I was assured by the pro shop staff of the excellent conditions, and we talked further about the ponds that irrigate this course.
After four or five holes a pattern was developing. These fairways were not FAIR WAYS. We were experiencing hard-pan and it was hard.
From now on I will not believe a word out of any representative's mouth of any course I intend on playing.
It was truly disappointing to see a fine course this neglected.

Hawk's Creek has everything and that is no exaggeration. The design is staggering with elevation changes, streams and ponds. So impressive are the views from tee boxes, keeping you engaged as you plan your shot. Even after pounding rain, The drainage was no issue as I was apprehensive about playing the day before. Such perfect conditions to play golf. I want to thank everyone who maintain this beautiful course, I applaud your work and the gentlemen in the pro shop as well. Outstanding in every respect.

The course is in a beautiful setting with narrow tree-lined undulating fairways. However in the middle of most fairways, your ball lies upon extremely firm mashed down grass because of the weather. It was discouraging. The greens were very nice.

As far as the pro shop personnel is concerned, he was a very polite young man. However...He was not doing his job as far as I'm concerned. There should not be singles going out alone, one after the other. This was insane to me. Group them together to expedite play, regardless of CO-VID. We're adults who understand how to distance ourselves from one another, good grief.

I will not return here in the near future nor will I recommend it. Its a shame because it's a good test of golf. Whoever manages Sugar Tree needs to reassess their policies and make the necessary changes.

I value interaction with golf course employees quite highly. The two young men in the pro shop were very polite and cheerful. The driving range is good too. This course is beautifully laid out with lots of moderate elevation changes and only a few fairways had some water damage. The greens were of a moderate speed. I got lost on a couple of holes so a few more directional signs would help. Overall this is an excellent value for the player who prefers to not play on a "back and forth" municipal course.

This course does not drain well. If only the staff would have said something regarding the conditions, but they’re trying to make money. It’s a nice layout but I regret having spent the money.

Do not let your mind wander due to the landscape. This course is just beautiful. The layout is one of the best in my opinion with such a great mix of elevation changes, tight fairways and uneven lies. I will never forget this place and it will always one I come back to. Outstanding place to play.

The grass here is dormant in January but is not a deterrent to playing. It was supposed to be 65 degrees but was bitter cold. It's a nice course but I was just trying to stay warm.

Its nice to be able to hit some full shots to warm up. The driving range faces east so hitting into a blinding sun was no fun. No grass available for irons which was disappointing, woods only. the range "mat" is similar to concrete, needs to be replaced with a more professional material. BUT....this course is such a beautiful layout with superb fairways, sand in the bunkers was impressive as well. The greens were exceptional in every respect. An imaginative course to return to very soon and friendly staff as well.

This course has everything...1. Brody in the pro shop was so great/accomodating/super friendly. 2. These holes have character! Fairways are tight...You'll appreciate being in the fairway because you had to hit a perfect shot...very rewarding. 3. Most of the greens are small...I LOVED IT. This course will always be one I return to because of the imagination of the architects and designers... This course will leave a lasting impression on a player who appreciates how golf should be played...