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I recently moved back to West Chester for the first time since 2008. I use to play Beckett on a semi regular basis (4-5 times a year). I actually just purchased a home in Beckett Ridge and was really excited to get back out on the course and support my neighborhood golf club. I must say, I was really a bit disappointed. I understand this course has had it's ups and downs and has changed ownership somewhat recently, but it wasn't what it use to be, which is unfortunate because the course has so much potential. The fairways were in OK shape, but the second you stepped outside of them it was in bad shape. Even some of the fairways had little grass and were mostly dirt. I know the lack of rain hasn't helped, but I expected better. It seems as though the bunkers (those that are left) are in awful shape. Most were filled with water, hadn't been raked in who knows how long, and were mostly unplayable. The greens were the bright spot. Most were in good shape and saved the round from being awful. It looks like the pro-shop might be under construction or being renovated? The check in and "pro-shop" is a trailer out front of the clubhouse (which looks like its going to fall over soon). The parking lot is in desperate need of pavement.

I'm hopeful things can turn around as I really do think this course has so much to offer, especially with just buying a house in the neighborhood. It has a great layout and is challenging enough to make you think and shake your head every know and then, but forgiving enough to make you want to come back. My hope is the new ownership team can put a little bit of time and money into this place and turn it back into a destination course in Cincinnati. Fingers crossed!

Beckett is a fun, challenging course that is a great bang for your buck. Not the easiest course for walkers a good amount of hills, but they are well placed for the course. The course provides plenty of shots and options to be had. There are some blind tee shots which can be a bit frustrating without a spotter.