Lives
Scarsdale, NY
Handicap
10-14
Age
45-54
Gender
Male
Skill
Intermediate
Plays
Once a week

About

Played since I was 6. Grew up next to a course. Played in High School, moved to NY after college and didn't play for 15 years. Glad to be back!!

Review Statistics

Average Rating

3.7
3.7
Total 9 Reviews

Rating Breakdown

9 Reviews
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Recommended Courses
9
Not Recommended Courses
0
Helpful Votes Count
1
Not Helpful Votes Count
0
First Review
11/13/2016
Last Review
12/05/2020

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Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links

Played On 12/05/2020
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great Course but in danger

Beautiful layout. Conditions good. Greens were slow, uneven, and patchy. The course has tremendous potential.

The main problem is what appears to be a group of local kids in their early 20s.We'd read a previous review where kids were blocking up traffic and blasting loud music. We ran into obviously the same group. We could hear the music from adjacent holes. Caught up with them on 16. Became clear they didn't care about their pace of play or the loud yelling and music as it could possibly distract others. There were five in their group!! In four carts. The last three holes took over an hour. On 18, they split up to avoid being caught. Could clearly hear every word the belted out from the clubhouse steps all the way on the tee.

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

7 Lakes Golf Club

Played On 08/17/2017
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

True test

Fantastic layout. This course challenges, but isn't unfair. The condition was very nice. The greens were in good shape, but they are about to give them a work over so they were a little slow.

This course fits into the landscape effortlessly. It flows up and down hills, often times in just one hole, and creates interesting shot options with small, multi-tiered greens. Water comes into play on the back nine as well as some serious up hill shots. The greens are severely elevated on a few holes and make approach shots difficult.

The course is a beauty. Downhill, bending holes look glorious late in the day. The water holes are the stuff of postcards.

The pro in the shop, Mike Whitley, was super friendly. We stopped by to take a look at the course, as we had never played it and our golf package needed to be altered. One course on our package wasn't in good shape, so they offered us a chance at 7 Lakes. Mike was very welcoming and let us take a cart and view a few holes. He was super laid back, helped us with tee times, and just made the golf/pro shop atmosphere what it should be; a place where we relate to the course, our game, and each other.

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

Does the job

Good course. Long. Was hitting everything I had all day long. Can be hilly. Course design flows with the land very well. Greens are turtled a bit and are difficult to hold. They are not too fast and have a good roll. Putts go straighter than they appear.

Two par 5's on the course are demonic. Truly difficult, long, challenging, creations of sadism. Still, even though it's tough to score on them, they are majestic to see.

Needs more amenities and culture around the clubhouse. Has the feel of a real regulars course. Older crowd. But, don't be fooled, they play fast.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Memories

One: The tees, fairways, and greens are in decent shape for the most part. The value and pace is hard to beat.

Two: I remember Foxfire from the '80's and it's hard not to feel a bit sad. I heard it's made a rebound recently or is making a rebound, but it is not the course it was, at the moment, or the course and resort it could be. The tees, while decent, often had debris strewn over it. The greens had many dead spots, and the sand traps are severely neglected.

The layout for this course is a gem. It is a very challenging day out. It's long; longer than it seems or reads. It makes you bend the ball every which way or pay the price.

The resort was a great getaway. The cottages they had were cozy and the atmosphere the I remember has been cut down with the many pines that used to watch over the whole community. I do hope it hangs in there and makes a comeback. Give the course a shot~~

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

Sprain Lake Golf Course

Played On 07/30/2017
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Walked

Construction

Have played Sprain many times. They've always had some construction, but this year they have major renovations all over the course. They have reduced the fees and their twilight prices are the best you'll find right now. It's worth the cost. The course has some nice holes. At times, it also has a laid back atmosphere. That cuts both ways, sometimes. While we often show up and play with two and don't have to worry about too much traffic, you'll also see kids in carts dart in front of you right before you hit a shot. The greens can be tricky. The temp greens are some of the worst I've seen. When it is at %100, it's a fun course. Right now, it can be frustrating if you are looking to score.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 08/15/2017:
We understand the frustration the construction is causing. We're confident that the results will speak volumes and be well worth the effort. We hope you'll return in the future to see it.

Garrison Golf Club

Played On 07/10/2017
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Beautiful Views

Garrison is a hilly course. The views make the trip up there worth it. Some holes are challenging and some lack imagination. The front nine uses the landscape very well and the back nine seems more put together like pieces of a puzzle. That is not to say there aren't some nice holes on the back. The par 3's are beautiful. The greens could be misleading. I putted up near the hole and it stopped briefly, before making a 90 degree turn to the left and picked up speed and rolled right off the green. Length will help you on this course. It's a fun day out.

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

Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club

Played On 11/21/2016
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

A beast

Just when you think you might be in good shape on a hole, the greens bite you straight in the rump.

I had two inch roll outs on my driver and 15 yard roll outs on my wedge shots. I putted off the green more than once. Brutal stuff.

The place is gorgeous and just about as cozy as it gets. The starter is super and the staff is friendly.

Bring your A game.

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

Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club

Played On 11/20/2016
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

My new place

Mid-Pines has a lot going for it. The Inn is classic and expansive. The staff is super nice. The starter is a real laid back, funny, and flexible guy.

Tons of maintenance folks are out in the mornings like bees to get the course ready for the day.

The course is a real challenge. The greens are the real killers. They are turtle backed and very unforgiving. Hard as a rock and difficult to read, they played tricks on my all day.

Visually, it is a gorgeous layout. It blends right in with the natural surroundings as if it was made to be there.

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

Maple Moor Golf Course

Played On 11/13/2016
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

18 at Twilight

Have played this course many times. The greens were harder and faster today than I've ever seen them. The course was in good condition. The rough was uneven and very thick in spots, but the biggest problem were the leaves. Couldn't find several balls that actually landed in fairways only to roll off into the rough and under blankets of leaves.

Some holes are very easy, while some are very challenging. When the greens are fast, the slope in the greens make putting quite difficult, especially on the back nine.

Great deal here and not overcrowded. The pizza there on site is the best around!!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 11/16/2016:
Thank you so much for the great feedback, Jared! We're happy to hear that your round was challenging while still being enjoyable. We understand the falling leaves can be frustrating and we're working hard to keep up with them. We hope you'll visit us again soon!
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