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The course was in good shape. The greens though varied in speed and where not the same speed and where much slower than the chipping area even. One green had way to many pitch marks. The bunkers need to be redone to many pebbles and rocks in them. The grill provides good food and drinks.

I booked the time for the east course but it was aerated. They were able to add me to a twosome that was playing the west course. I thought that was nice and we had a great time. Pace of play was slower than normal because there was a lightning delay and some groups continued to play and some quit and then squeezed between the ones that were playing. But it never was long and rangers were out helping people keep pace so it was very enjoyable.

I rated the Amenities a little lower because the range is limited and there is no net protecting balls being hit into you on the 10th fairway. They do have trees that protect a great deal but I just don't like hitting a shot and seeing range balls rolling around me.
When I got there I had time to talk with the pro shop, starter and a ranger. They were all very friendly and approachable. The carts do not have GPS so they gave me a yardage book which was great. There is water almost on every hole.
The greens were slow I believe due to the heat and the rains we have had. Also they were aerated recently but they had grown in nicely.
I can see how in the earlier t-times the course would play slow. I saw groups waiting on t boxes. At the time we went there was no one behind us for three holes and when we teed off the group was three holes ahead so we played at a comfortable pace to just keep it that way. I think the 18th hole is one of the funnest holes I've seen. Its a par 3 that you have to carry water but the green is huge and you have to putt well. Depending on where the pin was located and the green speed. I could see there would be times a person would be elated to two putt.
Its a strange course to get to for the first time. You feel like you are driving into an Apartment complex. So just keep driving and you will see the course.
I would take the time and enjoy this course. Despite the golf economy they are trying hard. The greens were recently redone. The sand traps I was in had little sand so they were firmer than I am use to. I didn't see any rocks or pebbles in the sand traps though.
The beverage cart I saw three times in the 18 holes that was great for some of the courses I have been to.

This course gets fulll. It is not a fast pace course but the starters try and keep the groups in threes or fours when possible. The ranger asked us if we were waiting a long time and even though we were following a foursome that was a little behind we said it was ok. He went to ask the others behind us how they felt before he just immediately told the group ahead of us to speed up. I like this approach as it allows everyone a chance to have input on the pace of play for the given moment. The staff is great all around. The course is challenging with water and tricky greens that don’t always break toward the water.

I am harder on this course than most because of the category it puts itself in by being a resort course and a troon course. I feel like the course is in a I just don't care mode. If it were a public or city course the conditions are good and I would probably give it four stars. If they can fix the fairways, t-boxes and greens then I would love playing this course.
The t boxes were not level and had brown spots everywhere from trying to kill weed growth. I am glad they did this but why did it get this bad to begin with? There are parts of the fairway where the rough looks nicer. The greens were better than the rest but that was a low bar.
However, the course is beautiful! Which makes it harder to take when the conditions don't match up.
The food is great and the staff was friendly. I felt sorry for the group in front of us as they had to wait literally on every shot. The foursome in front of them had two empty holes. We had to wait also but it wasn't as bad. I don't mind waiting because I enjoy being on the course but this round was a little too long.
If you get a great deal on this course you may like it. If your use to playing public you may like it also. However if you are expecting a private course or resort course it may be disappointing. If I was expecting a public course I would have probably been delighted.

This course has 6 par 3"s, 6 par 4's and 6 par 5's. The course is well maintained: greens are in great shape, tboxes are level, fairways are great and the rough is fair. The holes make you think about risk and reward.

Get there early to enjoy the practice facilities. The range is in great shape and usually has balls. Occasionally they will be short but the last time I was there they had plenty. Make sure to hit a few from the chipping area and give yourself time on the putting green.

Stay after to enjoy the champions sports bar and grill. Your first round of drinks is the price in pennies of your score. So if you shot a 100 the first drink is $1.00. Make sure to bring your score card and a coupon that you get from the starter.

Parking is valet and can be a sticker shock if you are not prepared. It is expensive 20.00-34.00 plus tips 10.00-20.00 for attendants and cart boys. So plan on adding in those costs. However, they can be offset a little by not paying for a bucket of range balls and the convenience of valet parking and getting your clubs cleaned. You may also decide to use Lyft or Uber if you think you may drink.

If you need to shower before you leave they have a great locker room. If you are on a business trip this would be a great place to play before you catch your flight. They provide full size lockers and concierge services for luggage and you can shower before your flight

It is important to be very accurate with distance on this course. The course tests your patience and creativity. It is a tough course to play well so don't go in with high expectations, Bring a few extra balls as well.
Be prepared to spend 20.00 on valet parking, and 20 dollars in tips. Use Valet because the parking lot charges you as well and it can actually cost you more. Make time to visit the Champions Bar and Grill. Your first drink is only a penny for every stroke on your score card.
They have lockers and showers you can use if needed. Which is nice if traveling and will be catching a flight afterwards.