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Watson vs. Nicklaus: Whose design rules Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Florida?

spacer Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus each have impressive golf courses at Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Fla. Whose is better? Well, if this were a rematch of "The Duel in the Sun" -- an epic battle between the two golf titans during the 1977 Open Championship at Turnberry -- Watson might upend Nicklaus again, Jason Deegan writes from the First Coast of Florida.

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Playable Palm Springs: Four great golf courses for the Snowbird with a rusty swing

spacer When returning to the game in the winter -- whether for a week's vacation or a seasonal getaway -- the key to building renewed confidence is easing back into the golf swing. Travelers bound for the desert take note: Here are four of the most playable golf course in the Palm Springs region.

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Mixing religion and the golf gods works well for Ko'olau Golf Club on Oahu

spacer The First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu overcame improbable odds in 2006 to become the only church in the world to own a golf course on site: Ko'olau Golf Club. Built for $82 million, Ko'olau sits on heavenly land roughly 45 minutes from downtown Honolulu. The course was carved from a tropical rain forest designated as a nature conservancy in the shadow of the Ko'olau Mountains.

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Seven days, seven great plays: A week's worth of the best golf in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

spacer Players can often be overwhelmed by the sheer number of courses in Myrtle Beach, S.C. So many to play, so little time. No worries, we're here to point you in the right direction. If you've got one week, these are great options to make sure you feel you've played seven fantastic courses. But why stop there? For every course, we've got a post-round option for dinner and drinks. Make the most of the trip.

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  • spacer Champion Course at PGA National Resort & Spa, host of the Honda Classic on the PGA Tour

    The Champion Course at PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens -- host of this week's Honda Classic on the PGA Tour -- is one of five golf courses at the south Florida resort. The Champion was originally designed by Tom Fazio but was redesigned by Jack Nicklaus in 1990. This host course for the 1983 Ryder Cup Matches and the 1987 PGA Championship has wide fairways and accepting greens, but many course-management options, including navigating 107 total bunkers.

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  • spacer The secret is out about Ewa Beach Golf Club on Oahu in Hawaii

    Despite sitting in one of the driest sports on Oahu, the Ewa Beach Golf Club is wall-to-wall green like it's located in Ireland instead of Hawaii. The course is always in terrific condition, with impeccable greens, and has been one of Oahu's best-kept secrets. Not anymore.
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  • spacer Watson vs. Nicklaus: Whose design rules Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Florida?

    Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus each have impressive golf courses at Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Fla. Whose is better? Well, if this were a rematch of "The Duel in the Sun" -- an epic battle between the two golf titans during the 1977 Open Championship at Turnberry -- Watson might upend Nicklaus again, Jason Deegan writes from the First Coast of Florida.
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  • spacer Mojave Resort Golf Club: One of the Laughlin, Nevada area's most popular courses

    Mojave Resort Golf Club in Laughlin, Nev. is one of the area's most popular courses since it manages to be challenging yet playable for all skill levels. Although accuracy, thoughtful strategy, and creative shot making will be generously rewarded, the course is quite forgiving. It's a great layout for high handicappers and beginners to get the hang of the game, but the back tees make it a fun and challenging round for more advanced players.
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  • spacer From Celtic Manor to local golf clubs, Wales celebrates Ryder Cup final

    The sun came out over Wales Monday, and Senior Writer Brandon Tucker ditched the final round of Ryder Cup play for 18 holes at nearby Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club. As the Americans rallied and ultimately fell short, Tucker offers his unique perspective on the European victory and the celebration that ensued.
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  • spacer Watson vs. Nicklaus: Whose design rules Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Florida?

    Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus each have impressive golf courses at Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Fla. Whose is better? Well, if this were a rematch of "The Duel in the Sun" -- an epic battle between the two golf titans during the 1977 Open Championship at Turnberry -- Watson might upend Nicklaus again, Jason Deegan writes from the First Coast of Florida.
    ... full article »

  • Playable Palm Springs: Four great golf courses for the Snowbird with a rusty swing

  • Mixing religion and the golf gods works well for Ko'olau Golf Club on Oahu, Hawaii

  • TaylorMade 'Operation Game On' lands in southern California, brings golf to combat-injured troops

 
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