November 2024

275 – Coul Links

2024-11-19T18:13:00+00:00November 19th, 2024|Behind the Scenes, Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts|

 Sam & Tom get together with Chris Haspell & Gordon Sutherland on the eve of the hearing that is taking place this week.The ongoing planning and permissions for this exciting Bill Coore design has been the subject of a lot of coverage over the last 7 years, and the passionate locals who have taken on the mantle - ‘Communities for Coul’ - have led it to this point. It’s a fascinating insight into the sustainability considerations that go hand in hand with any new development, as well as what this development would mean for the local residents of Sutherland.   [...]

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October 2024

267 – 10 Seconds of Hang-Time

2024-10-05T20:47:21+00:00October 5th, 2024|Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts, Tom's favourites, Tour Takes|

Sam and Tom are live from The Fairmont Hotel in St Andrews, catching up on a busy few weeks on the road, including some of the country’s lesser-known amateur foursomes events, the Presidents Cup, and the upcoming Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. Don’t miss the special segment at the end, where Tom shares what’s required to achieve 10 seconds of hang-time! Latest Products

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265 – The Yorkshire Challenge

2024-10-05T20:43:42+00:00October 5th, 2024|Course Diaries, Golf Course Architecture, Golf History, Podcasts|

Sam and Tom debrief on a big few days spent up on the land of Yorkshire. Three days of golf at Lindrick, Ganton & Moortown, as well as a bit of a download from the much talked about 'Denham Bowl'... Special mention this week to Royal County Down who will be playing host to the Irish Open and what is a very rare chance to see the spectacular links on TV. Latest Products

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August 2024

259: Course Diaries – The Addington w/ Ryan Noades pt 2

2024-08-16T10:23:10+00:00August 16th, 2024|Course Diaries, Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts|

In Part II of this Course Diaries two-part behemoth, we talk to Ryan about the restoration work underway at The Addington under the stewardship of Clayton DeVries & Pont. Ryan's passion and enthusiasm, alongside the canvas he has at The Addington, make this the most interesting restoration project in the UK, and quite possibly the world. For more, head to @theaddingtongc or their website www.addingtongolf.com Latest Products

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247 – Pinehurst: A Guide By Idiots

2024-08-16T10:09:24+00:00August 16th, 2024|Golf Course Architecture, Golf History, Podcasts|

Sam & Tom dig into the history of Pinehurst and the events that have shaped this resort from its origins as a 'health retreat for those of modest means' to a bucket list destination with 10 courses, and where this week The US Open will take place. Latest Products

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245 – Course Diaries: Golf De Fontainebleau

2024-08-16T10:07:23+00:00August 16th, 2024|Course Diaries, Golf Course Architecture, Golf History, Podcasts|

Sam and Tom recap their magical day spent south of Paris at the enchanting Fontainebleau. The club is situated on a sprawling hunting estate which is home to one of the biggest palaces in all of France, and pre-dates Versailles by over 500 years. Originally founded in 1909 and laid out by Julian Chantepie, Tom Simpson reworked the course in 1920 and is responsible for much of what remains. Only a few modifications to the routing took place in the early '60s by Fred Hawtree, and the club have recently partnered with Clayton DeVries and Pont to further [...]

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233 – The Old Course Reversed with Clyde Johnson

2024-08-16T09:48:09+00:00August 16th, 2024|Golf Course Architecture, Golf History, Podcasts|

Bruce, Sam, and Tom were accompanied by Clyde Johnson on the unique occasion they had the chance to play the Old Course backwards. Playing the Old Course is invariably a memorable experience, yet the opportunity to traverse it in reverse is truly unparalleled. Latest Products

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229 – Gil Hanse on Ohoopee Match Club & Les Bordes

2024-08-16T09:43:47+00:00August 16th, 2024|CJG Ramblings, Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts, Sam's favourites|

Sam & Tom are joined by Gil Hanse to talk through his design work at Ohoopee Match Club and Les Bordes New Course. Gil talks about his fantastic relationship with Jim Wagner and their design philosophy. Latest Products

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227 – America Tour Diaries part 2 w/ Ryan Noades

2024-08-16T09:41:15+00:00August 16th, 2024|CJG Ramblings, Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts|

Tom & Sam are joined by Ryan Noades, the managing director of the Addington to talk through their recent trip the USA - part 2. We cover all things from Ohoopee to Tree Farm, travel to America and stories that follow us around. Latest Products

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226 – Old Barnwell pt II w/ Brian Schneider & Blake Conant

2024-08-16T09:36:06+00:00August 16th, 2024|CJG Ramblings, Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts, Tom's favourites|

In this second part of our course diaries from Old Barnwell we catch up with the lead designers on the project, Brian Schneider and Blake Conant. These two disciples of Tom Doak share their experiences on acquiring the right piece of land in Aiken, South Caroline, routing the course, construction, shaping and what inspired them to push this design to the extreme. Old Barnwell pushes the envelope of golf course design with extreme strategy, bold shaping and enormous contours which serve only to match the profile of the land the course sits in. Its a fascinating conversation and [...]

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