|
|
|
Approach Shots: What it takes to master them
Basically, your approach shot is your shot onto the green. One of the things I like to say is this, "You know your game is improving when you start fixing more ball marks on the green". To fix a ball mark on the green most likely means that you hit...
Golf's Mental Game Plan Thoughts
Thinking of having a great round on the golf course can be a lot of mental work. The most important part of having a great round on the golf course begins with a few thoughts. Question is where and how many?
Preparing your mind for a great golf...
Ice Golf - are you cool enough?
Ice Golf - only the coolest need apply! Want to try the ultimate golf challenge on a course where you'll have no trouble staying cool over even the most testing putt? You should consider taking up Ice Golf - the most amazing development that the...
My first set of Golf Clubs
I remember buying my first set of Golf Clubs. The choices, were confusing at best, loft, weight, length, lie, flex, the list goes on.
I went to a Pro Shop and asked, "What golf club would be best for me?" The answer from the Golf Pro at the...
Where can I get a Discount Golf Club
Where can I get a Discount Golf Club Golf has always been looked upon as a sport of pride and passion. In the past few years its charm has increased more than ever before. In fact, it has been recognized as the game of the century. Earlier...
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Do You Know The Similarities Between Highland Park And Poplar Creek Courses?
Although Highland Park is a very old golf course compared to the very modern Poplar Creek, a recent restoration of the former by a leading architect has brought about more similarities to add to the already existing extraordinarily beautiful landscapes that the two have always enjoyed.
Highland Park is no doubt the oldest golf course in the state of Alabama having been established in 1903. It actually opened as the Country Club of Birmingham.
Still, in 1998 the course went through a vigorous restoration by well know architect Bob Cupp. The work of Mr Cupp had the desired effect of enhancing an already beautiful course that had stood the test of time. Highland Park still sparkles from that restoration today.
The layout of the Highland Park golf course may seem rather short but is actually very competitive. One can even go as far as saying that it has the characteristics of a championship style golf course. It also makes good use of superb bent grass greens and the beautiful landscape and
view of downtown Birmingham.
Poplar Creek Golf course on the other hand is a popular golf course, especially for groups and organizations. This is a course consisting of beautiful, large undulating greens with rolling fairways lined by almost a thousand mature trees. The course also boasts of 5 rock edge lakes complete with two waterfalls and streams.
This golf course has a new 12,000 square foot clubhouse that includes a Pro shop, Restaurant and bar as well as banquet facilities that can comfortably accommodate 200 people in a special event or function. What enhances the whole experience is the fact that the clubhouse is built with an all glass façade that faces the golf course and provides an excellent and dramatic view of the course that includes the 18th fairway, green, lake, waterfall and stream.
About the Author
Glenn Michael is an author and avid golfer for http://www.teetimewatch.com - the lowest discount tee times on the internet.
|
|
|
|
|
|
