All Course Reviews


  • The Journal: Hilton Head Island

    The Journal: Hilton Head Island

    This issue of the Journal explores three public courses in Hilton Head Island, SC, including the two sibling couress to Harbour Town.

  • Course Review: The Riviera Country Club

    Course Review: The Riviera Country Club

    Riviera Country Club carries one of the strongest resumes in American golf. A round at Riviera becomes an exploration of what truly makes a course deserving of its place among the nation’s best.

  • The Journal: Bowling Green, KY

    The Journal: Bowling Green, KY

    This issue of The Journal explores three golf courses in Bowling Green, KY, including the Club at Olde Stone, Indian Hills CC, and Bowling Green CC.

  • The Journal: Southwest Virginia

    The Journal: Southwest Virginia

    This issue of The Journal explores three golf courses in Southwest, VA, including The Olde Farm, Glenrochie CC, and Draper Valley Golf Course

  • The Journal: Nashville, TN Public Courses

    The Journal: Nashville, TN Public Courses

    This issue of The Journal explores four public golf courses in Nashville, TN: Hermitage Golf Course, Old Fort Golf Course, Twelve Stones Crossing, and The Legacy Golf Course

  • Course Review: Pasatiempo Golf Club

    Course Review: Pasatiempo Golf Club

    Pasatiempo is a beautifully restored MacKenzie masterpiece that evokes equal parts awe and frustration; a thought provoking golf experience unlike most others.

  • Course Review: Mayacama Golf Club

    Course Review: Mayacama Golf Club

    A candid, architecture-focused review of Mayacama Golf Club; its beauty, flaws, and place among Northern California’s elite courses.

  • Course Review: The Highland Course at Primland

    Course Review: The Highland Course at Primland

    The Highland Course at Primland offers stunning views, exceptional staff service, and a fun layout.

  • Course Review: The Course at Wente Vineyards

    Course Review: The Course at Wente Vineyards

    The Course at Wente Vineyards offers stunning vistas and a quality golf experience, deserving of higher recognition.

  • Course Review: Streamsong Resort (Red, Black, & Blue)

    Course Review: Streamsong Resort (Red, Black, & Blue)

    Streamsong Resort offers three top-200 golf courses. Each has unique characteristics, aesthetics, and playability.

  • Course Review: RTJ Golf Trail @ The Shoals – Fighting Joe

    Course Review: RTJ Golf Trail @ The Shoals – Fighting Joe

    Fighting Joe offers quality, challenging public golf with a scenic view.

  • Course Review: Big Spring Country Club

    Course Review: Big Spring Country Club

    Big Spring Country Club offers a great golf experience, modern amenities, and commitment to improvement.

  • Course Review: Council Fire Golf Club

    Course Review: Council Fire Golf Club

    Council Fire provides a solid golf round that meets expectations of a ranked course in Tennessee.

  • Course Review: Tennessee National Golf Club

    Course Review: Tennessee National Golf Club

    Tennessee National faces challenges but offers impressive facilities and a lot of fun.

  • Course Review: Sultan’s Run Golf Club

    Course Review: Sultan’s Run Golf Club

    Sultan’s Run offers an enjoyable experience and good conditions at an affordable price.

  • Course Review: Canyata Golf Club

    Course Review: Canyata Golf Club

    Canyata is a unique, exclusive private course in Illinois with a hefty price tag.

  • Course Review: Point Hardy Golf Club @ Cabot Saint Lucia

    Course Review: Point Hardy Golf Club @ Cabot Saint Lucia

    Point Hardy blends mountain and oceanfront golf as good as anywhere in the world.

  • Course Review: Kelly Plantation Golf Club

    Course Review: Kelly Plantation Golf Club

    The Kelly Plantation Golf Club in Destin, FL offers some scenic and strategic holes, but the course suffers from numerous characterless and less impressive holes, impacting its overall rating.

  • Course Review: Gaylord Springs Golf Links

    Course Review: Gaylord Springs Golf Links

    Gaylord Springs Golf Links in Nashville, TN, offers a public course designed by Larry Nelson. Originally, it was built as an amenity to the Gaylord Opryland Hotel. The course’s strong points are marred by green complexities that lack playability, but a recent bunker renovation has improved the overall character of the course.

  • Course Review: Shark’s Tooth Golf Club

    Course Review: Shark’s Tooth Golf Club

    Shark’s Tooth Golf Club is a private course in Panama City Beach, FL. Despite the area’s budget vacation vibe, the club is a first-class facility. The course offers varied challenges and impressive aesthetics, making it a worthwhile play in the area.

  • Course Review: Atlanta Athletic Club – Highlands

    Course Review: Atlanta Athletic Club – Highlands

    The Atlanta Athletic Club Highlands Course in Johns Creek, GA blends golf history with a promising future. With a challenging layout, impressive facilities, and Southern hospitality, it provides a fair, exacting test of golfer’s skills.

  • Course Review: GreyStone Golf Club

    Course Review: GreyStone Golf Club

    GreyStone Golf Club, located in Dickson, TN, offers a value-focused golfing experience with challenging terrain and scenic views. Despite some conditioning issues, it provides a memorable design and good value for golfers.

  • Course Review: Harbour Town Golf Links

    Course Review: Harbour Town Golf Links

    Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island, SC, offers a challenging and distinctive experience with narrow fairways and strategic angles. Despite its lower Golf Digest ranking at #160, it remains an underrated gem for its classic design and shotmaking demands.

  • Course Review: Shingle Creek Golf Club

    Course Review: Shingle Creek Golf Club

    This Shingle Creek Golf Club course review is based on a round played on May 4, 2022 (PM) Shingle Creek Golf Club is a public golf course in Orlando, FL with a maximum green fee of $200 per round. CR&J’s Final Score: 49/80 (Good) Learn More: How We Rate Courses Check out the Orlando Golf…

  • Course Review: The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island

    Course Review: The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island

    This Ocean Course at Kiawah Island course review is based on a round played on September 16, 2023. The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island is a public course in Kiawah Island, SC. The maximum green fee at the Ocean Course is $600 per round, in peak season. CR&J’s Final Score: 73/80 (Top-50 U.S.) Learn More:…

  • Course Review: Chechessee Creek Club

    Course Review: Chechessee Creek Club

    Chechessee Creek Club is a private course in Okatie, SC. This Chechessee Creek Club course review is based on a round played on September 15, 2023. CR&J’s Final Score: 59/80 Learn More: How We Rate Courses RELATED: Check out the Charleston, SC Golf Travel Guide Chechessee. It might sound like a word that your weird…

  • Course Review: Hermitage Golf Course – President’s Reserve

    Course Review: Hermitage Golf Course – President’s Reserve

    Hermitage Golf Course – President’s Reserve is a public course in Nashville, TN. The maximum green fee is $95 per round, in peak season. This President’s Reserve at Hermitage Golf Course course review is based on rounds played on multiple occasions between 2018 and 2023. CR&J’s Final Score: 59/80 (Best-in-State List Contender) Read More: How…

  • Course Review: Wild Dunes Resort – Links Course

    Course Review: Wild Dunes Resort – Links Course

    Wild Dunes Resort’s Links Course in Charleston, SC, offers a challenging round with remarkable seaside views. While showing signs of aging, the course boasts maturity and distinct character, delivering a memorable golfing experience. Renovations are underway to enhance its appeal. (Word count: 46)

  • Course Review: ChampionsGate Golf Club – International Course

    Course Review: ChampionsGate Golf Club – International Course

    ChampionsGate Golf Club – International Course is a public course in Orlando, FL. This ChampionsGate Golf Club’s International Course course review is based on a round played on May 2, 2022 (AM) CR&J’s Final Rating: 58/80 (Best-in-State List Contender) Learn More: How We Rate Courses Where to stay? -> Check out F1C’s Orlando Golf Travel…

  • Course Review: Chattanooga Golf and Country Club

    Course Review: Chattanooga Golf and Country Club

    Chattanooga Golf & Country Club is a private course in Chattanooga, TN. This Chattanooga Golf and Country Club course review is based on a round played on October 6, 2023. CR&J’s Final Rating: 57/80 (Very Good) Learn More: How We Rate Courses Chattanooga Golf and Country Club is a course that comes with a lofty…

  • Compare and Contrast: Diamond Creek & Victoria National

    Compare and Contrast: Diamond Creek & Victoria National

    Diamond Creek Golf Club is a private course in Banner Elk, NC. This Diamond Creek Golf Club course review is based on a round played on July 8, 2023 (AM). Victoria National Golf Club is a private course in Newburgh, IN. This Victoria National Golf Club course review is based on a round played on…


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