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April Issue is Loaded with Great Golf It is with great pleasure that I get to share with you the April edition – and the fourth ever edition – of the Indiana Golf Journal. As with every issue of this digital publication, we always have more news and updates to share than we have room and space to print, post, and publish, but that is a good thing. It demonstrates that the Golf Industry is alive and well in the state of Indiana. In this issue, we have some great information to share from Golf Indiana as it pertains to its First Tee program; a serious and relevant message about the importance of hydration for golfers (and non-golfers, for that matter) from Franciscan Health; a timely note from Ed Travis on USGA’s effort to change golf equipment; a few golf courses worth playing as you travel along I-64 in southern Indiana; a first-hand report on a great craft brewery to visit in Indianapolis from Catherine Bowie; and details on an international ‘bucket list’ golf trip to England’s County of Kent, which I actually took myself back in 2018. I encourage every golfer to take in the not-too-distant future. On a more local level, I would like to use this column to offer my heartfelt congratulations to John Trierweiler and Devon Hensley on their new appointments at the Country Club of Indianapolis. John is the new Head Golf Professional and Devon is the club’s new First Assistant Golf Professional. John and Devon join a long list of distinguished golf professionals at the club, dating back to the club’s first pro back in 1900, Englishman Arthur Tweedy, who was a former British Junior Amateur Champion. I also want to extend our congratulations to the men’s golf team from PurdueFort Wayne University for its victory in the Don Benbow Invitational in Jacksonville, Florida in early March. In addition to winning the tournament, Purdue-Fort Wayne junior Kasey Lilly was the individual medalist at the event with rounds of 72 and 68 for a total of 140. And, in mid-March Lilly was named as the men’s Golfer of the Week by the Horizon League. Enjoy this issue and I look forward to seeing you on the first tee of a course near you. Mike May -- Editor in Chief MIKE MAY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF SUBSCRIBE Back 9 Media Group Also Publishes: Ohio Golf Journal Michigan Golf Journal Back 9 Report Indiana Golf Journal
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Treetops Is One of the Premier Resorts in Northern Michigan Treetops Resort has a rich history that began in 1983 when Harry Melling, the owner of a successful automotive parts manufacturing business in Jackson, purchased the property, called Sylvan Knob. He loved northern Michigan and had a vision to turn the small ski hill, with modest beginnings, into a grand ski resort. Winter skiing in Northern Michigan can be a lucrative business for four months, but what about the rest of the year? He quickly realized that if he wanted to keep his dream alive, summer activities were needed for visitors to fill his empty hotel rooms and for his Melling Tool Company employees to enjoy all year long. Hiking, fishing, biking, and other outdoor activities were a natural. In addition, golf-crazy auto workers from Detroit and down state were looking for summer getaways. Northern Michigan’s sand hills, elevation changes, and temperate summer climate made it perfect for golf course construction. Indiana Golf Journal
If you build it they will come! Melling contracted one of the leading golf designers, Robert Trent Jones Sr. to build the first course at the resort, The Jones Masterpiece. When Jones stood on what was to be the sixth tee and looked out over the hills all he could see was a thick growth of trees. Thus, Sylvan Knob became Treetops. When the Jones Masterpiece opened in 1986, Golf Digest named it the second-best new course in the country. The course features deep ravines, pesky sand traps, tough pin placements, numerous water hazards, and dramatic elevation changes. The Jones Masterpiece is the most challenging course at the resort, but take time to look back up each fairway, as the course is almost as beautiful backwards as it is forward. A great golf course isn’t always enough to draw a knowledgeable golf clientele. Melling understood the need for an outgoing and competent golf professional and hired a little-
known, 23-year-old teaching professional, Rick Smith. Smith is now an annual fixture on Golf Digest’s Top-50 Golf Teachers List and has been the “swing guru” for Phil Mickelson, Lee Janzen, Rocco Mediate, David Duval, as well as, both Jack and Gary Nicklaus. Back then no one knew the brash young professional, but he helped Melling develop Treetops into one of the premier golf destinations in the Midwest. The second course to open at Treetops, the Fazio Premier, was designed by Tom Fazio and opened for play in 1992. It is a special treat for guests of the resort as it is the only Fazio design in the state. The Fazio Premier’s rolling fairways and single water hazard, along with steep slopes and doglegs, is more forgiving than the Masterpiece, but will still provide a challenge for the most seasoned player. After a trip to the Masters Tournament in 1990, Rick Smith pitched the idea of adding a par-3 course to Treetops. Melling gave the project his blessing and today Threetops is one of the mustplay courses at the resort. Small, slick greens, severe elevation changes and beautiful scenery make Threetops one of the best rounds of golf you will ever enjoy. For several years, top name professionals came to the par-3 course to compete in a two-day tournament aired on ESPN. In 2001, Lee Trevino made a hole-in-one at the 7th hole and won a skin worth over one million dollars. It was the first time a single shot earned over $1 million in golf history. During your visit to Treetops a trip around the Himalayas Putting Green is also a must. It was one of the first putting courses of its kind in the country. It is the perfect spot to enjoy a beverage, settle a few wagers, or just have a great time trying to get your little white ball in the hole. Few golfers can make the nine-hole circuit without a three-putt. Even four-putts are common over and around the huge mounds. Smith was also involved in adding two more courses to Treetops. The Signature opened for play in 1993 and was named the ‘Best Golf Course in Michigan’ as recently as 2018, by Golftime Magazine. With slopes, mounds and narrow fairways, the Signature course will keep every golfer on their toes. It’s the perfect blend between modern influence and classic designs from across the globe. In preparation to build the Signature, Smith traveled to Ireland and Scotland to study their historic courses. A trip around the Signature can be similar to playing in Europe. The Tradition, which opened to the public in 1997, was built for the golfer who appreciated Indiana Golf Journal
the value of walking a golf course. It was built on the principle of returning golf to a more relaxing attitude. The recent changes made in 2022, featured the removal of select trees which adds to the Scottish links feel. It is the most player-friendly course at the resort with less elevation change, wider fairways and a more natural landscape. The Tradition offers an open links feel. When hot summer days dry out the course it plays firm and fast, just like it was meant to be. With four championship golf courses, the par-3 Threetops, the Teaching Academy and a cozy spa, the resort is now a year-round destination offering skiing and snow activities for the winter, as well as, a complete golf experience during the summer. If you are feeling a little achy from a day on the slopes or the golf course and need some TLC. Treetops’ spa offers a wide range of Massage Therapies, Body Treatments, Skin Care, Facials, Manicures and Pedicures. All are designed to soothe, pamper, relax, and de-stress your body, mind and spirit. Spa clients may also feel free to enjoy the use the nautilus fitness room, hot tub, steam room and sauna during their visit. With the surrounding tree-covered hills and quaint lodges, Treetops also offers an excellent setting to plan a romantic wedding. The resort offers assistance and urges future brides to contact them to help them plan their special day. Treetops has never stopped growingandcontinues toprovide the best resort experience. In summary, in addition to the outstanding skiing and snowmobiling in the winter, Treetops offers, a relaxing spa experience, 81 holes of golf, a world-renowned par-3 course, instruction from experienced golf professionals, plus they provide the perfect setting for fairytale weddings, family reunions, or your next corporate meeting. Roundup your favorite foursome, or family members and book a getaway to a resort that is perfect for any season and offers something for everyone in your group. For more information and to book your stay visit: http://treetops.com/
Golf’s ruling bodies, the USGA and The R&A, are just steps away from dictating that elite players (top amateurs and professionals) must compete with equipment different from recreational golfers. On March 16 the USGA and The R&A sent out a press release covering recent results in the Distance Insight Report. A split, or bifurcation in the Rules of Golf, as they apply to equipment to curb the distance the ball travels, is under Opinion Rules Split Likely and It Creates Questions By Ed Travis active consideration. Elites will play with drivers constructed to restrict distance, while regular golfers will be allowed drivers that can go farther. The latest part of the process has been restricting the allowable length of clubs to 46 inches. The ruling bodies have also put manufacturers on notice of changes to the testing criteria for balls and clubs. Specifically, they are going to investigate the effects of moving the clubhead speed up 5 mph to 125 mph along with new standards for Indiana Golf Journal
the ball launch angle and spin rate. The aim is to test with conditions more closely modeling those elite players are achieving, and the test results could then be applied to the standard for ball initial velocity. The ruling bodies’ premise is, since some players are hitting tee shots farther, older courses are being made obsolete, necessitating additional land and other resources to retain the integrity of the game. Both the facts and their interpretation have been challenged and though dissenters may have been heard, the USGA and The R&A do not seem to be listening. The rules split may benefit recreational players due to the removal of the allowable limit on the amount of rebound, or MOI to a club face. Dropping the present MOI restrictions gives average players the potential to generate more distance without swinging faster. This is being seen as a good thing, although the gain will be minimal. No one will complain of a few extra yards of driving distance. It seems safe to assume the decision has been made to split the Rules of Golf. Although the word bifurcation is unpleasant, it appears the game will be divided into an us-and-them scenario. If that is the case, several important questions remain to be answered. Will weekend warriors be forced to play with restricted lower-performance clubs? No one wants to hit it shorter. How will the level of skill, or elite-ness be measured? How will the classes of players, elite and nonelite, be determined? Will there be the handicap divisions? Will average driving distance determine what clubs a player can use? Type of competition? Will this apply to tour professionals only? What about collegiate, high school, or top junior players? The USGA and The R&A have made several controversial rulings over the past decade, but it appears they will be wading into a minefield of regulation red tape that will discourage golfers, rather than make the game more appealing. Will the restricted equipment rules apply only to males? Women have been hitting the ball farther too, but the USGA and The R&A’s focus seems only to be on men. Women usually play from tees more forward, so female long drivers may be causing a problem, as well. Segregating the Rules of Golf by sex would be a first. That has the ring of a sexual lawsuit to it. Club manufacturers will need to reassess club marketing. Drivers will no longer be “just like the ones played on Tour.” An undeniable charm for golfers is comparing our meager efforts with the stars. If the rollback in distance is 10%, Rory’s 330-yard blast will be reduced to 297-yards, but
done with a club that fans can’t buy, so how can it be promoted? Will Callaway, Acushnet, TaylorMade, Cobra, Ping, and other club manufacturers, who spend millions on player endorsements, allow their business plan to be made obsolete? It will certainly bring into question paying millions of dollars for endorsements, if they can’t sell the new clubs. How does restricting driver performance affect club technology innovation? The quest for improved designs, materials and engineering is both expensive and time consuming. Without a profitable way to connect the “restrictedtech” clubs, used by professionals, with the new “latest and greatest,” allowed for recreational golfers, a whole new marketing strategy must be implemented. What will be done with the golf ball for elites? “Rolling back” the ball may have been a consideration, but discarded to concentrate on drivers. Changes to golf ball performance will be another minefield not easily negotiated. The USGA and The R&A have said little regarding improved player fitness and athleticism, not to mention extensive use of computerized swing analysis and training. Performance gains in this area are almost sure to continue. What happens if elites’ driving distance continues to increase even with restricted equipment? Driving distance is also influenced by course conditions such as firmness of the fairways, which has also not been addressed. Today’s manicured fairways roll like the greens did 20 years ago. Elite golfers train to take advantage of this with drivers dialed-in for the best launch angle and spin rate for the maximum carry distance and roll. Many of the courses, played by the PGA TOUR have generous fairways with little rough reducing any premium on accuracy and giving distance a disproportionate role. How will the professional tours react with this curbing of players performance? The PGA Tour is in the entertainment business and may not want to hurt their product by reducing the thrill and fan interest in long hitting by complying with the USGA and The R&A. We might see certain drivers allowed in regular Tour events but not allowed in the U.S. Open, or THE Open Championship. Wouldn’t that be a mess! The USGA, and The R&A have seemingly set their minds on the idea that the ball goes too far. Trying to avoid a repeat of the square-groove debacle, they have taken a more calculated approach, asking for golfer’s feedback, to give the impression the subject was open to debate. This raises the larger question of the USGA and The R&A relevance to recreational players and our opinion of splitting the Rules of Golf segregated by classes of players, or sex. The USGA and R&A are again venturing into the great unknown and it’s a void labeled, “Does Anybody Care?” Their desire to turnback the clock reflects a prejudice against future progress and innovation. While these changes can be bullied through, we wonder if the cost may be too high for the overall good of the game? Indiana Golf Journal
GGBlue’s Primm and Proper Collection for Spring 2022 By Belinda Theoret The Harper Polo is unique to GGblue because of its eye catching design. The polo collar and 4-button placket may be standard casual golf attire but when you add short flutter sleeves, you’re bound to turn some heads. It too has a UPF 30+ finish for sun protection as well as anti-microbial and moisture wicking properties. The Harper Polo is available in sizes XS – XXXL and in 9 vibrant colors including Crimson, Puya, Egret, and Sky. The Katy is another classic sleeveless polo with an 8” zippered placket, UPF 50+ sun protection and great moisture wicking and anti-microbial properties. It’s available in sizes XS – XXXL and in 7 colors including Rose, Fern, Mykonos, and Heather. GGblue offers a wide array of pants, skorts and shorts for ladies of all shapes and sizes. The Primm and Proper Anke Pant is sewn from a GG Blue’s new Primm and Proper collection takes the Red, White and Black color combination to a whole new level. You’ve never looked so good! When it comes to tops, GGblue gives you plenty of choices. Whether your preference is short sleeve or sleeveless, GGblue has a polo to compliment your style. The Sonia is a sleeveless collared polo with a 4-button placket. With UPF 30+ sun protection, anti-microbial and moisture wicking properties you’ll keep cool, dry fresh smelling and protected from the sun’s harmful rays. The front chest panel features a Red, White and Black color block design. It’s available in sizes XS – XXL. Indiana Golf Journal
Rayon/Nylon/Spandex fabric with terrific anti-microbial and moisture wicking properties to ensure you stay cool and dry. This classic woven ankle pant features a hidden button closure, front side pockets & two back welt pockets. It’s available in waist sizes 0 – 20 and in a Mod Gingham print. The Essex is a mid-rise skort sewn from a form fitting fabric that is made to stretch and move with your body. The tummy control waistband adds comfort, support and a slimming effect. The two front zipper pockets and one back welt pocket provide ample storage for your golf necessities. The stripes on each side contribute to the sporty look of this classic golf skort and the same-color zippers are a nice touch. The Essex Skort is available in sizes XS – XXXL and in either Black/Crimson or Navy/ Cobalt. There’s nothing worse than being cold on the golf course; your thoughts start to wander, and you tend to play worse. GGblue has a couple of options for the ladies that will not only keep you toasty warm during your round but will have you stylin’ and profilin’ down the fairway. The Pasha Sweater is a longsleeve crewneck sweater with ribbed hem and cuffs and is cozy and warm. The Red, White, and Black color blocking design and striped cuffs are stunning. It’s available in sizes XS -XXXL The Halley Jacket is a medium weight quilted jacket that is water Resistant, anti-microbial and moisture wicking, so you’ll keep you cool and dry on the course. There are knit panels on the sides & sleeves for easy movement and two front zipper pockets with plenty of storage space. The Halley Jacket is available in sizes XS – XXXL and in Crimson Red, Fern, or White with Black. It could easily become your go-to jacket in cool weather. The Hampton Skort is a classic skirt that is not only elegant but practical as well. This Gingham plaid gem is perfect for a sunny day on the golf course. The Polyester/Spandex fabric has a little extra stretch and the slit in back adds to your range of motion while the anti-microbial and moisture wicking properties keep you cool and dry. Knit undershorts add a level of modesty and the four pockets provide plenty of room for all your winnings. The fabric has a UPF 30+ finish to protect you from the sun. The Hampton Skort pairs well with the many bright colored polos GGblue offers. This is just a brief glimpse into GGblue’s new Primm and Proper Collection for 2022. To see the entire lineup, visit their website at https://ggblue.com/ and treat yourself to something new and colorful.
Indiana’s I-64 Corridor: A ‘Hot-Bed’ For Hoosier Golf By Mike May One of the most scenic stretches of the interstate highway system in the U.S. is the section of I-64 across southern Indiana from Jeffersonville west to the Indiana/Illinois border, just north of Evansville. In addition to easy access on and off I-64, the geographic location of seven spectacular publicaccess golf courses in southern Indiana means that golf is being played for the majority of the calendar year -- starting in March and continuing well into November and potentially into December. Covered Bridge Golf Club When you mix golf, a historic Indiana landmark, and southern Indiana’s most beloved golfer, you get Fuzzy Zoeller’s Covered Bridge Golf Club. This Fuzzy Zoeller/Clyde-Johnston-design features 18 holes which are carved through the gorgeous landscape of southern Indiana. Even though the degree of difficulty is enhanced by the presence of five lakes, a meandering stream, and plenty of trees, this golf course is playable for the average golfer. The greens are puttable, and the rough is manageable. The two finishing’ holes, the 9th and 18th, both par 5s, parallel one another, and share a huge double green. Chariot Run Golf Club The Chariot Run Golf Club, one of Indiana’s top public golf courses, is an 18-hole, American-style links course featuring bent grass greens, wellmaintained fairways, and sparkling lakes. In 2019, Golf Advisor ranked the Chariot Run Golf Club as the Top Course in Indiana. In 2018, Golfweek listed Chariot Run as Indiana’s 4th Best Course You Can Play.
Located in Laconia, with wide, rolling fairways and the purest greens to be found, golfers can drive for show and putt for dough. Old Capital Golf Club Fun. Fair. Exciting are three words that best summarize what it’s like to play the Old Capital Golf Club in Corydon, which was Indiana’s first capital city. Old Capital is an 18-hole golf course built on rolling hills and complemented by a wide, bedrock-bottomed creek that winds its way through the golf course. As you would expect for a golf course in southern Indiana, there are many elevation changes throughout this course and an abundant number of well-placed trees which make this golf course one of the most popular in southern Indiana. Sultan’s Run Golf Club Sultan’s Run Golf Club is one of the marvels of golf in Indiana, if not the entire Midwest. Designed by Tim Liddy, a Pete Dye protégé, this 18-hole layout is located in Jasper, in southwest Indiana. Years ago, this property was once the home turf of the famous horse Supreme Sultan, which sired a record number of world champion American Saddlebred horses. The logo for Sultan’s Run features the silhouette of an American Saddlebred horse. Christmas Lake Golf Course Ho, Ho, Ho! It’s a true treat to play the Christmas Lake Golf Course. Golf Digest has ranked the Christmas Lake Golf Course as one of the Top 75 Public Golf Courses in America and Indiana Business Magazine has listed the course as the 7th Most Challenging in Indiana. According to Tom Nelson, the head professional at Christmas Lake, this golf course never disappoints as the front nine and back nine have their own identities. Indiana Golf Journal
The outward nine has been cut through the wildlife-filled forests of the southern Indiana hills, while the inward nine flattens out a bit and winds through the beautiful homes of Christmas Lake Village. This course has served as an Indiana Open qualifying site. As you would expect, the Christmas Lake Golf Course is closed on Christmas Day. Thunderbolt Pass Golf Course Thunderbolt Pass is committed to making any visit to their course the “ultimate golfing experience.” Located on the north side of Evansville the course has been revamped in recent years thanks to a financial commitment from the Evansville Vanderburgh Airport Authority. A full driving range, practice putting green, and chipping area will allow you to be fully prepared before you step on the first tee. Cambridge Golf Course Since July 15, 2000, golfers in southwestern Indiana, southern Illinois and western Kentucky have had the good fortune of playing this Scottish-style links golf course. It was designed to have offer a number of risk/reward opportunities for golfers with an adventuresome spirit. As in any links-style course golfers have multiple options on every shot. Tee shots on the par threes are demanding and with smallish greens, it slightly easier to get up-and-down for par.
Carmel’s Ariana Savich: A Golf Channel Stalwart By Mike May When you watch the LPGA Tour on Golf Channel, one of the key cogs in the entire broadcast is a Hoosier native, Ariana Savich, born, raised, and educated in Carmel. Savich is a graphics producer for all Golf Channel LPGA broadcasts. One of her jobs is to make sure that what appears on the television screen is timely, accurate, and spelled correctly. If she makes a mistake, it’s seen globally, but she and her associates don’t make mistakes. Savich graduated from Carmel High School in 2010 and played for four years on the girls’ varsity golf team. The team played their matches at Plum Creek Golf Club in Carmel and during two of her high school years, her sister, Milena was also on the golf team. The Lady Greyhounds tied for the 2009 Indiana State Championship but had to settle for runner-up after a scorecard playoff. “We lost on the fifth score,” recalls Savich. After high school, Ariana continued to play competitive golf at Missouri University. She graduated from college in 2014 with a degree in communications. She tried her hand briefly at professional golf but was hired by the Golf Channel and has steadily risen through the ranks. “I started as a production assistant in the studio in Orlando and then working the live (golf) tournaments and traveling on the road in 2016.” If you looked at her travel schedule, you might think that she is covering a Presidential candidate. Her schedule takes her from New Jersey to Hawaii, plus involves international travel to Indiana Golf Journal
Scotland, France, Mexico, and Canada. In 2015 Ariana and her sister, Milena competed in Golf Channel’s “Altered Course” which involved two-man teams competing in a race against the clock. At the same time, trying to beat another team’s score on a course made of a compilation of holes into one monster hole. The key to her success working in broadcasting is to be well prepared and alert. When you work in ‘live’ television, Savich and her associates are always ready for anything to take place at any time. Tournament days do not always go according to the script for a number of reasons, so she and her associates train for the unexpected. “We spend a lot of time traveling, but each week is somewhat similar as far as the way things work. We arrive at the TV truck compound early in the week and set up our work stations and get things organized from a technical standpoint. We make sure everything is working properly and test all the equipment.” Even though Savich wears a head-set during broadcasts and is focused on what appears on computer and television screens, the key is her ability despite the fact she lives in the Sunshine State. “I try to play once or twice a month now, but it depends on how much I’m traveling. I’m happy to break 80 these days! I definitely spend more time covering golf than playing golf.” Looking back, the roots of Savich’s journey in golf can be traced to her early years of elementary school back in Carmel. “I was 5 or 6 years old when I first put a golf club in my hand. My dad introduced us to the game at a young age. He would take us out to the driving range, and I always got excited about riding in the golf cart.” When the LPGATour has a week off, Savich is assigned to work a PGA TOUR event in one of the production trucks. But then, she heads back to the LPGA Tour to continue her work as a key cog in those Golf Channel broadcasts. to work efficiently with a large number of people both in person and through her headset. The Golf Channel production is a true team effort. “We have (regular) meetings with the LPGA and our Golf Channel team. We do all of our research and figure out what things we want to show during our broadcast. Then on tournament/show days, we continue to build things in the morning, rehearse, and then the rest of the day, we are on the air.” Savich is now based in Florida, but still visits family back home in Carmel, when she is not jetting off to places like Honolulu, Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs, San Francisco, Portland, Dallas, Detroit, Orlando, Philadelphia, or Paris. As they say, it’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it. The one thing that has suffered since working for Golf Channel is the quality of her golf game,
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Golf With A Passport: Play The ‘Crown Jewel’ Of English Golf With COVID concerns rapidly declining, the opportunities to travel internationally have improved, now is the time to dust off your passport and travel to an overseas golf destination with your buddies. A good place to start is England’s county of Kent, southeast of London, where you will discover world-class golf, classic cathedrals, historic castles, and delicious food at quaint pubs. Kent boasts three championship links courses, which have all hosted past (British) Open Championships – Royal St. George’s, Royal Cinque Ports, and Prince’s Golf Club. A fourth course – By Mike May Littlestone Golf Club – is also a championship links course which has served as a qualifier for The Open. In addition to great golf, Kent is known as the Garden of England, because of its locally grown fruit and vegetables. It’s also the home to Britain’s oldest brewer -- Shepherd Neame Brewery in Faversham. Start your journey at the Hever Castle Golf Club in Edenbridge which is just down the road from the historic Hever Castle. Built in 1270, Hever
Castle was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII. Golf at the Hever Castle did not start until the 1920s and the course was created for the personal enjoyment of American owners, the Astor family. You can also spend the night at Hever Castle and tour their majestic gardens. Next stop is Maidestone, where you can play the nine-hole Leeds Castle Golf Club. Spend the night at the Stable Courtyard Bed & Breakfast at Leeds Castle, known as “the loveliest castle in the world.” The castle and its vast moat sit adjacent to three holes of the Leeds Castle Golf Club. The view of Leeds Castle from the 5th tee provides one of the most stunning backdrops in golf. For dinner, visit the Castle View Restaurant, which provides spectacular views of the adjacent Leeds Castle at night. The food is beyond compare! After golf at Leeds Castle, head south to coastal Kent, on the English Channel. There, you’ll find four true championship links courses -- the Littlestone Golf Club near Romney Marsh; Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club, located near Deal; and two side-by-side courses in Sandwich, Royal St. George’s Golf Club and Prince’s Golf Club. Indiana Golf Journal
Littlestone, a qualifying venue for the Open Championship, has pot bunkers in the fairway and many multi-tiered greens. Royal St. George’s, the site of The Open Championship on 15 occasions, most recently in 2021, offers stunning views over Pegwell Bay and the adjacent English Channel. The tallest and deepest bunker in Great Britain is located on the 4th hole at Royal St. George’s. We suggest employing a local caddie, which adds to the overall experience. Prince’s hosted the 2013 British Amateur and boasts 27 holes of championship links golf in three nine-hole loops: The Shore, The Dunes and The Himalayas. The most famous of Prince’s many revetted bunkers is the now-famous Sarazen Bunker, which sits near the 9th green of The Himalayas. The Lodge at Prince’s offers unobstructed views of the English Channel. It overlooks both Prince’s and Royal St. George’s and is just a few miles from Royal Cinque Ports GC. Take the opportunity to drive into the nearby town of Sandwich and visit one of Kent’s top pubs, the George & Dragon. This ancient pub first opened for business in 1446 and is a traditional pub with an open fireplace, and low beams, featuring many local ales, and great food. Before departing The Lodge at Prince’s, reserve a personal guided tour through The Gallery, located atThe Lodge.The Gallery is a small museumwhich contains old letters, pictures, trophies, clubs, and memorabilia connected to golf at Prince’s. While in Kent, make time to visit the Canterbury Cathedral, one of the oldest Christian structures in England, in the medieval city of Canterbury that oozes charm and quaintness. In addition to staying in Hever Castle and adjacent to Leeds Castle, spend an evening in a seaside town like Whitstable and sleep in an oldstyle seaside hotel such as The Marine Hotel in Whitstable. It is clean, comfortable, and quiet. The views out to sea, while enjoying a delicious Full English Breakfast, are memorable. Now that you know where to go and where to stay in Kent, what more incentive do you need to visit Kent for golf and more? Check out golfinkent.co.uk for more information.
‘Own The Spot’ On The Putting Green By Mitch Moon As Bradley approached the green, he set a ballmarker behind his ball, but never picked the ball up off the ground. He probably did so to make it easier to read the putt from a long distance. As he was studying the putt, a gust of wind caused his ball to move to a new spot further away from the original spot. Thinking he needed to replace the ball, to the previous spot, Bradley replaced the ball back to the original mark and played out from there. That, however, was wrong. A new rule, beginning in 2019, makes reference to an ‘Own the Spot’ concept on the putting green, per Rule 13.1 d(2). Once a ball is lifted and It’s important to know how to properly mark your golf ball on the green, especially after Keegan Bradley’s costly error at THE PLAYERS Championship last month. During the second round, Keegan Bradley was assessed a two-stroke penalty for playing from the wrong place on the putting green. There is a common misconception that the ball is no longer in play, once you have placed a ball-marker down beside the ball. The ball only comes out of play once it has been lifted and it returns to play, once replaced on its original spot. Indiana Golf Journal
replaced, the ball must be played from that spot no matter what causes the ball to move. This rule resets every time your ball ends up on putting green, even if your previous stroke was also from the putting green. Example: If you hit a 20-foot putt to within five feet short of the hole, you must both mark and lift the ball to ‘Own the Spot.’ The key term in interpreting this rule, is the word “lift.” Keegan never lifted his ball from its spot, even though he had marked it. Thus, it didn’t matter that the ball-marker was set behind the ball. His ball was moved by natural forces, the wind, thus he should have played the ball from the new location. Because he failed to play the ball from the new spot, he was assessed a general penalty of playing from the wrong place. Make note, simply rotating your golf ball, with the ball-marker in place, satisfies the “lifting” requirement and would thus ‘Own the Spot.’ Know the Rules. They are there to help you.
Indiana’s Dream 18: Holes 7, 8, and 9 By Josh Alsip No. 7 Brickyard Crossing Hole seven on Indiana’s Signature 18 can be found at the Brickyard Crossing Golf Course at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). It was voted “One of America’s Top 100 Golf Courses” by both Golf Digest and Golfweek. The course features four holes inside the oval of the IMS and 14 holes a 360-degree view of the Speedway, including Gasoline Alley. No. 8 Donald Ross Course at French Lick No. 8 on Indiana’s Signature 18 is located on The Donald Ross Course at the French Lick Resort in French Lick. This classic course, designed by iconic architect Donald Ross, underwent a $5 million restoration in 2007. This par-70 layout includes more than 100 of Ross’ trademark bunkers, 35 of which are original to the course. The Donald Ross Course has been rated the No. 2 public course in Indiana by Golfweek every year since 2011. The most telling evidence that the 8th hole on the Donald Ross has changed very little since the course opened for play in 1916 is the square shape of the green. Visit Indiana Golf has highlighted the best 18 golf holes from public golf courses across the Hoosier State. In this issue of the Indiana Golf Journal, we highlight the final three holes on the front nine. adjacent to the backstretch of the racetrack. Re-designed by well-known golf course designer Pete Dye, this course is one of a few golf courses in the country to have hosted an LPGA, PGA and Champions Tour event. To reach the par 3, 7th hole, the first hole inside the infield, you must first take the tunnel underneath the track. The elevated tee provides Indiana Golf Journal
Historically, nearly every green was square, because it was easier to maintain. On this right-to-left dogleg par 4 drive it far enough right to have a clear view of the green. It is advisable to carry your approach shot to the middle portion of the putting surface, due to the steep slope and false front to this green. No. 9 Bear Slide Golf Club The 9th hole on Indiana’s Signature 18 can be found at the Bear Slide Golf Club in Cicero. It was ranked the 14th Best Golf Course in the United States by Golf Advisor in 2018 and it is one of Indiana’s premier public golf courses. The course offers a Scottish links-style front nine with a more traditional back nine. Golf Digest has given Bear Slide a “4.5 Star” rating and included the course among the nine best golf courses in Indiana. The 9th hole at Bear Slide is a dogleg right par four with a menacing water hazard that must be avoided. Stick to the left side of the fairway on your drive and leave a mid-iron approach into a generally flat green. With two solid shots, you might be able to make one more birdie before the back nine. In fact, pars on the 7th, 8th, and 9th holes would be a great score.
Jim Barnes: One Of Golf’s Great Champions The Winner of the First Two PGA Championships: 1916 & 1919 By Mike May As the world of men’s professional golf looks forward to this year’s PGA Championship to be held next month, let’s look back at the beginning of this major championship and one of the most accomplished golfers in golf’s illustrious history. Of all the former PGA Championship winners, few people are familiar with England’s “Gentleman Jim Barnes,” who won the first two the inaugural all-professional national championship to be held at the Siwanoy County Club in Bronxville, New York. Barnes won by defeating Jock Hutchison one up in the 36-hole match play finale. The total prize money for that event was $2,500. Three years later, in 1919, at the Engineers Country Club, Barnes won the PGA Championship again by defeating Fred McLeod in the 36-hole finale, 6 & 5. One of Barnes’ more comical and memorable moments in PGA Championship history took place at the 1924 PGA at the French Lick Springs Resort on the former Hill Course, now the Donald Ross Course, in French Lick, Indiana. When the official photo was taken, of that year’s field of contestants, both Barnes and Hagen appeared in the group photo twice, on both the left and right side of the picture. The pair ran from one side of the group photo to the other as they were able to outrace the slow, PGA Championships (1916 and 1919). The two intermittent years, 1917 and 1918 the PGA Championship was not held due to WWI. Because he was unassuming and soft-spoken, everyone remembers former winners, Walter Hagen and Gene Sarazen, but only diehard historians, remember Barnes. The U.S. Professional Golfers Association (now, PGA of America) was founded in 1916 and thegroupdecided toconduct Indiana Golf Journal
stationary camera used to capture the image of the 1924 field. Copies of that picture are available today in the clubhouse of the Donald Ross Course in French Lick. Barnes made it to the PGA final match twice more and was defeated by Hagen both times. At the 1924 PGA Championship, Hagen defeated Barnes in the final, 2 up. In his honor, the restaurant at French Lick’s Donald Ross Course is now called Hagen’s. I wonder if it would have been called “Gentleman Jim’s,” if the tall Englishman had prevailed? Barnes lost to Hagen in the 1921 PGA final match. Barnes added two more majors, the 1921 U.S. Open and the 1925 Open Championship. Those four major championship titles put Barnes on the list of only 17 golfers who have won at least three of golf’s four professional majors in their careers. In the 1921 U.S. Open, President Warren G. Harding presented Barnes with the winning trophy. Harding is the only sitting U.S. President to present the winning trophy to any major golf champion. Barnes never played in the Masters but was invited to participate in the first Masters tournament in March 1934, but declined. He may not have accepted the invitation because of his age, 47 at the time of the event. Barnes died of a heart attack at age 80 on May 24, 1966, in East Orange, New Jersey, where he is buried.
Douglass Park Legacy Continues with Addition of First Tee-Indiana By Kelly Churney Indianapolis’ Douglass Park has been a centerpiece of the Martindale-Brightwood community for more than a century. Named after abolitionist Frederick Douglass, the park was originally created as a safe, recreational place for people of color. For generations, Douglass Park provided just that. Back in the day, community members believed that “it takes a ‘village’ to raise a child.” Douglass Park was the ‘village’ that helped raise many local children. Five years after Douglass Park opened, a golf course was built and the first tee shot was struck in 1926. It became a meeting place, not just for the Black community, but for Black celebrities, as well. Both World Heavy-Weight Boxing Champion, Joe Louis and golfing great, Tiger Woods have visited the park over the years. Today, Douglass Park continues to be one of the more popular golf courses in town, because of its accessibility and historical legacy. In 2021, that legacy came full circle with the introduction of First Tee-Indiana at the Douglass Park Golf Course. First Tee is a youth development organization that teaches life lessons through the game of golf – such as integrity and perseverance. Additionally, First Tee is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all affiliated with the organization. Indiana Golf Journal
“It’s special to be able to continue the strong legacy of inclusion with Indianapolis youth, as Douglass Park has always been known for,” said Mike David, executive director of Indiana Golf. “First Tee was a perfect fit and we are excited to see our programs at Douglass reaching such a large number of kids.” Local programming is taught by Liz Cooprider, the General Manager of Douglass Park Golf Club, Taylor Haudek, Site Director for Indianapolis First Tee-Indiana, Roger Lundy, First Tee-Indiana Regional Director-South, and Alex Pettigrew, former Indiana Golf Foundation/Gongaware Junior Academy participant. Pettigrew grew up playing golf at Douglass Park and her return as an instructor, sets the perfect example for local kids and opens their eyes to a possible career path. “Growing up playing at Douglass, I enjoyed learning golf with people that looked like me and being taught by older Black golfers,” said Pettigrew. “The community at Douglass is so strong and I’m proud to be a part of it.” When Pettigrew was a camp participant, the Indiana Golf Foundation provided transportation for camp participants from Douglass Park to Gongaware Golf Academy. Roger Lundy was her instructor and now she teaches alongside him. “My experience at camp was fun,” said Pettigrew. “I remember getting to play on the course barefoot. My group was tired of our golf shoes, so we took them off. I had never stepped on grass that soft before.” Pettigrew’s goal has always been to become a golf professional at Douglass Park, so being able to help give lessons through First Tee programming was an obvious next step.
“During the summer of 2021, someone reached out to me and asked me to play golf with her daughter. She was trying to make her high school golf team, so we met regularly to play and practice. I tried to help her and that was my first time giving lessons. I took her to Douglass Park one day to practice, because I knew she would enjoy golf even more if she had the opportunity to play with her peers, like I did growing up. Helping her further sparked my interest in giving back to the game of golf.” In 2021, the First Tee program at Douglass Park had more than 100 participants in both the summer and fall sessions and that number is expected grow this year. “The majority of our participants are brand new to the game and our goal is to provide a fun and safe environment for them,” said Taylor Haudek, site director at Indianapolis at First Tee-Indiana. “And the location at Douglass Park allows us to work with participants within the city that might not have otherwise have the opportunity to learn the game we all love.” For dates and time of the Frist Tee-Indiana’s sessions at Douglass Park visit their website. Indiana Golf Journal
Garfield Brewery is An Indianapolis Favorite By Catherine Bowie Garfield Brewery is situated in a well-established neighborhood on the southside of Indianapolis and it shares its name with one of the oldest parks in town, Garfield Park. While this brewery is a local favorite, it has open arms for those “neighbors” just passing through the area. Picnic-table style outdoor seating hosts an occasional local musician playing familiar tunes, plus its Roggenbier goes down easy and smooth! Garfield Brewery names several beers after local establishments. The Pleasant Run Milk Stout offers a coffee, dark chocolate combination which is quite satisfactory on a cool evening. The Bean Creek Bock is a dark, roasted, malty lager with 6.6% ABV. St. Catherine Vienne Lager is a malt-forward with a hopbitter finish, for those that enjoy a good “to the bitter end” beer. Sister’s Coffee and Cream Stout contains locally roasted coffee and carries a dark, chocolate flavor. We recommend Sister’s Stout paired with your Saturday morning yoga. A combination can’t be beat. To taste the best of Indianapolis Craft Beers, you must try The Garfield Park Brewery. It awaits your arrival. where the local neighbors gather on a Friday night. Inside seating is available, as well. Garfield Brewery also offers specialty brews for certain occasions. The Valentine’s Day brew boasts a chocolate stout with a strawberry garnish. St. Patrick’s Day warrants a pistachio green ice-cream ale. A variety of winter stouts are created for chilly Indiana winter evenings. If you prefer an IPA, Garfield Brewery carries several. The High-Octane Hazy IPA, with an IBU of 17, is more haze than hop, but has an IPA kick and an ABV of 6.6%. Have you heard of a Roggenbier? It’s a cousin to the German-style Hefeweizen, but made with rye instead of wheat. A Roggenbier features more caramel and banana notes with less spice. The “Fletcher and the Rye”
By Franciscan Health Breathing, circulation, body temperature regulation, and the senses all rely on your body having sufficient water. Being dehydrated can also affect your mood, make you cranky, tired and irritable. Water ‘healthy alternative’ to soda,” said Pamela Johnson, BS, HHPAADP, CFMP, RYT, Franciscan WorkingWell. “The general rule is that unless you work out for 45 minutes to an hour, water is the best hydration. After an hour, electrolytes and salts may need to be replenished. For those who drink them without working out, this is not a healthy choice. The calorie or sugar content is very high in these drinks and even endurance athletes know not to use refined sugar as fuel.” It’s also important to know the difference between sports drinks and energy drinks. Some energy drinks contain up to 500 mg of caffeine, which can cause heart palpitations and high blood pressure. Hydration Helps Your Health helps to flush out excess toxins, maintains regularity, transports nutrients and oxygen, plus best of all, increases energy and helps fight fatigue. Water for Optimal Hydration Most people reach for a soda or a coffee for a pick me up. Caffeinated or sugary drinks will give you an initial boost of energy, but you will inevitably crash later. Water will help to keep you hydrated, leading to more consistent energy levels throughout the day. Do Sports Drinks Help? “One issue with sports drinks is that many people drink them instead of water when working out and many drink them without working out at all as a Indiana Golf Journal
It’s easy to guzzle these drinks and often drink more than the serving size. This not only increases calorie and sugar consumption, but also caffeine levels, which can increase dehydration. Are You Drinking Enough Water? The Institute of Medicine in the United States recommends a liquid intake at just under 3.2 quarts for men, and just more than two quarts for women. Start with the minimum of eight - 8 oz. (1 cup) glasses of pure water per day. But, another way to gauge how much water to consume is to take your body weight and divide by two, which equals how many ounces of water you should drink per day. Increase Water Intake Consider trading one caffeinated or sweetened beverage and replacing with 20 ounces of cold JUST ASK OUR COURSE RECORD HOLDERS: PHIL MICKELSON, FRED COUPLES, LEE JANZEN & AN UNKNOWN AMATEUR. (We’re not kidding!) Can’t Top That. WWW.TREETOPS.COM | 81 SPECTACULAR HOLES BY GOLF’S GREAT DESIGNERS. EASY. GOLF IS water every day until you are mostly consuming water. Here are a few more tips for increasing your water intake: • Use a BPA-free water bottle to reuse throughout the day or drink from an insulated cup. These keep water ice cold all day and they help you count how many glasses you drink. • To avoid artificial sweeteners, stay away from flavored water. You can add fresh or frozen fruit, vegetables, and herbs to add a little variety such as lemon, cucumber, or mint. • Try unsweetened iced tea with a slice of lemon to give you a different flavor without adding sugar. • This summer as the temps start to rise, reach for water instead of iced coffee, soda pop or lemonade! To maintain energy and stamina to finish your 18 holes strong, drink lots of water early and often, during your round.
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