There are more than 90 golf courses in San Diego County, which provides a wide variety of golfing experiences. Here are three to consider: Best course to enjoy the sunrise I was in a foursome for a winter round at Maderas two years ago in which we were the first group off the tee. The […]
Insider’s Tip: Four Courses to Enjoy a Twilight Round
With summer here and days lasting longer it is possible to get in a full day at the beach, the zoo or some other San Diego activity and still have time for a round of golf. Twilight and super twilight rates make it even more attractive. Here are four suggestions for quality courses with outstanding […]
San Diego Golf: Give Dad His Day in the Sun
Sure, you can give dad another tie. But why not give this a try? Here are three San Diego County courses offering something special on Sunday for Father’s Day: Cottonwood Golf Club Fit in a round of golf either before or after a special Father’s Day brunch from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm that includes […]
San Diego Golf: Chart Your Own Course
There are more than 90 golf courses in San Diego County, which provides a wide variety of golfing experiences. Here are three to consider: Best course for a guys’ getaway The Barona Creek Golf Club offers everything a guy could want — an outstanding golf course, good food, gaming and lodging. Golfweek Magazine recently rated Barona […]
Cox Celebrity Championship: Romo Takes Trophy
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has guided his share of fourth-quarter comebacks, so he’s confident of winning late in the contest as long as there’s still time left on the clock. Or, in the case of golf, with holes still remaining to be played. With three holes left in Sunday’s final round of the Cox […]
Cox Celebrity Championship: Everybody Loves Ray
Ray Romano is two swings into his round Saturday in the Cox Celebrity Championship at Morgan Run and everyone can see he is already having swing thoughts. After getting a big hand from the gallery with a big drive off the first tee (though the shot landed in the adjacent fairway), Romano’s second shot finds […]
Cox Celebrity Championship Swings Into Action
Scene and heard around the course on the opening day of the Cox Celebrity Championship at Morgan Run Resort and Club in Rancho Santa Fe: — The atmosphere for this charity event is relaxed and fun, giving fans an opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with dozens of former and current players from across several sports. And […]
Pro Kids Golf Academy Gives Players a Certain Glow
Pro Kids Golf Academy has held a special place in my heart since it was created 17 years ago. Pro Kids partnered with the City of San Diego and the San Diego Unified School District in 1994 and moved into the Colina Park Golf Course in City Heights to bring golf to inner-city kids. Pro […]
Presidio Provides a Little History Lesson, a Lot of Fun
For those accustomed to playing a full-length championship golf course, Presidio Hills Golf Course may not seem like much at first glance. But dismissing it would be a big mistake. “It’s a special place,” said Presidio head golf professional Paul Bush. “There’s a lot of history here.” Presidio is one of the oldest par-3 courses […]
DoubleTree Offers Breakfast Buffet, Golf Galore
Maybe there’s no such a thing as a free lunch. But how about a full buffet breakfast that comes with unlimited golf? That’s what’s being offered at the DoubleTree Golf Resort, where golfers can enjoy breakfast anytime from 6:30 am to 10:00 am before playing 18 holes (cart included). Then play again. And again? I’m […]