Archive | January, 2000

Historic Course Reborn

Posted on January 1, 2000 by in Kingsbarns, Press

Sunday Post
By Doug Proctor

The home of golf is to have one of its original jewels restored. The resurrection of Kingsbarns Links, just outside St. Andrews , has been given the green light. It’s sure to rival the Old Course itself for a place in the hearts of golf lovers the world over.

Gordon Begg, a retired merchant banker and golf fanatic, has been the driving force behind Kingsbarns re-incarnation. Read More…

Alameda Point’s Links to Scotland, The Bay, SF

Posted on January 1, 2000 by in Other Courses, Press

Alameda Golf
By Ron Salsig

Ever since the idea to build a golf course out at the far northwest corner of the former Naval Air Station became viable, Kay Miller (who has been running the re-development effort out there) has had a picture specific type of golf course on the wall in her office. Read More…

Where They Get Golf Right

Posted on January 1, 2000 by in Kingsbarns, Press

Golf Magazine
By Mike Purkey

I hate to be the one to break the news, but we’re getting golf all wrong in this country. I made a trip to St. Andrews, the home of golf in Scotland, in the fall and I must report that I love it more every time I go. For instance.

It’s the edge of dusk and the last foursomes of the day are making their way over the final few holes. All are walking; some carry their own bags, some pull a trolley along behind, and some are accompanied by a caddie. Read More…

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