By Keith Jarrett When the devastating effects of the Party Rock Fire hit Lake Lure and surrounding areas last fall, homeowners at Rumbling Bald Resort were among those forced to evacuate. Golf was the last item on anyone’s mind as the wildfire eventually spread through thousands of acres of this picturesque community, set in the…
While it may be true people don’t read much anymore, they do read James Dodson. So it’s noteworthy that the accomplished award-winning author from North Carolina has just released his 14th book, titled “The Range Bucket List.” It consists of 21 chapters, all of which can be read independently, and includes an interesting conversation at…
By John Brasier Owned and operated by the city of High Point, Oak Hollow Golf Course shares a legacy with the likes of TPC Sawgrass, Kiawah Island’s Ocean Course, The Honors Course and Harbour Town — it was designed by famed architect Pete Dye. But tee times at Oak Hollow are much easier to make,…
By David Droschak North Carolina A&T women’s golf coach Richard Watkins reluctantly accepted pats on the back this season as he launched the school’s first golf program in 125 years. Forgive Watkins for being a little hard on himself and his team – he wants to win like most coaches – even though the odds…
By Robert Kimball Some of us dream of a day when we can retire and live on a golf course. One man is doing just that; except he’s not retired and his definition of living on the course might seem a bit different from most. Only 10 minutes off Interstate 40 sits Pudding Ridge Golf…
By Kurt Dusterberg When Brandon Einstein talks about growing his golf game, he often starts with a story about just plain, old growing. It all started in the summer after his freshman year. “I went from 5-foot-6 to 5-10,” said Einstein, a junior at West Forsyth High School. “I’m 5-11 right now. And I went…
By Jay Allred Searching for a great Father’s Day gift that will not break the bank? Look no further than the Precision Pro NX7 and NX7 Pro rangefinders. The NX7 sells for only $199, is lightweight and offers all the same performance of more expensive brands. The NX7 Pro offers slope and vibrating lock on…
By Brad King The “Home of American Golf” is getting a facelift. After making history in 2014 by hosting both the Men’s and Women’s U.S. Opens on its legendary No. 2 course, Pinehurst Resort & Country Club is continuing a master plan to further restore the original character and spirit to the Pinehurst golf experience.…
By David Droschak After a long career in the technical textile market supplying products to the consumer products and automobile industry, Michael Ambler was looking for a change, something that would keep him closer to home with an enjoyable environment and friendly customer base. Ambler had always wanted to own his own business and was…
By Kurt Dusterberg Mallory Fobes has grown accustomed to going it alone on the golf course. She is the only member of the girl’s golf team at Forbush High School, a 2-A school in East Bend. While that sounds like a losing proposition in a team format, the sophomore quickly found out she could carry…