NOVEMBER 17, 2021 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES The Golf Ballot is on the back page. Be sure to fill that out and send it in, or fill out our online version at www.wintertexantimes.com, by December 8. By submitting your favorites, you will be eligible to win free rounds of golf, dining, and more. South Padre Island Golf Club They're back! Major renovations have re-elevated this golf course to one of the premiere courses in South Texas. Completely torn apart and rebuilt greens (all 18), a new irrigation system and the addition of “lots of grass” are key upgrades that add to the entire golf experience. South Padre Island Golf Club has some of the most scenic holes in all of South Texas, overlooking the Laguna Madre. Don't get caught daydreaming there though, the layout is challenging, and the wind can make things even more challenging. The course has consistently worked on improving its cart paths, sand traps, natural beauty, and other areas in recent years. If you haven't played here recently, it's worth checking out again. You may end up out there more than you think – it's that beautiful. Address: 1 Golf House Road, Laguna Vista. Website: www.spigolf.com Golf Pro: Jack Blundell GM: David Boughter Phone: (956) 943-4653 Description: Par-72 Yardage: Gold – 4,079; Red – 5,200; White – 5,552; Blue – 6,291; Black – 6,931 Amenities: Practice facilities, range, putting green, new restaurant bar/grill, pro shop Winter Texan Specials: Players membership card – $200 for regular includes $10 off every round, $250 gold card includes unlimited range balls and $10 off every round starts Jan. 2022; Call for rates. Tierra Santa Golf Club “Big changes that have been thought about for a decade will be reality in February.” Tierra Santa is getting an upgrade. The pro shop, restaurant and more are under renovation and should be opening in February – and, just like the ultra-beautiful course, the changes will be amazing too. The biggest challenge here – other than the beautiful and challenging No. 18 – is to believe that this is a public course and not a country club. It's going to feel even more like an elite country club-like destination as soon as construction is complete on the new bar/grill the club is building, then the renovation of the clubhouse. The course is well-maintained and has some of the prettiest and well-designed holes in the Valley. Oh, did we mention No. 18? Even if we did, it's worth mentioning again. You will leave that hole either with a big grin on your face or scratching your head wondering... how? Address: 1901 Club de Amistad, Weslaco Phone: (956) 973-1811 Description: Par-72 Website: tierrasantaweslaco.com Golf Pro: Adrian Livas Yardage: Red – 2,580; White – 3,012; Blue – 3,284; Black – 3,546 Amenities: driving range, putting/ chipping green, pro shop, restaurant Winter Texan Specials: Winter Texans can purchase 10, 20 or 30 rounds at discounted rates, and it comes with one, two or three free rounds; Winter Texans can call the pro shop for rates and more information. Treasure Hills Golf Club A golf course that at one time was on the verge of shutting down has new life, and golfers should be thankful. Scenic views, magnificent trees and serene lakes make this course beautiful. And the layout makes it challenging and always a fun course to play. Many holes are wide open, some bottle neck so you play risk versus reward here if you don't plan a couple shots ahead. Slight elevation changes may also throw the golfer off, or at least for the golfers to think more about which club to pull out of the bag. Address: 3009 N. Augusta National Dr., Harlingen Phone: (956) 425-1700 Description: Par-72 Website: NA Golf Manager: Roger Bhakta Yardage: Red – 4,749; Gold – 5,361; White – 6,360; Blue – 6,788 Amenities: Pro shop, snacks, concessions, beer, sandwiches; driving range, putting green Winter Texan Specials: Special membership – individual for month $450 plus tax; couples $572 plus tax. Both include cart. Raymondville Municipal Golf Course Raymondville Municipal Golf Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Raymondville Municipal Golf Course difficult yet friendly, GOLF From pg. 1 South Padre Island Golf Club Tierra Santa Golf Club Treasure Hills Golf Club
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