We've all heard the complaints about tight, somewhat crappy courses that permeate our schedule. When reminded that our regional area only contains tight, somewhat crappy courses... you — especially you, dear reader — tend to reply: "wEll WhaT aBouT PRiVaTE cOUrSes?!?!"
Good question. Here are some we've looked into recently:
Carrollwood Country Club, Cypress Run, and Hunter's Green don't want us. Feather Sound has been closed, and if JW ever gets us out there he'll probably take the tee times away two days before the event. Gary finally ended his membership at Southern Hills - who at the moment would charge us near rack rate to play there ($189). I ask about Grasslands every season... so if you don't see that on the schedule it's because John wasn't able to make it happen. Black Diamond told us no for the 2022 Rapture, and hasn't responded to numerous emails/calls about doing a one-off event. Lone Palm said no a couple of years ago, and our connection there isn't going to push for it.
That brings us to this week's private course, Bayou Club, who will let us out after their members (10:50am) and charge us the same thing they did in 2020 ($65ish). I knew inflation was transitory!
When we last visited, COVID lockdowns were only days away. A lot of people complained they didn't like the course, with John specifically saying it was a "dump" and "the worst course ever." Adam and Geoff tied for the victory, winning by four shots. Dave shot a 99 and almost owed 3 pitchers. We had this thing called the "BGR" that whined about the expensive booze prices, but did say nice things about the dining experience.
I'm expecting nothing to change.
Here's a scorecard from two years ago that I believe is still valid.
Everyone is on the WHITE tees unless you tell me otherwise. The Sr. Chairman will be allowed only for the seniors (55+) and 25+ Indexes.
If you're going to bail, do so ASAP so we can free up a spot to replace you.
I was told by their Director of Golf that it wasn't punched, and "shouldn't be" before July 4th. If we find out this is wrong, I was lied to. There is a driving range and balls are included.
See you Sunday.
Sr. "Highchair" tees for thee.
ReplyDeleteDiamond Hill would be happy to have us. And if we’re looking for different courses, Sugar Mill Woods Pine course had a fun layout, and the end of cypress was good, too. The cartpaths are in terrible shape and the carts are about the same, but it’s playable for everyone and probably easy to get on.
ReplyDeleteWhile we are on the subject of goat tracks… can’t wait for you to hear where Gorecki booked us for the Hangover
ReplyDeleteY’all are crazy. Every course presents a challenge. Bayou club is no different. You must hit targets throughout the round. The player that controls their ball the best will win. Can’t expect a course to allow for 20-50 yard left or right misses.
ReplyDeleteHit it straight, hit it less!
For the record any tee time I post on here is wide open to all Members.
I think it's obvious what is going on here. Dear Leader is desperate to get his name back in the FBGC GOAT conversation. Moostie's dramatic victories against stronger competition have set him apart and it's not really even up for debate as to who is the greatest champion in league history. If Dear Leader can somehow get another Cup to take a 5 to 4 lead, then the conversation changes.
ReplyDeleteDear Leader knows that his best chance for victory is to play on tight, "not fun" courses. Therefore, that's what we've been playing for the last two seasons. Any course with an open layout gets shot down for a variety of reasons: price, goat track, it's private and they will arrest us for trespassing, etc.
I'm not fooled.
And I'd have gotten away with it too, if it wasn't for you meddling kids.
ReplyDeleteAlso, Moostie is going to win this season so it won't be a "debate" for much longer.
The competition right behind him is about as weak as it gets. Sad to see the season locked up so early.
ReplyDeleteTruer words have never been spoken.
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