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  Up and Down: A PGA Professional’s Perspective on Golf and Philosophy As a PGA Professional, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how golf transcends being just a sport and evolves into a profound metaphor for life. The rhythmic sound of a well-struck ball, the lush greens stretching out before us - it’s more than just a game; it’s a philosophical journey through the ups and downs of existence. 1. Guiding the Trajectory: In golf, much like in life, the trajectory of the ball represents our journey. From the initial drive off the tee to navigating hazards and undulating greens, every shot mirrors the twists and turns life throws our way. As a PGA Professional, I find joy in guiding golfers to embrace the unpredictability, emphasizing adaptability, persistence, and strategic thinking on their golfing and existential journeys. 2. Pursuit of Excellence: One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is witnessing golfers’ relentless pursuit of perfection in a game that cannot ...

  MOREHEAD CITY COUNTRY CLUB Morehead City, North Carolina April 5, 2023 OVERVIEW FACILITY TYPE: Private YEAR OPENED:  1952 ARCHITECT:  Renovations advised by Curtis Strange PAR:  72 LENGTH:  4,130 - 6,870 USGA RATING:  61.1 - 73.4 USGA SLOPE:  102 - 141 TEE OPTIONS:  6 WEBSITE:  www.MoreheadCityCC.com PHONE:  (252) 726-4917   Nestled in the southeast corner of North Carolina along the Crystal Coast, between Wilmington and the OBX, is Morehead City Country Club. Built on sandy soil near the coastal marshlands at the mouth of the Atlantic, MCCC is a gem of a seaside course that’s always offering a new challenge. Depending on the weather, the wind, and the tees you choose to play, the course offers endless opportunities to hone your game. Morehead is a place I consider a home course as my parents have been members there for a few years now. The conditions are always great and the course allows you to be creative, especially on the fr...

  Thistle Dhu Pinehurst, NC April 4, 2023   At Pinehurst Resort, the American cradle of golf, you will find Thistle Dhu, an 18-hole putting course, open to resort guests and the public alike. Situated outside the back of the main resort building at Pinehurst, between the driving range and The Cradle, is a massive putting green, reminiscent of the Donald Ross greens found on the championship courses at the resort.  While the course is not a Ross original, you can feel his spirit present. Players must navigate massive knobs and rolls in the terrain. Don’t be afraid to use the terrain and get creative. Oftentimes, taking the direct line of approach is the incorrect answer. Positioned in a way that’s accessible to everyone and convenient enough to be played at any time, Thistle Dhu is the perfect way to spend the evening when you arrive in town, warm up before a round, hang out between your morning round or evening round, or simply as a way to have fun with the family without...

TOBACCO ROAD Sanford, North Carolina April 4, 2023 OVERVIEW FACILITY TYPE: Public YEAR OPENED: 1998 ARCHITECT: Mike Strantz PAR: 71 LENGTH: 4,296 - 6,557 USGA RATING: 62.6 - 72.5 USGA SLOPE: 117 - 145 TEE OPTIONS: 6 WEBSITE: www.TobaccoRoadGolf.com PHONE: (877) 284-3762   The first time I played a Mike Strantz golf course was in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. I can’t remember which came first, True Blue, or Caledonia, but they’re still to this day two of my favorite courses on the east. When you play a Mike Strantz golf course, you’re in for a different experience. Like Stonehouse , between Richmond and Williamsburg, Virginia, Mike Strantz courses often feature massive fairways, long blind carries over hills, rolling terrain, and the most fun greens you can play.  Tobacco Road is a course that’s been on my bucket list since I first heard about it. It was shortly after playing True Blue and Caledonia that my interest peaked. Looking back on it, Sanford, NC isn’t too fa...