Trenton Country Club
201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton, New Jersey 08628
Yards: 6127, Par 71 (White Tees)
Course Architect:
Built/Open: 1897
Website: www.trentoncc.com
Score: Golf Outing (Team -1)
Date: September 22, 2008
I participated in the Stark and Stark golf outing at Trenton Country Club this past Monday. On a warm, sunny day, our foursome shot a 1 under, we missed a lot of birdie putts. Our foursome birdied the first hole, bogeyed the second hole, birdied the third hole and pared out the rest of the holes. It was a great day out on the links, was introduced to three nice guys and good golfers, and got the opportunity to play an old historic private course.
The course was fairly tight, tree lined fairways with well protected greens. One of our players was a member at the club which was a huge help and we should have taken advantage of his knowledge of the course. Jeff has been playing TCC since he was 7, so he gave us all the reads on the greens and course management suggestions. With all his knowledge of ‘his’ course, we should have performed better.
FROM THE WEB SITE: Trenton Country Club's golf course, distinguished by its challenging fairways, fast greens and scenic locations, was designed in the late 19th century. We recently completed an extensive restoration project to retain its unique character and style. The configuration of our eighteen-hole course continues to challenge even the lowest handicap golfer, yet affords the intermediate or novice player with opportunities to succeed.
COURSE CONDITION: The course was in great shape, the tee boxes and fairways were void of any club marks and the greens were lighting fast. The rough was cut a little high, a few of our wayward shots were a little hard to find. Through 18 holes, we missed the fairway or first cut only once and didn’t have to hit out of any of the sand bunkers, and there was enough of them.
FACILITIES: Arriving just before tee time, I didn’t get to see the main club house. I did make it to the fully stocked pro shop which sits adjacent to the practice area and across the parking lot from the main club house. The club offers the following additional facilities: tennis courts, fitness center, and three spectacular swimming pools.
SHOT OF THE DAY: Hole No. 10, 160 yards, Par 3, Closest to the Pin Hole: Hit my 26 degree rescue wood, nice super high fade from left to right landing on the green which was protected by bunkers in the front, right and left sides. The ball landed about two feet left of the flag and rolled to a stop 21’-6” right of the hole. Checking the list, the closest was 22’-6”, I was not going to measure the distance but the member said we should check it anyway, beat it by a foot. I was thinking in my head, three quarters of the golfers have already come through and 21’-6” is the best, that would indicate a really tough hole or really bad golfers. Anyway, we finished the round and I had to leave, skipping the after party. I got an e-mail the following day from Jeff, the member, my 21’-6” held up, my first closest to the pin! Brad, another one of our playing partners won closest to the pin on Hole No. 5, 184 Yards, Par 3.
SUGGESTIONS AND COMMENTS: Great course, I hope to get back there and play a regular round of golf and check out the main club house.
GOLFNERDNESS: We played an elimination scramble format, very odd. Each player tees off, you pick the best drive for your next shot, but the player whose shot you’re playing does not get to hit the next shot. This system is in play until you hole out. It really makes you think about everyone’s strengths and weaknesses, shot selection, etc…
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Friday, September 26, 2008
Friday, September 5, 2008
Labor Day @ Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club
Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club
7 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean View, DE 19970
Yards: 5817, Par 72 (Kodiak / Black Bear - Club Tees)
Course Architect: Rick Jacobson
Built/Open: 1999
Website: www.beartrapdunes.com
Score: 91 (45 out, 46 in)
Date: August 31, 2008
I played Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club over the holiday weekend without any type of practice in the last few weeks. Not expecting miracles, I shot a round of 91 on a beautiful sunny, calm breezy day. My driving was a little better on the front nine hitting 3 fairways but making the green in regulation on 5 holes, the back nine I hit 3 fairways but only 3 greens in regulation. My short game is still off since I tweaked my swing, I am hitting the ball further with my irons, as a result, I over shot a few greens, which is not usually a problem. My chipping was good and my putting improved after I got my 3 putt out of the way.
From the web site 'Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club offers one of the area’s most unique and memorable golf experiences on the Eastern Shore. Winding bent grass fairways lined with native wetland grasses drift into natural sand dunes. Impeccably groomed oversized greens and four strategically placed sets of tees beckon golfers of every skill level.'
Course Condition: The course was in great shape, a few minor dead patches of grass here and there on the edges of the fairways. The tee boxes were a little beat which is understandable considering it is the end of the season and on a holiday weekend, the fairways were in nice shape and the greens were in good shape but rolling a little slow.
Facilities: Really didn’t utilize the facilities this time around (no time), but usually the range is in good shape with lots of room for players to hit balls off of real grass, the chipping and putting greens are adjacent to the driving range.
Shot of the Day: Hole 2 on Kodiak, Par 4, 349 Yards. Hooked my drive into the rough about 130 yards from the green behind a large mound. Hit an 8 iron over the mound, over the pin to about 35’+/- behind the pin. Took a good look at the putt, hoping to lag it close and watched the ball track into the center of the cup for birdie.
Shot of the Day #2: Hole 1 on Black Bear, Par 4, 288 Yards. Hit my drive to the right on top of a low sloping hill in the first cut. Hit a 7 iron to the front of the green and watched the ball roll all the way to the back of the green. Again, took a good look at the 25’+/- putt, hoping to lag it close and watched the ball dive into the left side of the hole for my second birdie of the day. I should have gone home after that hole, next three holes: +2, +3, +2.
Suggestions and Comments: If you are playing here early, bring drinks and a snack, the refreshment cart was no where to be found, except when we were a hole from the clubhouse.
Golfnerdness: When golfing partners are hitting, watch their ball!
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7 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean View, DE 19970
Yards: 5817, Par 72 (Kodiak / Black Bear - Club Tees)
Course Architect: Rick Jacobson
Built/Open: 1999
Website: www.beartrapdunes.com
Score: 91 (45 out, 46 in)
Date: August 31, 2008
I played Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club over the holiday weekend without any type of practice in the last few weeks. Not expecting miracles, I shot a round of 91 on a beautiful sunny, calm breezy day. My driving was a little better on the front nine hitting 3 fairways but making the green in regulation on 5 holes, the back nine I hit 3 fairways but only 3 greens in regulation. My short game is still off since I tweaked my swing, I am hitting the ball further with my irons, as a result, I over shot a few greens, which is not usually a problem. My chipping was good and my putting improved after I got my 3 putt out of the way.
From the web site 'Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club offers one of the area’s most unique and memorable golf experiences on the Eastern Shore. Winding bent grass fairways lined with native wetland grasses drift into natural sand dunes. Impeccably groomed oversized greens and four strategically placed sets of tees beckon golfers of every skill level.'
Course Condition: The course was in great shape, a few minor dead patches of grass here and there on the edges of the fairways. The tee boxes were a little beat which is understandable considering it is the end of the season and on a holiday weekend, the fairways were in nice shape and the greens were in good shape but rolling a little slow.
Facilities: Really didn’t utilize the facilities this time around (no time), but usually the range is in good shape with lots of room for players to hit balls off of real grass, the chipping and putting greens are adjacent to the driving range.
Shot of the Day: Hole 2 on Kodiak, Par 4, 349 Yards. Hooked my drive into the rough about 130 yards from the green behind a large mound. Hit an 8 iron over the mound, over the pin to about 35’+/- behind the pin. Took a good look at the putt, hoping to lag it close and watched the ball track into the center of the cup for birdie.
Shot of the Day #2: Hole 1 on Black Bear, Par 4, 288 Yards. Hit my drive to the right on top of a low sloping hill in the first cut. Hit a 7 iron to the front of the green and watched the ball roll all the way to the back of the green. Again, took a good look at the 25’+/- putt, hoping to lag it close and watched the ball dive into the left side of the hole for my second birdie of the day. I should have gone home after that hole, next three holes: +2, +3, +2.
Suggestions and Comments: If you are playing here early, bring drinks and a snack, the refreshment cart was no where to be found, except when we were a hole from the clubhouse.
Golfnerdness: When golfing partners are hitting, watch their ball!
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Cape May County Junior Golf Foundation
Cape May County Junior Golf Foundation
www.juniorgolfers.net
Founded and run by John J. Petronis, Sr.
Cape May County Junior Golf Foundation
Western Jersey Jr. Classic
Golf Course: Buena Vista Country Club
Weather: Sunny & Hot W/ Slight Breeze ~ High 80's/Low 90's
Date: 8/28/2008
I had the opportunity to caddie for my 8 year old nephew at one of his Cape May County Junior Golf Foundation golf tournaments. He was playing Buena Vista Country Club in the 6 to 9 age group (5 Holes from 200 yards or less). It was a fun time watching him compete for points against the other children in his age group. During the round, I was giving him some direction, recommending clubs, but mostly letting him go out and have fun playing golf with his friends. On the second hole, he drove his ball into the woods, but had a clear view to the green over a huge sand hazard, and the ball was sitting in junk. He pulled out a 5 iron, I suggested a 7 iron, hit it high and get it over the hazard. He hit the 7 over the hazard and onto the fringe of the green, wow was I stressed. At the end of the golf tournament, he ended up tied for second and got 50 points for his effort. Since they only had first, second and third place awards, they needed to settle second and third place to give out the awards, it was settled with a chip off. My nephew ended up with the third place award. It was a fun outing and great for the kids, if your children are into golf, this is a great way to learn the game, rules and make new friends.
For all your local golf information, check out www.twooverpar.com!
www.juniorgolfers.net
Founded and run by John J. Petronis, Sr.
Cape May County Junior Golf Foundation
Western Jersey Jr. Classic
Golf Course: Buena Vista Country Club
Weather: Sunny & Hot W/ Slight Breeze ~ High 80's/Low 90's
Date: 8/28/2008
I had the opportunity to caddie for my 8 year old nephew at one of his Cape May County Junior Golf Foundation golf tournaments. He was playing Buena Vista Country Club in the 6 to 9 age group (5 Holes from 200 yards or less). It was a fun time watching him compete for points against the other children in his age group. During the round, I was giving him some direction, recommending clubs, but mostly letting him go out and have fun playing golf with his friends. On the second hole, he drove his ball into the woods, but had a clear view to the green over a huge sand hazard, and the ball was sitting in junk. He pulled out a 5 iron, I suggested a 7 iron, hit it high and get it over the hazard. He hit the 7 over the hazard and onto the fringe of the green, wow was I stressed. At the end of the golf tournament, he ended up tied for second and got 50 points for his effort. Since they only had first, second and third place awards, they needed to settle second and third place to give out the awards, it was settled with a chip off. My nephew ended up with the third place award. It was a fun outing and great for the kids, if your children are into golf, this is a great way to learn the game, rules and make new friends.
For all your local golf information, check out www.twooverpar.com!
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