Golfing in the wind

Playing college golf in both Scotland and central Texas, I’ve had my fair share of windy rounds. I once recall playing the 215 yard 12th hole at Gullane No. 2, a downhill par 3 along the Firth of Forth, in such a strong headwind that I needed a driver and then a 5-iron to reach the green. Needless to say,…

Which one first, Ireland or Scotland?

Most groups who have never made the journey opt for Scotland first time around.  This is probably due to the allure and mystique of the Old Course at St Andrews.  In addition, it has other high profile Open Championship venues that can be played, and which make possible a dazzling itinerary of courses that will be seen on television for…

Playing Muirfield

I had the good fortune of playing in a social match against Muirfield’s membership as a part of the University of Edinburgh’s club team during my university days. From the moment you embark on the quarter-mile long drive to the no-frills (at least by American standards) clubhouse, it is clear that that day’s experience will be like no other. A…

Unraveling the Mystery – How to get on the St Andrews Old Course?!

In General The St Andrews Old Course is a municipal course, as are two other outstanding links in town, the New Course and the Jubilee Course. A fourth tournament caliber course, the Castle Course, opened in June of 2008. Demand to play the Old Course far exceeds the number of times available, so if you’re looking to play there –…