STROKE OF THE DAY |
"Mulligan: invented by an Irishman who wanted to hit one more 20-yard grounder." |
-Jim Bishop |
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Altadena Golf CourseAltadena (626) 797-3821 • dcgolf.info Located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, the nine-hole Altadena Golf Course offers a challenge for players of all levels. This year Altadena’s management team at DC Golf has recommitted itself to extend service tailored to each golfer. Its goal is to be the premier nine-hole course in the area by offering exceptional service at an exceptional price. California Country ClubWhittier (626) 333-4571 • golfccc.com California Country Club is a traditional, tree-lined William F. Bell design with a location that’s both scenic and convenient. Right now, a two-year full membership is available for $2,000 with monthly dues starting at $335. A five-year weekday membership is $1,950 with monthly dues starting at $235. Eaton Canyon Golf CoursePasadena (626) 794-6773 • dcgolf.info DC Golf-managed Eaton Canyon Golf Course recently added assistant PGA professional Mike Wysowski to its teaching staff. Wysowski, who’s worked at Bel-Air, Riviera and Oakmont country clubs, has extensive experience in managing top courses. Eaton Canyon features a slightly more challenging layout than sister course Altadena with its tight, tree-lined fairways. Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms ResortCity of Industry (626) 810-4653 • ihgolfclub.com Industry Hills offers 36 holes of championship golf, new practice facilities and expanded resort amenities. The 650-acre facility also recently launched its Junior Performance Institute, where young golfers can develop their athletic skills and sharpen their game through a program developed with the Titleist Performance Institute. The 16-week program is offered three times a year. Lost Canyons Golf ClubSimi Valley (805) 522-4653 • lostcanyons.com The 36-hole facility, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, has lowered its rate structure in recognition of the milestone. Weekdays green fees with cart at either the Sky or Shadow course are $70, with a rate of $55 Monday-Thursday for seniors, active military, peace officers and firefighters. Visit the website to sign up for e-mail blasts featuring special anniversary rates, course contests and other promotions. Royal Vista Golf ClubWalnut (909) 595-7441 • larv.com With competitive rates and its 27-hole venue in top condition, Royal Vista is a great place to hold a tournament or banquet. Rack up points and earn significant savings like a free round of golf or two months of unlimited free golf with the RoyalTEE membership card. Also, join Royal Vista’s e-mail club and receive alerts to Black Friday savings in the pro shop or Comeback Specials that offer reduced weekday green fees. Also, start the new year with 2-for-1 golf lessons with PGA apprentice Yumi Chung. Call the pro shop for more information. Sterling Hills Golf ClubCamarillo (805) 604-1234 • sterlinghillsgolf.com The layout at Sterling Hills offers a scenic background amid avocado and citrus groves. The club is currently offering a monthly winter package through March. For $75, golfers can pay $13 for green fees after 11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday, receive 10 percent off golf shop merchandise and book tee times seven days in advance. Sterling Hills also has new carts equipped with GPS systems and a loyalty membership program that goes down in cost every year. Trump National Golf ClubLos Angeles (310) 303-3240 • trumpnationallosangeles.com Trump National’s coastal locale and pristine greens make it one of the top venues in the Southland. Under the leadership of Kristopher Brown, the club’s golf academy offers tailored instruction through single lessons or complete performance plans that focus on the mechanical, mental, physical and nutritional principles of the game. Call the pro shop for more information on annual practice plans and discounts on performance plans. |
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