Cybergolf Detroit
It all came together for journeyman Brian Bateman at last year's Buick Open. After opening with a 7-under 65, the 35-year-old from Monroe, La., avoided a four-man playoff by making clutch pars on the 70th and 71st holes before sinking a 12-foot birdie putt on the final hole to secure the victory. Prior to his breakthrough win at Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club in Brand Blanc, Mich., Bateman referred to himself as a "Q School veteran," having been there nearly 10 times. His win in the Buick helped fulfill a longtime dream of playing in the Masters, which he did for the first time in April. Full Story |
Scott Hebert of Traverse City, Mich., where the legendary Walter Hagen spent his final years, capped the 41st PGA Professional National Championship with a back- nine charge that the Haig would have applauded. The event was held in Lake Oconee, Ga. Full Story |
by Paul Albanese
In the previous journal entries, we've taken Sweetgrass Golf Club in Michigan's Upper Peninsula from the initial walk-through to early schematics and implementation of the master plan. Because this golf course and the neighboring Island Resort & Casino are both owned and operated by the Hannahville Indian Community - a band of the Potawatomi Nation - we've also incorporated aspects of their proud culture and tribal legends. It's been a very unique and interesting project from the beginning, and as we come out of winter, and head toward opening day, we are all excited at experiencing this landscape with a club and ball.
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