(Woodland Hills CC)
The Refuge, a daily-fee/resort course in Flowood, Miss. that is in the final phase of a three-year renovation and development project, will be managed by Honours Golf when it is scheduled to reopen for play this fall. Woodland Hills CC will be managed by Troon Privé for golf, club and food-and-beverage operations, as well as course agronomy and membership marketing.
The Refuge Golf Course, a daily-fee/resort course located in Flowood, Miss., has selected Honours Golf®, a division of Troon®, to manage the property. The Refuge is currently in the final phase of a three-year renovation and development project and is expected to reopen for play this fall.
The Refuge originally opened for play in 1998 and quickly gained acclaim as one of the top public golf courses in the state. The golf course was closed for a complete renovation in 2018 and has remained closed since that time. Work on the new Sheraton at The Refuge resort and conference center and a new golf operations building is expected to be completed this fall.
Roy Case designed the original 7,000-yard layout, while golf course architect Nathan Crace oversaw the recent 18-hole course renovation, which included a new irrigation system, tree removal, new cart paths and re-grassing. The golf course is routed through stands of towering pines and centuries-old oaks, while preserving the natural habitat and wildlife found throughout the property.
Located adjacent to the golf course, the 10-story, 200-room Sheraton at The Refuge will feature multiple dining options, a med spa, cooking school, roof top bar, resort pool, lazy river, and a 54,000 square-foot conference center. Golf operations, including a pro shop and 19th hole food and beverage venue, will be located in the resort’s southwest corner.
“We’re thrilled to partner with the number one golf course management company and utilize their expertise in agronomy, course management and marketing,” said Flowood Mayor Gary Rhoads. “The newly renovated golf course and beautiful resort will be outstanding amenities for residents and visitors to our city.”
“The Refuge is an exciting operation for our Honours Golf team,” said Matt Hurley, president, Honours Golf. “Our agronomy experts are already in place prepping the golf course for its opening, while associates charged with golf operations, merchandising and marketing are all eager to get started.”
Woodland Hills (Calif.) CC has selected Troon Privé, the private club operating division of Troon, to oversee golf, club and food-and-beverage operations, as well golf course agronomy and membership marketing.
Located in the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains in the west San Fernando Valley, Woodland Hills Country Club is located minutes from Los Angeles, northern Los Angeles County and east Ventura County. With a rich history dating back to 1925, Woodland Hills features a William “Billy” Bell Sr.-designed golf course.
The par-70 layout is known for quick rounds; fast greens; narrow, oak tree-lined fairways; and for being fun and easy to walk. The course has hosted several regional and USGA sectional tournaments, including the Western Regional for the USGA Mid-Amateur Championship, qualifying for the USGA Junior Amateur Championship and qualifying for the California State Senior Amateur Championship.
In addition to golf, Woodland Hills Country Club also includes a 28,000 square-foot clubhouse with a main dining room, multiple event spaces, men’s and ladies locker rooms and a golf shop. Additional member amenities include a new fitness center, massage room, indoor golf hitting bays and a kids club.
Woodland Hills has a culture rooted in the music industry with many members still actively involved and regularly contributing the club’s member concert series.
“Troon is a recognized leader in club operations, agronomy and marketing,” said Woodland Hills Country Club Owner Ryan Ogulnick. “Troon will undoubtedly help us improve our overall club experience, while offering additional benefits to our members such as the Troon Privé Privileges program, which provides members with access to other fine private clubs in the Troon Privé portfolio.”
“Woodland Hills is a classic golf club with a historic, fun to play course and a membership that is passionate about the game,” said Rob DeMore, president, Troon Privé. “We are honored to be working with the members and ownership and look forward to enhancing an already incredible property.”
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