Two new Southwestern courses, “The Max” in Laredo, Texas and Rockwind Community Links in Hobbs, N.M., are changing the image of what municipals “should” look like—and the roles they can play in the business.
Growing New Roots
It was encouraging to see how the city officials behind the ambitious new municipal golf course properties in Laredo, Texas and Hobbs, N.M., have found a way to see a bigger picture.
Recipients Named in 2015 ASGCA Design Excellence Recognition Program
The American Society of Golf Course Architects Design Excellence Recognition Program has recognized nine courses in the U.S. that have successfully addressed unique design challenges.
Rockwind Community Links to Debut in May
The 27-hole municipal golf facility in Hobbs, N.M., will include a championship 18-hole course, a nine-hole course, a practice facility, a short game practice area, and a full-service clubhouse.
Staples Golf Launches “Community Links”
The project in Hobbs, N.M., named Ocotillo Park Community Links, seeks to attract beginners to golf by redesigning the existing 18-hole golf course and incorporating family tees, expanding the practice facility, and adding a 9-hole executive course with a SNAG facility. This will be the first implementation of the concept, launched by Andy Staples, owner of Staples Golf Resource Group.