Bandon Trails: Golf’s Greatest Hike

This Coore/Crenshaw marvel is the only inland course at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, an epic journey through nature complete with compelling architecture.

Brian’s 2022 Season in Review: The Search for the Great Golf Course

This year, my journey into the world of golf writing has taken me to compelling venues across the state and country, where I saw firsthand what makes a golf course great.

Sheep Ranch: Bandon’s Best-Kept Secret, No Longer

Sheep Ranch, the newest course at Bandon Dunes, is a cliff-hanging adventure packed with amazing views that adds to the legend of the world's greatest golf destination.

Bandon Dunes Golf Resort: A Golfer’s Dream Come True

My first trip to Bandon Dunes confirmed what I had heard all along - that it is among the very best places for golf on the planet. By Brian Murphy.

America’s Best On-Site Non-Course Golf Facilities

An exciting recent trend for golf resorts, non-course golfing facilities give players fun options when they're off the tee sheet.

Putting courses, short courses, golf simulators and even "H-O-R-S-E" courses add great value and awesome opportunities for bonding on golf trips.

2016 Wisconsin vs. Illinois Writers Cup at Sand Valley Golf Resort

Following a tour of the front nine at last year's Sand Valley media day, a reference to the Wisconsin vs. Illinois Writers Cup was made to which Mike Keiser, Jr. immediately replied: "Can we host next year's event here!?" The Writers Cup alternates between Wisconsin and Illinois courses each year, with last year's event played at … Continue reading 2016 Wisconsin vs. Illinois Writers Cup at Sand Valley Golf Resort

2015 Golf Season in Review

My 2015 Golf Season in Review, including my favorite courses, best and most challenging holes and brief summary.