Friday, April 22, 2011

Playing Golf Courses In San Jose

By Mercedes Miles


Awesome golf courses in San Jose is in the eye of the beholder. What some golfers consider good, another golfer may not even take into consideration. There are a few key items to think about when ranking a course against other courses.

The uniqueness of a course is a plus. Holes should require some use of strategy, otherwise it becomes boring. A long, straight hole is not necessarily challenging. Each hole should work a different part of golfing. One may have a difficult pin placement, while another could sport an island green. Every hole doesn't need to be impossible, that would discourage golfers from even trying.

A course needs to be well maintained, but it should make use of the natural terrain. Save the environment by minimizing the destruction of the natural terrain and not tearing down too many trees. Another positive note for some courses is having the history of the course documented along the path. This creates interest in the area and the course.

Some golfers hold a lot of stock in the world ranking of a course. If the rankings do not include the opinion of the average golfer, then it doesn't hold much stock. If only elite professional golfers and their sponsors rank the course, that doesn't really mean much except that they have the money to advertise more. The only thing a world ranking can guarantee is a higher price to play.

The location and scenery can add greatly to the course. The natural beauty surrounding a golf course can make or break a course. Imagine seeing a beautiful coastal sunset, or snow tipped mountains along the maze of holes.

Things that are black marks against a course could include the number of homes lining the holes. Another unnecessary aspect is a course with too many tricky holes. One signature hole is memorable, but too many hard holes can discourage golfers. Golfers also don't like too many water hazards.

A good clubhouse and excellent staff service is desired by all golfers. Golfing is not an inexpensive sport, and golfers want to know that they are appreciated. A run down clubhouse is a real let down after a good round of golf. Staff should also be knowledgeable of the course.

Finding awesome golf courses in San Jose is up to each golfer. Each golfer bases their ranking of a course based on different criteria. Where a great clubhouse is necessary to some people, others only want a nice course with good greens. However they are ranked, golfers love to play on a good course.

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