Newly renovated Bogey’s at The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa has been transformed into a contemporary sports bar with modern décor and menu to match. Despite finding fresh menu items like the mahi wrap, traditional clubhouse fare like nachos dubbed The Boulder Pile also are featured. Adorned with flat screen TVs tuned to the latest sporting events and a mix of comfy seating, Bogey’s makes for a great pit stop fresh off the course.
19th Hole in Phil's Grill
Phil’s Grill at Grayhawk Golf Club boasts an impressive collection of golf memorabilia lining the walls and a menu to make you drool. Named after legend Phil Mickelson, this clubhouse has palette-pleasers like baby back pork ribs smothered in prickly pear barbecue sauce and Southwestern chicken and pasta. The extensive wine list, choice of draft beers and selection of tequilas also makes this the perfect spot for happy hour, or as it’s known at Phil’s Grill, the emergency round.
The Grill, known for its serious steak and seafood menu, also has a VIP view of the infamous 18th green of TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course. The culinary team offers a menu loaded with the finest and freshest sustainable seafood from across the globe matched with dry-aged beef options for a nice mix of surf and turf. Ideal for both fine dining indoors or a casual drink on the patio after a round of golf, this 19th hole is a relaxing spot after a day on the green.
OB Sports-Managed Palm Valley Golf Club in Goodyear, AZ
The Desert Junior Golf Tour (DJGT), founded in the fall of 2002 by Dan and Camilla Plunkett, gives boys and girls between the ages of 8-19 the opportunity to compete in nationally ranked tournaments, showcase their talents and receive national recognition at a very reasonable cost. Tournaments are held at first-class, championship-caliber golf courses, organized and operated by professionally trained tournament staff. Originally an outlet for elite junior golfers to hone their competitive skills during the fall/winter off-season, the DJGT has now expanded in its ninth year to a year-round schedule.
The 2010-2011 season (consisting of 12 events: four Majors, seven Opens and a Tour Championship) also marks the first season that the tournament schedule will take players outside of Arizona to events in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Las Vegas, Nevada. The ideal climate of the desert Southwest attracts players from all over the United States as well as from Canada, Mexico and Switzerland. The goal of the tour is to provide resources for junior golfers to succeed at the highest level, on and off the golf course.
DJT PARTNERS WITH OB SPORTS
Golfer Trey Kaahanui
The Desert Junior Golf Tour has partnered with eight OB Sports-affiliated golf facilities to serve as the exclusive host to all 12 events on the tour’s 2010/2011 schedule of tournaments. The first event – held at Longbow Golf Club in Mesa, Arizona September 18 and 19 – is in the books with the champion, Trey Kaahanui, carding a 3-under-par 139 for the two-round tournament, besting the nearest competitor, Kolton Lapa, by three strokes.
“Developing junior golfers has always been one of the core values of our company,” said Phil Green, President of OB Sports Golf Management. “They’re the future of the game, plus golf teaches a host of character-building lessons that no other sport can. This is why we support a number of activities that help juniors grow within the game. In this particular case, we’re happy to provide the Desert Junior Golf Tour with spectacular venues for their tournaments. It’s a great fit for both of us.”
Schedule of events for the 2010-2011 season:
Longbow Open – September 18 &19 at Longbow Golf Club in Mesa, Arizona
High Country Shootout – October 23 & 24 at Talking Rock Golf Club in Prescott, Arizona
The Duke at Rancho El Dorado (Major event) – November 13 &14 at Duke at Rancho El Dorado in Maricopa, Arizona
Palm Valley Classic – December 18 & 19 at Palm Valley Golf Club in Goodyear, Arizona
Eagle Mountain Challenge – January 8 & 9, 2011 at Eagle Mountain Golf Club in Fountain Hills, Arizona
Mid Season Major – February 12 & 13 at Club West Golf Club in Phoenix, Arizona
Sandia Open – March 19 & 20 at Sandia Golf Club in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Longbow Open (Major) – April 9 & 10 at Longbow Golf Club in Mesa, Arizona
Angel Park Championship – May 21 & 22 at Angel Park Golf Club in Las Vegas, Nevada
Talking Rock Open (Major) – June 18 & 19 at Talking Rock Golf Club in Prescott, Arizona
Palm Valley Summer Classic – July 23 & 24 at Palm Valley Golf Club in Goodyear, Arizona
Tour Championship – August 1 & 2 location TBD
The Desert Junior Golf Tour provides an excellent adventure in a very competitive environment for serious junior golfers, not to mention it’s a great way to experience great golf in Arizona. For more information about the Desert Junior Golf Tour, visit www.desertjrtour.com or send an email to info@desertjrtour.com.
OB Sports-managed Eagle Mountain Golf Club recently announced the continuation of its popular advanced booking tee time offer for 2011 that provides substantial savings to golfers who make their reservations early. “It’s similar to airline models where you get a lower fare when you book in advance,” said Jeremy Hayman, Head Golf Professional. “But, in our case, golfers only need to book at least 8 days in advance on our official website to take advantage of significant savings – as much as $120 per foursome.”
Eagle Mountain #4
Eagle Mountain Golf Club is perched high above Scottsdale, Arizona in the city’s iconic McDowell Mountains. The 18-hole, par 71, Scott Miller-designed golf course weaves its way around mountain peaks and through desert arroyos loaded with Mesquites, Palo Verdes and Saguaros making Eagle Mountain the quintessential Sonoran Desert track with a bit more character than most. The views from the course are stunning, which is one of the reasons the course has received accolades both locally and nationally, including 4.5 stars from Golf Digest and one of the “Top 50 Public Courses in the Country” from Golf World.
Eagle Mountain Golf Club also offers a “Best Rate Guarantee” when you book directly through its website. So whether you can plan in advance and take advantage of early booking savings or need a last minute tee time, your best value will come when you go direct. Visit www.eaglemtn.com or call (480) 816-1234.
If you’re looking for authentic Mexican cuisine during your Tucson golf trip, you’ll find it at Café Poca Cosa. Located in downtown Tucson, this casual, cozy bistro is lively and unique.
Suzanna Davila, a native of Guaymas, Sonora, puts her heart and soul into her business. Suzanna uses authentic regional flavors and the freshest ingredients, purchased daily, to provide a compelling and delicious take on the cuisine of her native land.
Café Poca Cosa does not have a set menu, rather it changes twice daily. You’ll learn of the days offer from the chalkboard, which their servers pass from table to table. We’ve had the pleasure of partaking in the Café Poca Cosa dining experience and it has been terrific. An added touch is the personal visits Suzanna makes to each customer during the meal. She is really passionate about her cuisine.
Café Poca Cosa is located at 110 East Pennington in Tucson. They serve lunch and dinner Tuesday – Thursday from 11am to 9pm and on Friday and Saturday from 11am to 10pm. It’s one of Tucson’s most popular restaurants so call ahead (520.622.6400) and reserve your spot. And you can learn more at www.cafepocacosatucson.com
When we locals refer to Northern Arizona, we’re talking about Prescott, Sedona and Flagstaff, the parts of our State that actually experience all four seasons. Traveling to northern Arizona means you’ll leave the 60 foot saguaros of the desert for 60 foot ponderosa pines of the mountains. It is a very different experience than the desert in Central and Southern Arizona.
Prescott and Sedona offer a break from desert golf. It’s about a 90 minute drive from Phoenix/Scottsdale so you can go up and back in one day. But if you want to extend your stay, there are plenty of places to rest and relax.
PRESCOTT
This town was the original state capital of Arizona and is a favorite for summer homes of Phoenix locals. It has a charming downtown area and the famous Whiskey Row, featuring some of the coolest watering holes around.
Downtown Prescott is charming and home to the St. Michael and Hassayampa Inn, our recommendations for overnight stays. The Hassayampa Inn is reported to be haunted by a ghost named Faith, who checked in for her honeymoon in 1927. Her husband left to buy a pack of cigarettes and never came back. Faith was so distraught she hung herself, but her spirit lives and has been seen many times at the hotel.
There are also a collection of chain hotels in Prescott so whether you choose this option or those listed above, they will all be a short drive from Antelope Hills, the local muni featuring 36 holes.
Prescott Valley, just east of Prescott also has a collection of national chain hotels. This option will put you closer to Stone Ridge, the Hassayampa Golf Club and Prescott Lakes.
SEDONA
Sedona is famous for two things – the Red Rocks and its vortexes. If you’re a spiritual kind of person, you will no doubt feel the highly concentrated energies of the town. The red-rock monoliths, named Coffeepot, Cathedral and Thunder Mountain are stunning and worth a drive just to see them.
The must-play gem in town is Sedona Golf Resort and definitely worth the 90 minute drive from Phoenix. It is literally across the street from the Hilton Sedona Resort so if you decide to stay, this is a good choice. The 10th hole is one of the most visually stunning spots on the planet, like the 3rd at Mauna Kea or the 18th at Pebble Beach, that those who don’t play golf never get to see.
Sedona also has incredible 5-star resorts including L’Auberge de Sedona, Los Abrigados Resort, Sedona Rouge and El Portal. All offer luxury accommodations in tranquil settings plus amenities that will definitely leave you feeling pampered.
The town isn’t that big, so just about any choice you make will put you with 15-20 minutes of Seven Canyons, a private facility with limited public play, Oak Creek Country Club and Verde Santa Fe.
FLAGSTAFF
Flagstaff is home to the 14,000 foot high San Francisco Peaks so attracts skiers, hikers, bikers and fitness buffs and lots of snow in the winter. But it’s a great getaway during the hot summer months if you happen to have friends who belong to one of the four private clubs in the area, Forest Highlands, Aspen Valley Golf Club, Pine Canyon and Flagstaff Ranch.
Flag, as we call it, it a great place to stop if you’re on a family vacation headed to the Grand Canyon. The most recommended place to stay is Little America which is the only resort in town. Should time permit, Little America will also put you close to Continental Country Club, the only public golf course in town.
If you’re an explorer, you can see the beauty and diversity Arizona offers with a 1 or 2 day trip to Northern Arizona. Be sure to take the drive between Sedona and Flagstaff on Route 89 through Oak Creek Canyon, it’s stunning.
You’re thinking about a golf trip to Arizona, good choice. As traveling golfers, we know firsthand that once you decide where to play, you have to decide where to stay. So we’ve tried to take the mystery out of this step for you.
The Valley of the Sun is what we locals call the Phoenix metro area. It includes Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale, Fountain Hills, Carefree, Cave Creek, Chandler and several others. Here’s the inside scoop on Tempe, Chandler and Mesa.
TEMPE
If a college-town atmosphere is what you want for your stay, then Tempe is the place for you. Tempe is home to Arizona State University and major outdoor attraction Tempe Town Lake. Truth be told, Tempe is the place to be if you are into Iron Man competitions, marathons and festivals. But it’s also home to ASU Karsten, Ken McDonald, Shalimar, Rolling Hills, Pepperwood and Rio Salado golf courses. It’s also very close to Papago Golf Club. Excluding ASU Karsten and Papago, golf in Tempe is all about local, low cost golf. The City has more than 30 rooming options, most of which are limited service chain hotels, which do a great job. The Sheraton Mission Palms is more up-scale and located right in the heart of downtown Tempe. For a resort experience, check out The Buttes, a Marriott property located about 10 minutes from downtown.
CHANDLER
Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino
We call this section Chandler, but it really encompasses Chandler, Gilbert and Maricopa and a host of golf and hotel choices. Sheraton Wildhorse Pass, a full service resort and casino, is our recommended home-base for southeast Valley golf. It is a full-service property and features the two Whirlwind golf courses on property. The resort is just a short drive away from Southern Dunes and Ocotillo, two great options and very different experiences.
The San Marcos hotel, built in 1912, is home to one of the oldest 18-hole facilities in the State. A totally different experience from Wildhorse Pass, this quaint, historic property is located in the heart of old-town Chandler.
Not looking for a resort in Chandler? No worries, there is a plethora of smaller chain hotels located all around the City, providing easy access of Bear Creek, Lone Tree, Springfield and Ironwood golf courses.
MESA/APACHE JUNCTION
Mesa boasts over 60 hotels/motels and RV parks, many of which fall under the Comfort Inn, Best Western, Ramada and Courtyard flags. They provide a clean and comfortable place to rest after your round and will put you in the heart of what we call Wrigley West – the Chicago Cubs spring training stadium. The premiere facility in Mesa is Arizona Golf Resort, featuring an 18-hole track on property.
Just down the road a piece, you’ll find Gold Canyon Ranch, a full service resort, nestled at the base of the Superstition Mountains. The resort offers a range of accommodations including villas, casitas and suites. Once you arrive, you really don’t have to leave as the resort has everything you’ll need on site, including the Dinosaur and Sidewinder golf courses, full spa, restaurants and first-rate service.
Plan to stay in Mesa if your choice for golf includes Superstition Mountain, Superstition Springs, Augusta Ranch, LongBow, Las Sendas, Mountain Brook and Dobson Ranch. Your drive won’t be longer than 15-20 minutes to any of these options.
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You’re thinking about a golf trip to Arizona, good choice. As traveling golfers, we know firsthand that once you decide where to play, you have to decide where to stay. So we’ve tried to take the mystery out of this step for you.
We classify Southern Arizona as Casa Grande south. This area includes Tucson, Green Valley, Tubac and Rio Rico. Like the Phoenix metro area, all towns are within close proximity to each other, with your longest drive being from Tucson to Rio Rico, about 40 minutes. This area of the State provides a little cooler weather all year and a much slower-paced atmosphere. But like its big sister, it provides just about any type of golf experience you desire, from great resort courses to challenging municipal options and everything in between.
CASA GRANDE
Casa Grande, located half-way between Phoenix and Tucson, is home to 40,000 residents and one of the longest golf courses in Arizona, a 7,400 layout boasting 15,000 mature trees. It’s worth the 45-minute drive from Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix to stay at the Francisco Grande Resort for a night or two. This historic property was originally built to serve as Horace Stoneham’s San Francisco Giants Spring Training Complex and offers a comfortable stay, good food and a great golf experience.
TUCSON
A visit to Tucson, Arizona’s second largest city, will provide a very different experience from its big sister to the north. Tucson is much more laid-back, rustic and charming. It’s proximity to the Mexico border brings a wonderful influence to its architecture and cuisine. The Tucson area has a plethora of golf resorts, including Hilton Tucson El Conquistador (45 holes), Loew’s Ventana Canyon Resort (36 holes), Omni Tucson National (18 holes), Westin La Paloma (27 holes) and the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain (18 holes), which are all located in the north section of town. JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort (27 holes) is closer to downtown, while Tubac Resort (27 holes) and Esplendor Resort (18 holes) require a longer drive as they are located south of the City. All of these properties are within 20 minutes or less of each other, so you can pick your spot and enjoy them all.
In addition to the resort experience, Tucson offers every other type and variety of accommodations, from national chains, motels and B&Bs to guest ranches and extended-stay facilities. If you pick on in the downtown area, you’ll be close to great muni options including Dell Urich, El-Rio Trini Alavarez and Fred Enke.
GREEN VALLEY
Just east of Tucson is Green Valley, a community nestled at the base of the majestic Santa Rita Mountain Range in southern Arizona’s beautiful Santa Cruz Valley. Known as one of the country’s best places to retire, Green Valley sits at a high desert elevation of 2,900 feet, so the climate is cooler than Phoenix or Tucson.
Lodging options include the Inn at San Ignacio and Wyndham Canoa Ranch Resort, both of which have golf on property. The town also has a Best Western and Comfort Inn. All provide easy access of many golf options, including Canoa Hills, Torres Blancas, Haven and San Ignacio (public tracks) and Quail Creek, Desert Hills, CC of Green Valley, Canoa Ranch Golf Club (private facilities).
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You’re thinking about a golf trip to Arizona, good choice. As traveling golfers, we know firsthand that once you decide where to play, you have to decide where to stay. So we’ve tried to take the mystery out of this step for you.
The Valley of the Sun is what we locals call the Phoenix metro area. It includes Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale, Fountain Hills, Carefree, Cave Creek, Chandler and several others. The entire Valley is approximately 75 miles wide by 45 miles deep. Since we figure you probably don’t want to spend your vacation time driving all across town, we want to help narrow your focus and pick a spot providing convenient access to the courses you choose. So, here’s the inside scoop on Phoenix and Scottsdale choices.
PHOENIX
Phoenix, the mega-metropolis of the Valley, is our State’s big city. It is home to the Arizona Biltmore and JW Marriott Resort & Spa, both have 36 holes on property. The Biltmore is in the heart of Central Phoenix; the JW Marriott is in North Phoenix and much closer to tracts like Grayhawk, Troon , The Boulders and Legend Trail Golf Club. Both have lots of shopping and dining adjacent to the properties.
Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak
If you are a Hilton resort fan, you’ll want to check out the Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak or its sister property, the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs. The “Tap” has a more north Phoenix location and an 18-hole course on property. The Squaw Peak property is located in mid-town, but provides easy access to the freeway, making for short drive to lots of great golf options.
The Legacy and Arizona Grand are located in the Southeast area of Phoenix and are close to Sky Harbor International Airport. Both resorts have golf on property and are very close to the Raven at South Mountain, Papago and Whirlwind golf courses.
The Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondback arenas are located in the heart of Phoenix downtown. If taking in a game or two is part of the plan, then you may opt for the urban experience provided with a stay at the downtown Sheraton or Hyatt. The closest courses to this location are the Raven at South Mountain, Papago, Encanto and the Biltmore, all about 20 minutes away.
SCOTTSDALE
No matter what anyone else says, Scottsdale is definitely the heart of golf in the Phoenix Metro area. All major hotel chains have a presence in Scottsdale so the options run the gamut from familiar limited service national flags to 5-star resorts.
Meridian CondoResorts
There are two properties in Scottsdale who have well-earned golf-centric reputations, XONA Resorts and Meridian CondoResorts. Both are located in North Scottsdale and are close to TPC Scottsdale, Grayhawk, Troon North and a host of the other golf courses. They are also right around the corner from restaurants and shopping. XONA offers 1, 2 and 4-bedroom suites on a full resort campus, while Meridian features oversize condominiums complete with a wide array of resort-style amenities. When you phone either company, you’ll talk with an experienced golf vacation planner who will help you with course selections, book your rounds and your rooms.
Should a 5-star resort experience be your desire, the City is home to Fairmont Scottsdale, the Four Seasons, Westin Kierland Resort & Spa and the Phoenician. All either have golf on property or adjacent to it. Plus they are within a 30-minute drive to all the best tracks in town.
Feeling like you want to hang where the young-guns lay their heads? Then we’d suggest the W or Hotel Valley Ho in downtown Scottsdale. Staying at either of these two hotels will put you in the heart of the trendy bar/restaurant district and a 15-minute drive away from Talking Stick, ASU Karsten and McCormick Ranch golf clubs.
If the combination of gaming and a brand new hotel is what you want, then Talking Stick Resort is the place. This 400+ room resort offers all the usual amenities like spa and dining, then throws in casino gaming as well. Talking Stick North and South golf courses are on property, so if you want to park in one place and not venture beyond the resort borders, this is a good choice. Baseball fans will like this choice as well since the new home of the Diamondbacks and Rockies are just across the 101 freeway (about two miles away).
For those out there who are gonna cash in some of those reward points on a no-frills place to sleep, shower and go, you won’t have a problem finding a spot in Scottsdale. Marriott, Hyatt, Holiday Inn, Best Western and Comfort Inn are just a few of the options that come to mind. They are located all across the City so you won’t have a problem finding one that is convenient to your desired home base.
PARADISE VALLEY
Nestled between Phoenix and Scottsdale is Paradise Valley, one of the most affluent burbs in the State. This town features two fabulous resorts – JW Marriott’s Camelback Inn and the Intercontinental Montelucia Resort. Both offer a complete resort experience. Camelback Inn features two resort golf courses on property. In our opinion, Padre should be your first choice, although Indian Bend won’t disappoint. Montelucia has has partnered with four golf properties providing their guests with priority tee times and the best pricing options available.
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There are many things unique about Derek Crawford. He is a third generation Arizonan. He is an identical twin. He can’t talk about himself without talking about his brother. He played catch with Willie Mays. He believes you must treat people right. And he is the first Arizona Golf Authority Golf Star.
Derek grew up in the Encanto neighborhood in Phoenix. His parents were not golfers. He and brother Daryl loved sports. They hung with their best friend Vince who played golf. Daryl and Derek played baseball, but they wanted to hang with Vince so they took up golf.
Derek was immediately hooked on golf. He, Daryl and Vince cut their teeth at Encanto Golf Club, a Phoenix muni course right down the street. “In those days, we had to bring our own balls to the range. You’d hit them and then shag them,” said Derek. The 10th hole was across the street from the golf shop and the staff couldn’t see the tee, needless to say they knew the back nine like the back of their hand!
School provided another opportunity for Derek to test his skills. Both he and Daryl played on the St. Mary’s High School golf team, and then went on to Phoenix College and ASU. Being part of the ASU team meant Derek received their maroon and gold golf bag with ASU bright letters, which he thought cool to be seen carrying at the golf course.
The Golf Business Calls
“After college, Crawford knew he wanted to be in the golf business, something for which he feels incredibly fortunate to know at an early age. “I see so many kids today starting or graduating from college who have no idea what they want to do,” commented Crawford. “I was lucky because I knew right away.”
Derek’s pursuit of a career in golf began in 1980 with a 7-year stint at Orange Tree Golf Club in Scottsdale, starting out in the bag room. “At that time in the golf industry, you started in outside service and then worked your way up to become an assistant professional and get inside the shop,” stated Derek. Daryl worked at the course too, which created some interesting stories. “I would go out to a car to get a players bag and put it on a golf car, then the guy would go inside the shop and be confused,” Derek told us. “Standing behind the desk was the guy he just saw outside, but now he was wearing a different shirt. The funny thing is that Daryl was tipped a lot for the work I did.”
After a 2-year stint under Paul Purtzer at Hyatt Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale as the head golf professional, Derek received a call from PING to be a their US TOUR rep. Derek jumped at the chance and spent the next five years on the road.
Derek stayed with PING until 1995, leaving to get back in the golf shop with stops at ASU Karsten in Tempe and its sister course, StoneCreek in Phoenix. Fast forward to 2001 and a call from OB Sports executive Phil Green. The call came with an invitation to visit a new course being designed in Fountain Hills. “When I met with Phil, the course didn’t even have a name yet,” stated Crawford. “I thought it was really something special. Phil told me there was no title for my role, but what he wanted me to do was network, capture business and then make sure our customers were treated right so they would come back.”
It’s All About The Customer
“Dick Hyland (longtime Arizona golf professional) used to tell his staff that the customer deserves your very best every day and I believe that,” commented Derek. “He is absolutely correct as I really believe customer service is a lost art. I think it is simple, yet not easy.
“We-Ko-Pa could not have opened at a more challenging time (December 2001), so we knew we had to set a different standard for customer service,” commented Crawford. “From the beginning, we tried to do things differently. We set a fair price for golf, not an inexpensive one, but a fair one. We offered Arizona residents a local play rate and most important, we hired people who understood our service would determine whether our customers would not only come back, but tell their friends about us.”
“No matter what the cost of a round of golf, it is money out of the customer’s pocket so paying attention will be the difference between a good and bad experience,” said Derek. “I like to use the example of seeing a guest with his hands full, it’s not hard to get over there, smile and open the door for him so he doesn’t have to struggle. We ask all our employees to engage with our customers, asking about their round, thanking them for playing We-Ko-Pa and inviting them back. In a world that seems to be less civil every day, I really believe little things make a big impact.”
We checked in with the dean of golf and customer service, Jim Saunders, who for years made sure everything was just right at Desert Highlands and later at Whisper Rock Golf Club.
Jim, who now looks after the Nanẻa Golf Club for founders George Roberts and Charles Schwab on the big island of Hawaii, came right to the point. “Derek surrounds himself with a team who believe, and act, as he does” stated Saunders. “Whatever they can do to enhance the guest’s experience today, they do. Because they want to, not because they have to.”
In a world where the mantra seems to be “customer non-service”, it’s refreshing to know there are still people out there like Derek Crawford who get it. That is what makes him our very first Arizona Golf Authority Golf Star.
Editor’s Note: It was announced on December 1 that Derek Crawford has left
We-Ko-Pa to join Jeff Lessig at SunRidge Canyon Golf Club. To read more about the changes at SunRidge Canyon, click here.
