The only course that will remain difficult under all conditions will be one that is designed and kept for golf of a stereotyped, monotonous character, and this makes a most uninteresting proposition. BOBBY JONES
Available via Amazon (US): Golf Architecture For Normal People
Barnes And Noble (online and in stores)
Bookshop.org option to support local independent bookstores.
Reviews:
"Golf Architecture for Normal People . . . should be required reading for those who are not ashamed to admit they know little about the subject, and for those who think they do . . . . Golf course architecture geeks have trouble slimming their thoughts down to bite-sized chunks, but Shackelford has achieved a remarkable success here." —Independent (Ireland)
"From the relative newcomer who’s slowly getting hooked to those that have played the game for most of their lives and think they know a thing or two, Golf Architecture for Normal People provides a solid and sober perspective that will help everyone recognize why some golf courses are worth playing more than once while a single trip around others is all you’re ever likely to want or need." —Links Magazine.
“It’s a wonderful book. An easy read that arrives just in time for your summer reading list. If you’ve never thought about how an appreciation for course design could heighten your enjoyment of the game, you must check this out.”—The Peterborough Examiner
"As in his prior publications, in his newest book Shackelford shows a deep appreciation for what can be done to create a golf course that appeals to the broadest possible golfing audience…Shackelford’s prose is succinct, often witty, and accessible."—Cape Gazette
"Author, blogger and golf architecture expert Geoff Shackelford, who helped Gil Hanse design Rustic Canyon and restore 2023 U.S. Open host Los Angeles Country Club, taps into his passion by creating a guide that helps every golfer understand the nuances of course design. Published by Tatra Press, the 164-page hardcover book is a must-read for every golfer to better understand the game they love." —Golf Pass
"Shackelford provides an informative picture [and]...sprinkles in history lessons about those who planted the game's architectural roots, defines common terms and helps you hone your eyes when it comes to identifying some of the tricks of the trade."—FORE Magazine
"This new book does a great job demystifying golf course design ideas for average players, but can also be a beneficial read fro PGA Professionals and other golf course employees to get a better understanding of their home courses." —PGA Magazine
LA North: The First And Second Holes
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This one is for the most devoted Quadrilateral subscribers, but there is still time to sign up to read about these two and the rest of this amazing George Thomas and Billy Bell redesign.
George Thomas, Billy Bell And L.A. North
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This is the first of several looks at Los Angeles Country Club’s North Course as we begin the march to June.
Discussing Donald Ross With Brad Becken
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Major(s) News & Notes, December 8th, 2022
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Another busy week in the world of golf surrounding the majors.
As always, you can subscribe here and read more about The Quadrilateral. It’s going to be a big 2023 so make sure to sign up and join as a paid subscriber for some serious, big time, I can’t wait exclusives!
Major(s) News & Notes, November 24rd, 2022
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This week the year-end OWGR state of play comes into focus, Augusta National's new 13th tee is in play, Bryson DeChambeau's (not) stunning diet reveal, the Open qualifying series features a new twist and a bunch of Reads.
Prestwick Goes Back To 12-Holes
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Prestwick is one swell club. Besides being so welcoming and protecting so much early golf history in its archives, they went above and beyond to show off the course that launched The Open Championship and professional golf.
Major(s) News & Notes, October 13, 2022
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The latest rankings wrangling as a big week for Saudi Arabian golf beckons.
Plus, Sergio's Ryder Cup streak will end, first looks at PGA Frisco, EA Sports's new major-supported game, and a bunch of Reads.
Urgent Care Needed For Golf's Sacred Sites; East Lothian 2023 With The UK Golf Guy
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The R&A and Honourable Company should help the places where golf began. That’s what I say, anyway.
All of it spelled out in the latest Quadrilateral.
State Of The Game 124: Seven Mile Beach With Clayton, DeVries And Goggin
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We leave the parlous state of world golf behind for a while and get back to talking one of our favorite SOG topics: golf architecture. Rod Morri and I get to chat with show regular Mike Clayton, his design partner Mike Devries and Mat Goggin on the highly anticipated Seven Mile Beach project in Hobart, Tasmania. They are taking a novel approach and we flesh out the key details. Enjoy wherever you get your podcasts!
