When one comes to the quality of the bunkers and other hazards we pass into realm of much dispute and argument. Primarily bunkers should be sand bunkers purely, not composed of gravel, stones or dirt. Whether this or that bunker is well placed, has caused more intensely heated arguments outside of the realms of religion, than has ever been my lot to listen to. C.B. MACDONALD
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
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.
Major(s) News & Notes, November 10, 2022
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Rules of Golf updates hot off the press in what will be the last printed edition of the rules.
All of this in the latest Quadrilateral!
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.
The Majors Should Freeze Purses
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I get to point out things they cannot. Fun times.
All in the latest Quadrilateral.
Quad Subscribers Vote: The Year In Majors
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Voting is only open to Quad subscribers so if you haven’t already signed on, here’s the spot!
Major(s) News & Notes September 1, 2022
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So much for having August off in Quadrilateralville.
And you can read more about The Quadrilateral here.
Quadrilateral: Major(s) News & Notes, June 23, 2022
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Congressional’s 10th and 18th (PGA of America)
Quadrilateral: Major News & Notes, January 27, 2022
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How much is there to talk about in the major world? Too much to get it all in this week’s News & Notes before Substack’s algorithms told me I’d hit capacity. But hopefully you’ll enjoy the news, notes and opinion offered this week.
As always, a reminder that this can also be received in your inbox free of charge despite the high cost of stamps!
2023 Drive, Chip And Putt Registration Open
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No experience necessary for what will be the 10th anniversary of this tradition unlike any other.
Nationwide qualifying starts May 1 with more than 350 local events capped off by the regionals and finals the Sunday prior to the Masters.
Search venues by zip code here.
The impressive list of regional hosts:
Saturday, September 10 | Scioto Country Club (One of four courses to host the U.S. Open (1926), Ryder Cup (1931), PGA Championship (1950) and U.S. Amateur Championship (1968). Also hosted two U.S. Senior Opens (1986, 2016)
Saturday, September 17 | TPC Boston (Host of The Northern Trust PGA Tour playoff event in 2020)
Sunday, September 18| Castle Pines Golf Club (Host of The International on the PGA Tour for 21 years)
Sunday, September 18 | Oak Hill Country Club (Site of six USGA championships, including three U.S. Opens; and host of three PGA Championships, the 1995 Ryder Cup and two KitchenAid Senior PGA Championships. Oak Hill will also host the 2023 PGA Championship)
Sunday, September 25 | Pebble Beach Golf Links (Site of 13 USGA championships, including six U.S. Opens, and the future site of the 2023 U.S. Women’s Open and 2027 U.S. Open; and host of the 1977 PGA Championship)
Sunday, September 25 | Desert Mountain (Site of the 2015 and 2016 Senior PGA’s season-ending Charles Schwab Cup)
Saturday, October 1 | Medinah Country Club (Site of four USGA championships, including three U.S. Opens; and host of two PGA Championships and the 2012 Ryder Cup)
Sunday, October 2 | Champions Golf Club (Site of five USGA championships including the 1969 U.S. Open; and host of the 1967 Ryder Cup)
Sunday, October 2 | The Bear’s Club (Founded Dec, 31, 1999 by Jack and Barbara Nicklaus)
DATE TBA | Quail Hollow Club (Site of the 2017 PGA Championship and the host of the 2025 PGA Championship)
