FAQ
Are you a good golfer?
I’m an average golfer. Currently my index is a 13.9 which makes my handicap between 15 and 17 depending on the course I’m playing. My scores are pretty steady in the mid to upper 80s with periodic dips down to the low 80s or bounces up to the low 90s.
Aren’t a lot of those courses private? How do you get on a course if its private?
Currently 81 of the courses on the Golf Digest Top 100 list are private. I have gotten onto the ones that I have played so far by asking friends, family, friends of friends, family of friends, co-workers of friends, my college roomate’s sister’s neighbor’s father-in-law’s business partner . . . you get the idea. It’s not easy, but half of the fun is meeting all the interesting people along the way.
How long will it take you to play the Top 100?
I’m targeting to do 20 courses a year. Some years I’ll get more, some years will be less. I’m estimating that it will take 5-7 years for me to complete the entire list.
How can I help?
I always need to make contacts at courses that I have not played. If you are a member at one of these courses or know someone who is and would like to help me on my quest, please by all means, contact me.
Can I use one of your photos?
Probably, please contact me to discuss the details.
How many rounds of golf do you play a year?
I try to play 20 Top 100 courses a year and I play another 60-80 rounds at my home club and other courses around Virginia.
Whats the best course you’ve ever played?
Without a doubt Cypress Point Club in Pebble Beach, CA. Every hole is a unique challenge.
Ever had a hole in one?
I’ve come within 2-3 inches a couple of times, but haven’t had one go in yet.
Whats in the bag?
Taylor Made R7 425, 10.5 degree, shaft cut down to 44″
Taylor Made R7 ti 3 wood
Taylor Made Dual Rescue 16 degree utility club
Taylor Made Dual Rescue 22 degree utility club
Titleist CB-804 4iron-PW
Cleveland 51 degree gap wedge
Titleist Vokey 56 degree sand wedge
Ping G2 Anser B putter
Bridgestone E5+ golf balls
Titleist Pro V1 golf balls