Myrtle Beach Golf News & Updates

The 17th annual Veterans Golf Classic is in the books as more than 352 golfers from 29 states enjoyed the event.

The 17th annual Veterans Golf Classic, which attracted more than 350 players from 29 states, teed off. Enjoy a photo gallery from play at Thistle Golf Course and Sandpiper Bay Golf Club

It’s highly possible that of the four Myrtle Beach golf courses designed by big names at Barefoot Resort in North Myrtle Beach, the most popular one was designed by the guy with the least amount of experience as a designer.

Myrtle Beach golf package providers are an eclectic bunch, each with his or her own story, but few are as interesting as J.T. Kobelt, a go-to provider for both Canadian and American golfers. 

Eagle Nest, one of Myrtle Beach’s classic designs, is getting an ultra-modern makeover.

Stay right across from the action and entertainment of Barefoot Landing, at Ocean Creek Resort located in North Myrtle Beach, SC.

It’s not often that the King, Arnold Palmer, shows up on site at one of his redesigns, but the King’s North Course at Myrtle Beach National is an exception to the rule. King’s North originally opened in 1973 and underwent a total facelift in 1996 and has been delighting – and frustrating-  golfers of all abilities ever since. 

The SouthCreek Course at Myrtle Beach National plays 6,416 yards from the back tees for a par of 72. The Course rating is 71.0 with a slope 0f 128. The white tees at 6,089 yards (69.4/124) will make for a good time for most golfers and at the same time provide better golfers with some low scoring, ego-boosting moments.

Myrtle Beach is America's premier destination for all manner of golf trips and tournaments and that's espcially the case when it comes to junior golf. In the first half of 2016, the area has hosted the Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship, the Palmetto High School Golf Championship, South Carolina high school state championships, and most recently, the North-South All-Stars event, featuring the best gradudating seniors in the Palmetto State. 

Eagle Nest Golf Club, home to the three toughest finishing holes along the Grand Strand, is in the process of lenghtening the layout and will be the longest course in South Carolina once the changes are complete. Enjoy a look at this classic Gene Hamm design. 

In this installment of the Golf Instruction Zone, Classic Swing Golf School’s Ted Frick demonstrates a drill that will allow you to make big improvements for your short putting.

The 33rd annual Myrtle Beach World Amateur Handicap Championship doesn’t tee off until August 29, but several national media members have already committed to attend the tournament. 

At Myrtle Beach Golfmasters, they offer a variety of Myrtle Beach Golf Packages – each designed to provide you with the ultimate golf experience that is customized for your very particular tastes. 

Barefoot Resort – Fazio Course

Tom Fazio is one of the most coveted golf course designers in the US, so it’s no surprise that his design at the Barefoot Resort in Myrtle Beach is a masterpiece. 

The Devon White Golf Club is on the short list of Myrtle Beach golf’s largest and most fun groups.