Myrtle Beach Golf News & Updates

We’re going back-to-back with Charlie’s stops at Tom Jackson signature designs, and as he did at the last one Charlie’s taking on a par five – this one the 16th hole at Aberdeen Country Club in Longs, S.C. A perfect birdie opportunity awaits; can “The Big Timer” convert?

It was another outstanding week of golf across the Myrtle Beach area! From stunning sunsets on the greens to unforgettable moments of victory, social media feeds have been buzzing with excitement and passion for the game. Let’s take a look at all of the action from this past week, thanks to our good friends on Facebook and Instagram!

Most recently, David Williams and Joe Novak paid a visit to the homes of the Grand Strand’s four Arnold Palmer designs: David visited the West Course, SouthCreek and King’s North at Myrtle Beach National, while Joe Novak hopped into Brunswick County to stop by Rivers Edge Golf Club. Check out what their camera lenses captured; we hope these current conditions photos get you excited for what’s in store for your next Myrtle Beach golf trip!

In the most recent installment of his “Key Holes in Myrtle Beach Golf” video reel series, PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com’s David Williams takes us on a playing tour of one of the North Strand’s popular destinations, Eagle Nest Golf Club.

PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com’s David Williams offers a recap of Wednesday’s action at the 2024 General Hackler Championship at The Dunes Golf & Beach Club, where the University of Louisville captured both team and individual honors. Its medalist, Max Kennedy, also earned a special exemption to compete in May in the PGA TOUR’s inaugural Grand Strand event, the Myrtle Beach Classic. Hear from Louisville’s head coach, Ryan Blagg, as well as Kennedy on the Cardinals’ achievements during a great week of high-caliber college golf.

Boosted by the top-three performances of medalist Max Kennedy (-8) and Cooper Claycomb (T3, -6). the University of Louisville surged to a third-round lead it would not relinquish in route to both team and individual titles Wednesday at the 2024 General Hackler Championship at The Dunes Golf & Beach Club. Kennedy edged Chattanooga’s John Houk (-7) to earn medalist honors – along with a special exemption to compete in the 2024 Myrtle Beach Classic.

Located near Myrtle Beach International Airport, DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront is far more than a convenient lodging base for your next Grand Strand golf getaway. DoubleTree’s team of expert golf directors will help you every step of the way in planning a one-of-a-kind golf experience for you and your group.

One of the most exciting shots in the game of golf is the low, high-spinning chip shot. Stuart Clark of the Steve Dresser Golf Academy in Pawleys Island, South Carolina is here to show you the proper setup you need to execute this shot to perfection!

Fresh off his impressive showing at Glen Dornoch, Charlie’s feeling good as he heads off to his next Little River stop: the Tom Jackson-designed River Hills Golf & Country Club. Can “The Big Timer” keep the momentum going as he takes on its par-5 17th hole? Tune in to see what happens!

As part of its broader effort to elevate the golfing experience for its guests, Tidewater Golf Club announced this week that it is embarking on an extensive bunker renovation project to begin later this year.  

As one of four stellar designs at Barefoot Resort & Golf, the Love Course provides ample challenge for the more skilled player, yet playability and enjoyment for the average player. Join us on a dynamic video and hole-by-hole tour of this magnificent layout.

Charlie hit a speed bump at his last stop; can he reverse course and card a red number at his next, the par-4 9th hole at Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links in Little River? Let’s see what “The Big Timer” can do on a spectacular morning to tee it up at a North Strand favorite!

If you couldn’t already tell by the glorious weather and swarms of golfers descending upon courses up and down the Grand Strand this past week, spring has truly arrived! Lets take a look at all of the action, courtesy of our friends on Facebook and Instagram!

Most recently, David Williams and Jim Maggio each visited courses along the North Strand: David stopped by the Fazio Course at Barefoot Resort, while Jim took to the skies to capture new aerials at the Jones and Maples courses at Sea Trail Golf Resort. Check out what their camera lenses captured; we hope these current conditions photos get you excited for what’s in store for your next Myrtle Beach golf trip!

Our PlayGolfMyrtleBeach.com team, along with staff members of the Myrtle Beach Area and Toronto chambers of commerce, really enjoyed its four days together at Canada’s largest golf show, the 2024 Toronto Golf & Travel Show. And with this being his first golf show ever, writer Joe Novak learned a lot!