Michigan Golf Journal September 2021

Top 10 Course Under $50 as rated by Michigan Golf Live We're proud to be making exceptional golf affordable. OceanaGolfClub.com. Located in Shelby, MI. 231.861.4211 Continues on next page >> 25 September 2021 www.michigangolfjournal.com the narrative to breathe… which is why for the first time in MGL TV history, we produced a 2-piece special, with five courses being featured in each program. What was it about this journey that caught my attention and heart in such a powerful way? Family – whether it’s the ownership and staff structure or the sense of family that permeates each of our featured courses, the most consistent characteristic of the “Top 10 Under $50” tour is the family feel and connection that guests enjoy. History – when Arnold Palmer designs the course (Coyote Preserve), you’re over 100 years old (Manistee GCC), or a nearby high school alum rescues the course and breathes new life into it (Oceana GC), there are rich storylines woven throughout these wonderful places. Without exaggerating, a compelling book could be written that would roll in elements from all 10 of these special courses. Quality – do not be fooled by the “Under $50” part of the story. These are really good courses. Our TV crew has seen hundreds of courses over the years, and every one of us found ourselves frequently expressing a degree of surprise at how good the conditions and overall quality was throughout the production tour. The greens were smooth and fast, the fairways striped and inviting, bunkers were in excellent condition, and the “edges” cared for beyond our expectations.