events there so we picked up yardage for the back tees,’’ said Marzolf. The course can play as short as 4,500 yards, or up to 7,500 yards from the back tees. “From a club professional’s perspective, we have a course that is championship-ready” said E.J. McDonnell, Bonita Bay’s director of golf. “Our members enjoy the variety of playing options afforded by having five courses,’’ said Paul Nussbaum, chairman of Bonita Bay’s board of directors. “Cypress remains our most competitive but – with seven sets of tees –our golfers will find the right challenge for their games.’’ The number of bunkers was reduced from 70 to 50, but now more are in play, plus the new bunkers add an Augusta look and feel. The greens and surrounds were re-designed, resulting in more challenging options to get the ball to the flagstick. Putting from off the green may now be more popular than chipping. Bonita Bay’s other courses are already slated for major renovations, according to the club’s Golf Master Plan. Creekside will get special attention in 2023 and Sabal in 2024. Among many projects discussed and pending approval are performance centers for both Marsh and Creekside and a renewed clubhouse at Naples. Michigan Golf Journal
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