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A Vignette-Led History of Southern Pines Golf Club

Southern Pines Golf Club (1906-2019) is a twice-told tale. This mini-book is an extended version of the essay in The Early Days of Pinehurst.

Tales can be told in any number of ways. A rolling narrative through the century was one option. Another option was to include a lot of minutiae that one finds in club histories (ie. “Betty Johnson won the 1947 club championship by three shots…”). While there are elements of narrative and obscurity, another style has been chosen.

The nature of the club and its story is related through a series of vignettes. Through these passages, the reader will (hopefully) gain an understanding of why the club is so highly regarded by several of the world’s most knowledgeable appraisers. Taken altogether, this book attempts to move through the brilliance of the design and into the spirit that makes Donald Ross courses eternally compelling.

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As Intended, A Ross Original

Mid Pines showcases the Sandhills’ most authentic Donald Ross masterpiece, where uncompromised design meets the warmth and hospitality of a distinguished Southern golf club.

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A Destination That Becomes Your Tradition

For casual and championship players alike, Pine Needles pairs iconic Donald Ross design with leading instruction and facilities, all delivered with familial Southern charm shaped by a family legacy of sharing the game.

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The Evolution of a Classic

Southern Pines embodies a contemporary evolution of Donald Ross’ classic design, expertly blending historical character with a dynamic golf experience.

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