Sherwood Hills Golf Course and Golf Club
There are several golf courses and country clubs in Cavite, Philippines such as Sherwood Hills Golf Club. Almost all golf courses and country clubs claim to be the best in the country. But do they make golfers happy?
If the green fee is quite expensive, it’s supposed to be a superb course, right? This is the typical mindset of most golfers. Yet, after a few rounds of play, they’ve found out that it is not and all is left is to wallow in disappointment.
Golf Digest conducted a golf satisfaction survey about this with the help of Dr. Dan Sachau and Dr. Luke Simmering. Dr. Sachau is a psychology professor at Minnesota State University, while Dr. Simmering is a consultant in the Global Organizational Effectiveness Department of Walmart. They’ve asked 2,434 respondents about their experience on their last play away from their home course. A home course is the golf course you’re very familiar with. The image below is the result of their survey:
Based on the illustration above, it has two columns: “what golfers say makes them happy” and “what actually makes golfers happy.” We will focus on the right side that truly reveals what golfers really want.
First on the list is the condition of the course. Who would want to play in a poorly maintained and unkempt course? It is not just an eyesore but it may affect the mood and performance of the player. According to Golf Inc. Magazine, the “course design and maintenance” are the main factors that attract most golfers.
The design of a golf course is not only for aesthetics. It is the key to enhance a golfer’s experience. Sometimes it takes a golfer to be able to design a “tournament-ready” course. For instance, in the America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses by Architect list, Jack Nicklaus or the “Golden Bear” ranked no. 5 with seven of his designs in the Top 100. It is worth-mentioning that he designed the Sherwood Hills Golf Club in Cavite, Philippines.
In golf, “honesty is the best policy” especially when it comes to the scorecard. Why? A golfer’s playing partner is the one who records his score in that sheet of paper. But you’re still responsible on what is written on the scorecard, so double-check or triple-check it if you must. Erasures are not allowed once you sign your card.
A green fee is your pass to play in the green or the course. Unfortunately, you will only know the course is worth your time and money the moment you’re in and playing. It is a pay before you play rule, so you have no choice on this matter.
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Nothing is more relaxing than drinking an iced cold beer while playing and chatting in the breathtaking scenery of the lush greens and fairways, and a pleasant small talks among your co-players. Drink in moderation though, because a drunken player is the no.8 pet peeve of golf players according to PGA.com.
The other factors mentioned in the list are service and staff; locker room; ease of scheduling tee time; quality of carts; quality of practice facilities; merchandise; weather; and pace of play.
Yet the best comment or answer to this question is the one from Pinoygolfer forum:
“The boss and the wife [don’t] call in the middle of a very good game with very good scores… that would really make me Happy!!!” says member castertroy.
Amen.
If the green fee is quite expensive, it’s supposed to be a superb course, right? This is the typical mindset of most golfers. Yet, after a few rounds of play, they’ve found out that it is not and all is left is to wallow in disappointment.
Golf Digest conducted a golf satisfaction survey about this with the help of Dr. Dan Sachau and Dr. Luke Simmering. Dr. Sachau is a psychology professor at Minnesota State University, while Dr. Simmering is a consultant in the Global Organizational Effectiveness Department of Walmart. They’ve asked 2,434 respondents about their experience on their last play away from their home course. A home course is the golf course you’re very familiar with. The image below is the result of their survey:
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| Image Source: Golf Digest |
Based on the illustration above, it has two columns: “what golfers say makes them happy” and “what actually makes golfers happy.” We will focus on the right side that truly reveals what golfers really want.
Course Condition
First on the list is the condition of the course. Who would want to play in a poorly maintained and unkempt course? It is not just an eyesore but it may affect the mood and performance of the player. According to Golf Inc. Magazine, the “course design and maintenance” are the main factors that attract most golfers.
Design
The design of a golf course is not only for aesthetics. It is the key to enhance a golfer’s experience. Sometimes it takes a golfer to be able to design a “tournament-ready” course. For instance, in the America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses by Architect list, Jack Nicklaus or the “Golden Bear” ranked no. 5 with seven of his designs in the Top 100. It is worth-mentioning that he designed the Sherwood Hills Golf Club in Cavite, Philippines.
Score
In golf, “honesty is the best policy” especially when it comes to the scorecard. Why? A golfer’s playing partner is the one who records his score in that sheet of paper. But you’re still responsible on what is written on the scorecard, so double-check or triple-check it if you must. Erasures are not allowed once you sign your card.
Cost of Green Fees
A green fee is your pass to play in the green or the course. Unfortunately, you will only know the course is worth your time and money the moment you’re in and playing. It is a pay before you play rule, so you have no choice on this matter.
SEE Sinkholes destroy the beauty of a golf course – THINK AGAIN!
Food and Beverage
Nothing is more relaxing than drinking an iced cold beer while playing and chatting in the breathtaking scenery of the lush greens and fairways, and a pleasant small talks among your co-players. Drink in moderation though, because a drunken player is the no.8 pet peeve of golf players according to PGA.com.
The other factors mentioned in the list are service and staff; locker room; ease of scheduling tee time; quality of carts; quality of practice facilities; merchandise; weather; and pace of play.
Yet the best comment or answer to this question is the one from Pinoygolfer forum:
“The boss and the wife [don’t] call in the middle of a very good game with very good scores… that would really make me Happy!!!” says member castertroy.
Amen.
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