John Fought’s design perfectly complements the existing South Course, offering strategic challenges and a modern twist on Tom Fazio’s original design
With the official opening of the North Course this month, Moss Creek Hilton Head now offers two excellent and very different 18-hole golf experiences. In addition to George Fazio’s South Course, which opened 51 years ago, club members can now enjoy the renovated North Course, originally designed by Tom Fazio.
Renowned architect John Fought, a former PGA TOUR player and 1977 U.S. Amateur Champion, rebuilt or updated all tees and greens to USGA specifications, adding new TifEagle on greens, Zoysia on shaded tees and Celebration Bermuda throughout.
A new irrigation system and drainage were installed during the eight-month, multi-million dollar project. In addition, eight bunkers were removed and three added for strategic and aesthetic value. Approximately 214 yards were added to the total layout, which now extends to 6,722 yards from the back tees.
“The North Course renovation project at Moss Creek honors the legacy of the Fazio design while ensuring this beautiful property is maximized,” said Fought. “The North Course offers members a whole new experience. The wider fairways can be deceptive, but strategic decisions must be made to score well.”
Fought’s notable work includes the Championship Course at Sand Hollow Resort, cited by Golf Digest as the best course in Utah; two courts at The Gallery in Arizona, former venue for the WGC Accenture Match Play; Crosswater at Sunriver Resort in Oregon; Indian Wells Resort courses, and the South and North courses at Windsong Farm in Minnesota.
Duininck Construction of Minnesota and GTI Irrigation of Florida worked with the Moss Creek team to ensure that every element stayed true to Moss Creek’s original design while elevating the future.
“We can take pride in knowing this project was done right. By investing in every detail, from landscaping to surrounding areas, drainage and irrigation, we have avoided shortcuts that could cause long-term problems. Moss Creek members will continue to enjoy the benefits of this work for decades to come,” said Scott Julien, General Manager and COO.
Moss Creek is a 1,042-acre private Audubon Certified golf community, located just off Hilton Head Island, with abundant amenities. The approximately 1,800 resident families enjoy the two 18-hole golf courses, as well as a marina, fitness center, spacious clubhouse, equestrian facilities and miles of hiking trails.
For more information about Moss Creek, visit the website at www.mosscreek-hiltonhead.com.
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