Srixon Celebrates the Red, White, and Blue with New All-American Collection

(HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.) – Just in time for one of golf’s biggest stages, Srixon is bringing patriotic style and major championship energy to the course with the launch of its new All-American collection. The collection is a bold, limited edition lineup inspired by the spirit and the pride of summer golf in America.

We wanted to create a collection that matches the energy and excitement surrounding this time of year in golf and one of the game’s biggest championships. There’s something special about this season for golfers, and the All-American Collection reflects that in every detail, from the soft goods to the premium equipment. -Casey Shultz, Senior Product Manager at Srixon

Srixon All-American Combination Irons

Featuring a full lineup of custom accessories and equipment dressed in the traditional red, white, and blue styling, the All-American Collection blends premium performance with patriotic personality to celebrate the summer championship season.

The All-American Collection includes:
- Limited-edition patriotic headcovers featuring bold Americana-inspired details
- Custom towels and hats designed for summer golf season
- Three distinct golf bag styles built to fit every type of player: Staff Bag, Stand Bag, Sunday Bag
- Special-edition ZXi7/ZXi5 Combination Irons mixing tour-level performance with exclusive All-American cosmetics

Srixon All-American Collection

The All-American Collection is available through us.dunlopsports.com/srixon and select retailers nationwide.

Pricing & Availability

All-American Collection Towel: $29.99

All-American Headcovers: Driver: $39.99, Fairway $29.99, Hybrid $24.99

All-American Collection Snapback Hat: $34.99

All-American Collection Bucket Hat: $39.99

Limited Edition Z-STAR DIAMOND Golf Balls: $54.99

All-American Collection Sunday Bag: $229.99

All-American Collection Stand Bag: $399.99

All-American Collection Staff Bag: $549.99

All-American ZXi7 & ZXi5 Irons: $1,599.99

Mississippi’s Lowest-Rated Golf Courses: Three Courses That Have Left Golfers Frustrated

Dancing Rabbit

Mississippi is home to some exceptional golf destinations, from the coastal beauty of Fallen Oak to the rolling fairways of The Preserve. But not every round in the Magnolia State ends with glowing reviews and clubhouse stories worth repeating. A look through public golfer ratings and review platforms reveals a handful of courses that have struggled to win over players — whether because of conditioning, maintenance issues, value concerns, or inconsistent playability.

Here are three of the worst-rated golf courses in Mississippi based on publicly available golfer reviews and ratings.

1. Dancing Rabbit Golf Club — Philadelphia, Mississippi

This inclusion may surprise serious golfers. The course has long carried a strong reputation thanks to its association with the Pearl River Resort and designs by Tom Fazio and Jerry Pate. Yet recent public business ratings tell a different story, with the course carrying one of the lowest visible aggregate ratings among Mississippi golf facilities in current business listings.

Many golfer complaints center around expectations versus reality. Players expecting a luxury-resort experience have occasionally cited inconsistent course conditions and disappointing service levels relative to the premium green fees. The layout itself still earns praise, but reviewers suggest the experience no longer consistently matches the course’s once-elite billing.

The biggest criticism isn’t necessarily the architecture — it’s the feeling that golfers are paying for a reputation that no longer guarantees a top-tier experience.

2. Bay Pointe Country Club — Brandon, Mississippi

Bay Pointe

Public ratings for Bay Pointe place it near the bottom of Mississippi golf facilities currently listed online.

Golfers have repeatedly pointed to uneven conditioning, aging infrastructure, and greens that can vary wildly depending on the season. While longtime local players still appreciate the course’s layout and affordability, newer visitors often come away underwhelmed.

The frustration seems rooted in unrealized potential. Bay Pointe sits in a golf-rich region near Jackson, and many reviewers believe the course could be far better with stronger upkeep and investment. Instead, it has developed a reputation as a course where the experience can change dramatically from one visit to the next.

For bargain hunters, that inconsistency may be tolerable. For golfers expecting polished conditions, reviews suggest disappointment is common.

3. The Dogwood's Golf Course — Grenada, Mississippi

Dogwood's Golf Course

Nestled inside Hugh White State Park, The Dogwood’s Golf Course should have all the ingredients for a hidden gem: scenic surroundings, elevation changes, and a peaceful setting near Grenada Lake. But reviewer scores from golf publications have been surprisingly harsh. Golf Digest panelists rated the course just 2.8 out of 5, with conditioning receiving especially poor marks.

Golfers frequently note that the course design itself is enjoyable, but maintenance problems can overshadow the experience. Thin fairways, inconsistent greens, and spotty upkeep have been recurring themes in reviews.

That’s what makes The Dogwood’s particularly frustrating. Unlike some poorly designed municipal layouts, many golfers believe the course actually has strong bones. The criticism largely comes from the sense that the facility isn’t living up to the beauty of its setting.

The Bigger Picture

Even the worst-rated golf courses usually have loyal supporters. Budget pricing, nostalgic value, or a fun layout can keep golfers coming back despite rough edges. In Mississippi, several low-rated courses fall into that category — flawed, but still playable for locals who know what to expect.

And in golf, ratings can change quickly. A renovation, new superintendent, or ownership investment can transform a struggling course within a season or two. Until then, though, these three facilities remain among the lowest-rated golf experiences golfers are likely to encounter in the state.

Atlanta National Begins Construction of New Short Game Area

(ATLANTA) – Invited Clubs, the worldwide leader in private clubs, has announced the launch of a reinvestment project at Atlanta National Golf Club with construction of the Lanny Wadkins Short Game Area now underway.

This comprehensive overhaul of the practice environment will offer a refined, tour-inspired training area that will serve members and guests of all skill levels. Spanning eight acres, the new facility will enable players to focus on their scoring, creativity and confidence around the greens.

Developed in partnership with World Golf Hall of Famer Lanny Wadkins, this new short game area reflects decades of championship insight and a design philosophy centered on realistic shot-making, versatility, and purposeful practice. From delicate touch shots to demanding recovery scenarios, the space was designed to mirror the challenges you face on the course, without distraction.

“Atlanta National Golf Club is one of the premier golf courses in the region, and it’s an honor to be able to craft a one-of-a-kind practice venue that will allow members and guests to hone their game in a top-tier environment,” said Wadkins. “This is an extensive project that will deliver a world-class practice and training venue and further enhance one of the best private golf club experiences in Georgia.”

“This new practice facility gives members a place to really go work on their game,” Wadkins said. “It’ll be a really nice brand new tee area that backs up to a creek, so the venue is really nice and refreshing down that end. The separate putting green is a place where you can have quiet time to work on your putting, and then you can go across the creek and spend all the time you want to on your short game – bunker play, chipping and all the little facets that really make golf unique. If you can master those parts of it, you’ll enjoy your game a lot more.”

Wadkins has worked extensively with Invited Clubs on several reinvestment and renovation projects throughout the past few years, including the comprehensive renovation of TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Tx. The home of The CJ Cup Byron Nelson on the PGA TOUR, Wadkins reimagined the property to create a stronger test for the game’s best golfers, while protecting the playability valued by members.

Work at Atlanta National Golf Club is underway and will continue through the fall.

Golf Course Beside Egypt’s Great Pyramid Set for Major Renovation by Robert Trent Jones II

The golf course sitting in the shadow of Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza is about to undergo a dramatic transformation.

California-based Robert Trent Jones II Golf Course Architects has been selected to renovate Mena House Golf Course, one of the most uniquely located golf venues in the world. The historic layout lies less than 250 yards from the Great Pyramid and has hosted golf since 1899.

Originally built as a royal hunting lodge in the 1880s, Mena House has long been tied to Egypt’s rich history and tourism culture. The redesign aims to preserve that legacy while modernizing the overall golf experience. Robert Trent Jones II previously worked on Egypt’s Madinaty and SouthMED golf developments.

The property is owned by Legacy Hotels, which is majority controlled by ICON, the hospitality division of Talaat Moustafa Group.

“Mena House Golf Course is unlike any other golf destination in the world,” Omar Hisham Talaat, chief business development officer for Talaat Moustafa Group, said in a statement announcing the project. “With the Giza Pyramids as its backdrop, the course offers an extraordinary opportunity to create a golf experience that is both globally distinctive and deeply rooted in Egypt’s cultural legacy.”

The renovation plans include a full redesign intended to maximize views and interaction with the nearby pyramids, along with several modern amenities. Planned upgrades feature a new social green designed for families and resort guests, contour lighting for nighttime play, a modern irrigation system and new turfgrass throughout the property.

Robert Trent Jones III, chief operating officer of the architecture firm, called the assignment one of the most significant projects in golf.

“We are honored to steward a course with more than 125 years of history and to shape its next chapter with care, precision and creativity,” Jones said. “Mena House has all the ingredients that make golf memorable: history, landscape, atmosphere and a setting people will never forget.”

Once complete, the renovated Mena House Golf Course is expected to become a centerpiece of Egypt’s growing golf portfolio and one of the game’s most visually striking destinations.

Olympia Fields Country Club to Undergo Restoration of Historic North Course Led by Andrew Green

(OLYMPIA FIELDS, IL) – Olympia Fields Country Club has approved a comprehensive master plan of the club’s historic North Course, led by golf course architect Andrew Green. Construction is scheduled to begin October 2026, with a targeted completion in May 2028.

This historic restoration will honor and reinforce the original architectural vision of renowned architect Willie Park Jr. while modernizing the golf course infrastructure to support championship golf and long-term sustainability for future generations.

This project will draw upon extensive historical research and will include the reconstruction of greens, reshaping and restoration of bunkers, expansion and repositioning of select teeing grounds, enhanced drainage systems, and the installation of a state-of-the-art irrigation system.

Additional turfgrass varieties will be implemented that are more drought, pest, and disease resistant. This will support more efficient water usage and long-term environmental sustainability. The upgraded drainage infrastructure is also being designed to improve course playability and conditioning following significant rain events, an important consideration for both daily member play and championship competition.

“This restoration is not about change, it is about renewal,” said Michael Botelho, President of Olympia Fields Country Club. “It is about preserving the genius of Willie Park Jr., while ensuring the North Course has the infrastructure, agronomic strength, and architectural integrity needed to thrive for the next 100 years.”

Golf course architect Andrew Green, widely recognized for his restoration work at premier clubs across the country, will lead the transformation of the North Course. His portfolio includes acclaimed restoration projects at Oak Hill Country Club, Congressional Country Club, East Lake Golf Club, Inverness Club, and several other historic championship venues.

“This project ensures that Olympia Fields continues to welcome the world’s best players at the highest levels of the game, while also enriching the everyday experience for the membership,” Green said. “ It protects the legacy you inherited and secures the future we all wish to build.”

Originally designed by Willie Park Jr. and opened in 1923, the North Course has hosted two U.S. Opens, two PGA Championships, one U.S. Senior Open, one U.S. Amateur, and one Women’s PGA Championship. Olympia Fields Country Club most recently hosted the 2020 and 2023 BMW Championships.

Haig Point Club Announces Project Harmony Focusing on Next Era of Golf, Community Development

(DAUFUSKIE ISLAND, S.C.) — Haig Point Club & Community Association has a clear and comprehensive vision for its future called Project Harmony.

The Club has formally approved Project Harmony, a multi-year and multi-point investment initiative, signaling a rare level of alignment within a private, member-owned club and positioning the community for its next phase of growth across golf, infrastructure, and residential development.

Set on Daufuskie Island and accessible only by boat, Haig Point has long been recognized as a distinctive golf destination, anchored by its Rees Jones–designed Signature Course, which has previously been ranked among America’s Top 100 courses.

Project Harmony, a $40 million investment, builds on that seaside lifestyle foundation with a clear objective: to restore, refine, and modernize the club’s golf offerings while aligning infrastructure and residential growth to support long-term value.

“Haig Point already has all the touchpoints of an exceptional golf and club experience,” said Don W. Hunter Jr., CEO/General Manager. “This initiative, agreed upon by 77 percent of the membership, is about polishing what is already a very strong golf course and modernizing it for today’s game, while creating a more complete and flexible playing experience for our members and enhancing the island lifestyle that is uniquely Haig Point. ”

Restoring and Modernizing a Proven Golf Asset – Haig Point’s Signature Course

At the forefront of Project Harmony is a commitment to elevate the Signature Course through continued investment in infrastructure, agronomy, and playability.

The course, which has historically been recognized among the nation’s best, will benefit from a strong list of refinements that include:

• Continued investment in course infrastructure and agronomic systems

• Integration of previously scoped bunker restoration and enhancements

• Long-term planning for irrigation and turf sustainability

• Strategic adjustments designed to better align with modern playing expectations

The following significant revisions, from Rees Jones, are planned:

Reshaping, realigning and laser-leveling all tees

With the exception of holes 1 and 15, all greens will be partially rebuilt with an emphasis on regrading all approaches

Complete re-build of greens 1 and 15

Reshaping all bunkers to a modern style

Bunkers reconstructed using Bunker Solutions

Fairways regraded

Greens to be re-grassed with TifEagle

Fairways, tees, rough to be re-grassed with Tahoma 31

Vegetation management in and around wetlands to open hole and water views

Cart path repair and maintenance as needed

Under the leadership of Director of Agronomy Randy Moody, course conditions have already shown meaningful improvement, with strong winter performance and a disciplined approach to maintenance and planning.

“This is not about reinventing the course,” Hunter added. “It’s about restoring and refining it in a way that brings it back to its full potential while ensuring it performs at a high level for years to come.”

Elevating the Osprey Course into a Premier 9-Hole Experience

Project Harmony will transform the Osprey Course, under the direction of Rees Jones, into a high-quality 9-hole golf design that compliments the Signature Course and expand splaying options for members.

The goal is to create a course that:

• Delivers a complete and engaging experience in a shorter format

• Matches the overall quality and conditioning standards of the Signature Course

• Provides flexibility for families, casual play, and time-constrained rounds

“The opportunity with Osprey is significant,” said Hunter. “We believe it can become one of the best 9-hole experiences in the region, something that not only supports our membership but enhances the overall golf offering at Haig Point.”

Critical improvements on the Osprey Course include:

Completely new irrigation system

21 new forward tee options to create a new par-3 course

New short game practice area

All work on the Signature and Osprey Courses will be conducted in three phases over a three-year period.

Phase 1 on Osprey Course and Short Game Area -- Late 2026 to November 2027

Phase 2 on Signature Course Front 10 – Early 2028 to November 2028

Phase 3 on Signature Course Back 10 – Early 2029 to November 2029

From 2026 through 2029 with the goal of having 18 holes of golf available to membership for that three-year period.

Duininck Golf will handle the on-course construction work on both courses.

Logistics Transformation: New Barge Company Launching

A key to the success of Project Harmony is the establishment of a new barge company, whose operations began in April.

For a boat access-only community, a materials transportation company is critical, and the new barge operation will provide:

• Increase efficiency and reliability of material transport

• Reduce construction timelines

• Deliver meaningful cost savings for builders and investors

• Support both golf and infrastructure improvements at scale

“This creates a real advantage for how we build and maintain on the island,” Hunter said. “It allows us to execute more efficiently and with greater control over both cost and timing.”

Residential Growth and Builder Activity Reflects Real Momentum

Project Harmony is already driving measurable progress in residential development as Haig Point has successfully expanded its builder network, with new partners actively engaged and multiple homes currently in permitting or under construction. The community is working toward a sustainable pace of approximately 25 new homes per year as part of its long-term strategy.

“These are real projects in motion,” Hunter said. “Not concepts, not projections—homes that are being permitted and built today. That’s an important distinction and a strong signal of momentum.”

Alignment as a Competitive Advantage

The 77%-member approval of Project Harmony provides a level of alignment that is uncommon in private club environments and increasingly important in today’s market.

This alignment supports clear decision-making, consistent execution, and increased confidence among prospective buyers and investors.

“Alignment allows us to move forward with discipline,” Hunter said. “It gives us the market confidence that this is a community with a clear direction and the ability to execute.”

SUMMARY — A Coordinated Vision for the Future

Project Harmony brings together golf, infrastructure, and residential development into a unified strategy designed to strengthen Haig Point’s long-term position among private, member-owned clubs.

In summary, the comprehensive long-term list of improvements includes:

• Development of a new and integrated wellness and fitness center (target 2028

• Expansion of racquet and pickleball facilities

• Continued investment in golf course infrastructure

• Road improvements supported by enhanced planning

• Strategic support for residential construction and growth

As these elements are completed, Haig Point will solidify its commitment to enhance both the member experience and the long-term value of ownership within the community.

Troon Selected To Manage Wohali Golf Club In Utah

(Scottsdale, Ariz.) – Troon, the leader in providing golf and club-related leisure and hospitality services, has been selected to manage Wohali Golf Club in Coalville, Utah. Troon Privé, the private club division of Troon, will oversee club operations, agronomy, retail and membership sales and marketing.

Wohali is a master-planned mountain community located 43 miles northeast of Salt Lake City and just minutes north of Park City. The Club’s 18-hole “Eagle” course traverses a secluded mountain valley while offering views of Lewis Peak. Set at an elevation of 6,500-plus feet, the par-72 layout measures 7,566 yards from the back tees. The Eagle Course is expected to re-open in the summer of 2026, welcoming the golf community to experience Wohali through a 2026 Golf Discovery membership program.

“We look forward to working with ownership to help Wohali Golf Club realize its full potential,” said Troon Vice President of Operations Justin Lake. “The golf course, which opened in 2024, is spectacular, and we are excited to welcome all who are interested to experience Wohali through a 2026 Golf Discovery membership program.”

Wohali was recently acquired by its senior creditor, EB5AN Wohali Utah Fund XV, LP, via a court-approved credit bid.

“Our investors believed in this property from the beginning, and we are committed to seeing it reach its potential. The Eagle Course is a world-class asset, and we look forward to opening it this summer and working closely with Coalville and the local community,” said Mike Schoenfeld of EB5AN Wohali Utah Fund XV, LP.

Eagle Peak Development, led by industry veteran Bobby Masters, is expected to work closely with the project, with a near-term focus on advancing infrastructure and engaging with Coalville and other stakeholders. Eagle Peak Development’s leadership has built and operated more than 15 communities across approximately 25,000 acres and 30,000 residential homes. Its current projects include Bay Creek, featuring Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus signature courses, and Currahee Club, built around a Jim Fazio-designed championship course.

For more information on the Wohali Golf Club and community, visit www.golfwohali.com.