TOC SCOTTSDALE - CHAMPIONS COURSE
Arizona Golf Course Review
General Information:
The TPC Scottsdale is a PGA Tour facility that embodies the standards of excellence in golf course operations
worldwide. The two layouts include the Stadium Course - annual host to the Phoenix Open (now called the FBR
Open) since 1987 - the largest attended golf event in the world, and the nearby Champions Course. The
Champions layout is located just 1/2 mile from the main clubhouse, and features a design with beautiful scenery
that is playable for all levels of golfers. The Stadium Course is a par 71, 7115 yard layout with a 139 slope and
74.7 course rating, that annually draws rave reviews from professional players for its challenge, conditioning and
presentation of amenities. Often mentioned in particular, are the wonderful putting surfaces which are large in
size, true rolling and an absolute joy to play on. For our review of the Stadium Course, click here.
Champions Course
The Champions Course is also representative of TPC quality in conditioning and in beauty. The combination of
mountains, desert and water makes this layout aesthetically pleasing, and the shorter, more open design means
that a wider range of golfers can enjoy a round here. The 4 sets of tees measure 7115 yards/139 slope, 6653
yards/133 slope, 6127/121 slope for men and 132 for women, and 5342/120 slope. As with the Stadium course,
the Desert provides sprinkler heads that are measured to the front, middle and back of the green - plus 150 yard
stakes that are posted on each side of the fairway. Pin placements are indicated on sheets provided daily. The
clubhouse here features a small pro shop and the Desert Grill with sandwiches, snacks and an array of beverages. There is a grass range and a putting & chipping green on property.
Desert often define the fairways and periodically cuts across creating some short forced carries. The landing
areas are sufficient enough however for even the novice player, who will get a taste of playing championship
desert-style golf without needing a dozen balls to do so. The tee areas are landscaped in a manicured desert
setting, and the mountain views are the same golfers will find across the street at the Stadium course. There are
some uphill and downhill shots, but the green complexes are very approachable, and are quite mild in undulation.
Sand bunkers are not overstated, but there are abundant waste areas that come into play.
Like its more famous sister course, the Champions has been honored with quite a number of awards including:
"Best Value in Arizona" by the Arizona Golf Association; "Best Value in Phoenix" by Fox Sports Net; Eagle
Award as diamond in the rough by "The Best Golf in the West at Affordable Prices"; and "Best Golf Value for your Money" by the Scottsdale Airpark News.
The Annual Privilege Player Program is available and affords golfers an opportunity to enjoy benefits at both
courses, clubhouses and practice facilities, as well as savings at participating resort properties (Scottsdale
Fairmont, Xona Resort Suites and Marriott at McDowell Mountains). For more information, visit our page for the
Champions Course on our Arizona Golf course listing section by clicking here. A link to their web site is
featured on this informational page.
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