rater's notebook

Sedge Valley a fun twist at Wisconsin resort

NEKOOSA, Wis. – Tom Doak visited Scotland on scholarship as a young man – even caddying at…

Cherry Hills sparkles after Doak restoration

CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, Colo. – Tom Doak said he hasn’t sought out renovation or restoration…

Ballyneal in Colorado among best U.S. courses

HOLYOKE, Colo. – Golf is supposed to be fun. It’s a game, and the inherent uncertainty of…

Architect Tom Doak’s take on minimalism

What is minimalism in golf course architecture, anyway?  Several modern designers are…