BEST 19TH HOLE
>>THE DYNAMITE GRILLE AT TROON NORTH
Fresh and contemporary cuisine in a relaxed, comfortable setting—that’s what you’ll find waiting for you in Dynamite Grille after a round of golf at Troon North. The Grille overlooks the 18th hole of the Pinnacle course and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Even if you’re not playing golf, you can enjoy a delicious dining experience and incredible patio views, or a game on a flatscreen TV. troonnorthgolf.com.
BEST PRO SHOP AND MOST SCENIC COURSE
>>TROON NORTH GOLF CLUB
Featuring leading labels in both men’s and women’s sports apparel, including Greg Norman, Under Armour, Nike, Adidas, Travis Mathew and more, Troon North Golf Club has been named an AGM Platinum Award Winner, recognizing premier golf shops. It also carries a full assortment of golf accessories and golf items, jewelry, Maui Jim sunglasses and boutique gift items. Golf World named Troon North Golf Club one of the “100 Best Golf Shops in America.” Designed by Tom Weiskopf, the course combines great golf with spectacular views and desert ambiance. Fairways are immaculately groomed, intertwined with the rugged Sonoran Desert landscape. Both the Monument and Pinnacle courses were recently renovated by Weiskopf with two new layouts that bring his original concept to life. This is where you’ll find classic Scottsdale desert golf. troonnorthgolf.com.
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BEST CLUBHOUSE SPA
>>ALVEA SPA AT ENCANTERRA COUNTRY CLUB
From the Spanish word, alveo, meaning “river bed,” the name of Alvea Spa comes from the water and oasis themes at the spa. The treatments take inspiration from the holistic ancient healing rituals of the area’s native inhabitants, focusing on rejuvenation of the mind, body and spirit. Services include body treatments, massages, manicures and pedicures, facials and waxing. They will also customize packages to meet your relaxation needs. alveaencanterra.com.
BEST CUSTOM GOLF CLUBS
>>PING
Ping is a family-owned company founded in 1959 in the garage of Karsten Solheim. Solheim’s frustration with his putting inspired him to design a putter, which made a "pinging" sound when striking a golf ball. Today, Ping offers innovation, quality and service in the world of golf. All certified club fitters are trained in person at the Phoenix plant or online with a thorough education on the products, how they are manufactured and how to fit them “Karsten’s way.” ping.com.
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BEST GOLF CLOTHING & SHOPPING
>>PGA TOUR SUPERSTORE
PGA Tour Superstore provides an unparalleled selection of equipment and clothing for golf and tennis players with exceptional service and guaranteed low prices. Because of their affiliation with the PGA Tour, golfers have access to the same technology and expertise as the card-carrying professionals. There are three Arizona locations, two in Scottsdale and one in Chandler. pgatoursuperstore.com.
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BEST GOLF COMMUNITY
>>MIRABEL
From a beautifully designed and challenging golf course to refined upscale Scottsdale homes, Mirabel is the ultimate in country-club living. The Desert Lodge Clubhouse offers award- winning dining, fire-lit patios, full fitness facilities, salon and spa, resort- size pool with cabanas and a Har-Tru tennis garden. The Tom Fazio-designed course is a par-71 with tee positions for everyone from beginners to pros. A caddie program and on-course chef and comfort stations distinguish Mirabel from the rest. mirabel.com.
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BEST INSTRUCTOR
>>JASON REDDINGTON, HEAD TEACHING PROFESSIONAL AT MIRABEL
As head teaching professional, Jason Reddington helps Mirabel members improve their games using the same techniques he used to coach players like PGA Tour and Ryder Cup golfer Jeff Overton. Reddington has won tournaments at every level and has received several teaching awards. mirabel.com.
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BEST PUBLIC COURSE
>>QUINTERO GOLF CLUB
Often described as one of the “purest golf experiences” in the Southwest, Quintero was created in the tradition of the world’s most renowned golf courses. Their focus is on providing golfers with the finest playing surfaces, warm hospitality and the ultimate challenge for their individual games. It plays at more than 7,200 yards from the championship tees and 5,043 from the forward tees, with generous landing areas and strategic bunker placement. quinterogolf.com.
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BEST SPORTING EVENT
>>WASTE MANAGEMENT PHOENIX OPEN
The Greatest Show on Grass has become a signature event for Arizona, drawing the world’s top golfers and hundreds of thousands of spectators from around the world. Visitors come to the Waste Management Phoenix Open for the weather, the sport and the entertainment, and are always satisfied on all fronts. Since its inception in 1932, proceeds raised through the Phoenix Open have surpassed $100 million in charitable giving. wmphoenixopen.com.