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By Suzanne Koch<\/em><\/h5>\n

Best 19th Hole, Best Public Course and Most Scenic Course: Quintero Golf Club<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Designed by master golf course architect Rees Jones, Quintero\u2019s 18 holes are nestled into a secluded desert environment. The northwest Peoria course is often described as the \u201cpurest golf experience\u201d in the Southwest and it\u2019s not hard to believe after one look at the impeccably groomed greens and mountain views. Quintero has even earned accolades from some of golf\u2019s best publications like Golf Digest<\/em>, Golf Weekly<\/em> and Golf Advisor<\/em>. Players can tee up from its championship tees for 7,200 yards of stunning desert play. For those looking to get a few more rounds in, relax in on-site luxury condos for a \u201cstay and play\u201d option. quinterogolf.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Quintero Golf Club<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Best Arizona Cheerleaders or Dance Team: ASU Spirit Squad and Dance Team<\/strong><\/h4>\n

If you\u2019ve ever been to an ASU football, basketball or volleyball game, odds are you\u2019ve seen this athletic bunch serving as the official ambassadors of Sun Devil Athletics, alongside Sparky of course. Not only do they add an extra dose of spunk to game days and community outreach events, the team is also highly competitive. In fact, the dance team is ranked among the top three in the nation and is the most decorated dance team in the Pac-12. Follow the squad on social media at @asuspiritsquad<\/a> and @asudanceteam<\/a>. thesundevils.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Best Clubhouse Spa: Alvea Spa & Wellness at Encanterra<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Drawing its name from the Spanish word for river bed (\u201calveo\u201d), spa-goers will note the water and oasis theme throughout. With a focus on rejuvenating the mind, body and spirit, soothing services include body treatments, massages, facials, waxing and tinting and more. Alvea Spa & Wellness at Encanterra is one of the only full-service spas in the area and is open to both members and the public. alveaencanterra.com<\/a>. Also a 2018 winner!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Alvea Spa at Encanterra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Best Custom Golf Clubs: Cool Clubs<\/strong><\/h4>\n

A unique performance-based fitting method based on four components\u2014equipment, experience, proprietary software and TrackMan\u2014has grown Cool Clubs into the world\u2019s largest independent club-fitting organization. It has more than 20,000 shaft and head combos and all clubs are built in-house at their Scottsdale headquarters. Furthermore, Cool Clubs has no affiliation with any specific club manufacturer, ensuring players walk away with what truly helps them perform their best on the course. coolclubs.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Cool Clubs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Best Golf Clothing & Shopping: Apache Clubhouse at Desert Mountain<\/strong><\/h4>\n

After a round of golf, stop in to shop gifts, accessories and apparel for on- and off-course needs. Unique items include made-to-measure belts, Martin Dingman fine leather footwear and Smathers & Branson goods. There\u2019s also plenty of golf swag to go around, from bags and putter covers to apparel and more from brands like MDC, Greyson, Peter Millar, Golfino and Polo Ralph Lauren. desertmountain.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Best Golf Community: DC Ranch<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Residents of DC Ranch have some of the Valley\u2019s top golf at their fingertips along with a vast array of lifestyle amenities, programs and events. Home to 27 neighborhoods in four distinct villages, DC Ranch focuses on bridging the community with its stunning Sonoran Desert landscape. Adjacent to North Scottsdale\u2019s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, the 4,400-acre community is home for approximately 7,000 residents who enjoy an enriched day-to-day due to DC Ranch\u2019s brand promise: living connected. This is achieved through its unbeatable location, luxury lifestyle and family-friendly environment. dcranch.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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DC Ranch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Best Private Club: Firerock Country Club<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Close enough to town but far enough to feel like a desert retreat, this Fountain Hills club caters to both an active and laidback lifestyle. The 18-hole Gary Panks-designed golf course offers players a challenging yet playable layout while tennis, fitness, swimming and dining are available for off-course fun. The club\u2019s warm and inviting atmosphere is what makes this club so desirable. The best part of it all? Residency in the community isn\u2019t required for membership.firerockcc.com.<\/a> Also a 2018 winner!<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Firerock Country Club<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

AFM Fave! Best Private Club: Country Club at DC Ranch<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Coming soon, the\u00a0Country Club at DC Ranch<\/a>\u00a0welcomes Phase II of its highly anticipated $8.5-million expansion and update. The expansion brings a new fitness center, group exercise rooms, a resort-style pool, a casual indoor dining room, a poolside kitchen, an expanded ladies\u2019 lounge, a larger clubhouse kitchen and enhanced golf practice areas and course enhancements. The fresh programming and amenities available at the Country Club at DC Ranch won\u2019t just offer best-in-class opportunities to the adults members; with additions like a tween room and an expanded kid\u2019s playroom, the littlest guests will have much to look forward to as well. ccdcranch.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

The members of Country Club at DC Ranch were named <\/em>Most Philanthropic Country Club Community for the second year in a row. <\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Country Club at DC Ranch\u00a0<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Best Pro Shop and Most Challenging Course: Wigwam Golf Club\/The Gold Course at Wigwam<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., The Gold Course is one of three 18-hole courses at The Wigwam. Long par 4s, memorable par 5s and small elevated greens characterize the 7,345-yard course. A renovation led by PGA TOUR veteran Tom Lehman in 2015 modernized the bunkering and layouts while keeping Trent Jones Sr.\u2019s signatures greens as he intended. The course\u2019s name comes from one of the official colors of the property\u2019s original developer and then-owner, the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. For post-play shopping, the club\u2019s pro shop stocks all the industry\u2019s top apparel and equipment brands. wigwamgolf.com<\/a>. Also a 2018 winner!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Gold Course at Wigwam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Best Sporting Event: Waste Management Phoenix Open<\/strong><\/h4>\n

A favorite annual event of locals and visitors alike, the tournament is played at the TPC Stadium Course with some of golf\u2019s top names competing for the winning title. Home to the raucous 16th hole and Birds Nest entertainment venue, the WM Phoenix Open has done an excellent job at attracting spectators outside of the golf community. The tournament also benefits many local charities and has raised more than $134 million in its 83-year history. wmphoenixopen.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Waste Management Phoenix Open<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

AFM Fave! Best Up-and-Coming Arizona Team:Phoenix Rising FC<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As the 2018 USL Western Conference Champions, Phoenix Rising is quickly gaining momentum. Last season set multiple attendance records with more than 106,000 regular season spectators. Season ticket sales are also up from this time last year and more than 55 sponsors have already signed on for the 2019 season. Even the next generation is getting in on the action. Nearly 8,500 kids are playing for Phoenix Rising FC youth soccer clubs. phxrisingfc.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Phoenix Rising<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Favorite Arizona Coach: Kevin Guy, Arizona Rattlers<\/strong><\/h4>\n

To say Kevin Guy\u2019s list of accomplishments is impressive would be an understatement. He\u2019s spent 10 seasons with the Rattlers and is the winningest coach in the team\u2019s history. He also boasts the highest winning percentage in Arena Football League history and has been named Coach of the Year three times. Additional standout accolades include AF2 Hall of Fame and University of West Alabama Hall of Fame inductee, three-time ArenaBowl Champion, 2017 Indoor Football League Champion and many more. azrattlers.com.<\/a> Also a 2018 winner!<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Arizona Rattlers was named Best Pro Sports Team<\/em>!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Kevin Guy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Favorite Arizona Pro Athlete and Most Philanthropic Athlete: Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals<\/h4>\n

Loyalty rings true with Cardinals\u2019 wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald. His entire pro career he\u2019s donned the red jersey and currently ranks fourth all-time in NFL history in receiving yards per game. This past season, he even threw his very first touchdown pass of his NFL career. He also inspires off the field with his own foundation, the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund, benefiting both the youth and the ongoing effort to prevent and cure breast cancer. larryfitzgerald.com<\/a>. Also a 2018 winner!<\/em><\/p>\n

Fast Faves<\/h4>\n

Best Golf Instructor:<\/strong> Mike Malaska, Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club and Las Sendas Golf Club, malaskagolf.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Best Sporting Goods Store:<\/strong> Road Runner Sports, roadrunnersports.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Best Sports Venue:<\/strong> Chase Field, chase.crowndns.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Best Spring Training Field:<\/strong> Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, saltriverfields.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"From some of the nation’s most prolific sporting events to world renown golf courses, the Valley had a lot to say about their local favorites. Over 60 days, nearly 370k votes were cast in 450+ categories to determine the Best of Our Valley 2019 winners. 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