31 Photo: Lawrence Golf Design TEE BOX Jeff Lawrence is leading a comprehensive renovation and redesign of the golf course at Holly Tree Country Club, in his home town of Greenville, South Carolina. The course was laid out by George Cobb in 1973 and has seen few changes since. Lawrence is overseeing the redesign of every green complex, bunker reconstruction, tee work, the reshaping of three holes, regrassing, drainage upgrades and the installation of a new Toro irrigation system. “The club has made a significant commitment to undertake a comprehensive redesign project aimed at modernising the golf course and reinforcing its position within the competitive Greenville golf market,” said Lawrence. “This renovation ensures the course maintains a competitive edge while elevating the overall playing experience to meet modern expectations. “Each hole will possess its own distinct design character and strategic identity, offering a wide variety of playable attributes. This is essentially an enhanced look and feel that maximises the property’s natural elements while incorporating impactful architectural features that elevate both strategy and enjoyment.” Greens are a key focus of the project. Each will be significantly expanded to offer a wider range of pin positions and thought-provoking strategy. “Every green site has been uniquely designed to provide variety, intrigue and multiple strategic options for all skill levels,” said Lawrence. “These newly crafted putting surfaces introduce greater creativity and nuance, requiring thoughtful course management and rewarding wellexecuted approach shots in ways not previously experienced.” Surrounding the greens, new tightly mown collection areas are being introduced to expand recovery shot options, allowing players to use any club in the bag, and to add visual interest. “Bunkers will be more intentional and strategically positioned, adding visual interest while reinforcing shot values throughout the course,” said Lawrence. They will also feature liner from Better Billy Bunker. Duininck Golf is responsible for construction, KDC Irrigation is installing the Toro system, Golf Agronomics is providing the gravel and greens mix, and New Life Turf is providing Tahoma 31, 419 bermuda sod and TifEagle sprigs. “With the installation of a new irrigation system, upgraded turf varieties and high-quality construction practices, the overall conditioning will reach an elevated level of consistency and performance,” said Lawrence. “The result will be firmer, faster playing conditions that complement the architectural enhancements and provide a transformative golf experience for Holly Tree.” Jeff Lawrence oversees first major renovation of Holly Tree CC
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