The Tribute

f you like Scottish links courses, excellent service, near perfect conditions, tradition and history, and a good pace of play, then you will love the Tradition. From the clubhouse to the fairways to the flags for each hole, you’ll experience an old world charm, a true Scottish feel, and some of the most memorable and historic holes of Scotland. This top rated course (rated 78th in Golf Digest’s “Best in the US” and #1 Daily Fee Course in North Texas according to the Dallas Morning News in 2007) is a tribute to some of the best holes of Scottish golf from St. Andrews, Royal Troon, Carnoustie, Royal Dornach, Muirfield, and more. The course is characterized by wind swept dunes, sea washed grass, berms, and open fairways. Part of what makes playing The Tribute a memorable experience is the history and tradition, some of which is described on each hole marker – imagine yourself reliving some of that history as you tee off on Hogan’s Alley at Carnoustie and hear bagpipes in the background.

As you would expect of a links course, there are not a lot of trees and it doesn’t seem like there there is a lot of variety but the course is in perfect condition with great bent grass greens which are huge, in excellent condition, and tough to putt due to undulation and slope. Steep faced bunkers (and plenty of them), creeks, and natural grass hazards can cause a challenge, but if you play strategically, read the score card tips, and manage your club selection, you should score well and leave with a lasting memory. The Tribute also has an excellent Stay & Play Package – read our review of this outstanding package.

Good News!!! Justin Leonard is working with Trip Davis on a new course that will open in mid to late 2009 and will be adjacent to The Tribute. This is Leonard’s first Texas based design and the layout conjures the natural contours, hazard styles and green shapes of masterpieces such as Shinnecock Hills, National Golf Links, Prairie Dunes and Crystal Downs. Large, flowing bunkers, native grasses and subtle elevation changes will challenge players and mark the New Course as a wholly unique test of golf. Eight holes front Lake Lewisville. Keep your eyes out for the grand opening.