How the Golf Course Review System Works

The System

Writing objectively about something subjective, such as my opinions on golf courses and their facilities, can be challenging. However, I will give it my best shot to be as thorough and fair as possible. When reviewing courses on jamesisgolfing.com, I have divided them into three categories: value, semi-private, and destination. This way, I can avoid comparing destination courses like Lake Buena Vista at Walt Disney World to local municipal courses such as Osceola Golf Course, as they are completely different experiences. Lastly, I want to ensure that I have played each course multiple times before reviewing it, so that my review can be comprehensive and accurate.

The Categories

Courses will be evaluated based on various factors. The first factor is the course itself, which includes the conditions of the greens and fairways, the level of difficulty, and the layout. Next, I'll be taking a close look at the practice facilities, such as the driving ranges and the areas for putting and chipping. As a food lover, I'll also be reviewing the quality and availability of dining options, beverages, and snacks. Additionally, I'll be considering the amenities provided, such as the pro-shop, locker rooms, and on-course restrooms. Lastly, the overall vibe of the course is crucial, so I'll definitely be mentioning the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. Feeling welcome is important to everyone, after all.

The Scoring

To score the course, I'll be using a sleeve of golf balls. Each category mentioned above will be assigned a rating, ranging from an empty sleeve (the worst) to a full sleeve (the best). This means that a perfect golf course would receive a total of fifteen golf balls. For example, a course might receive three balls for the course itself, two balls for the practice facilities, two balls for food and beverages, one ball for the amenities, and three balls for the staff. All of these ratings will be added together and then divided by fifteen. In the example given, it would be a total of 11 balls divided by 15, resulting in an overall rating of 6.9 out of 10. I hope this explanation makes sense and helps you decide where to play your next round.