GolfBlogger Weekly Recap: July 19–25, 2025

GolfBlogger Weekly Recap: July 19–25, 2025

Here’s a roundup of this week’s articles on GolfBlogger.com

Doon Brae Short Course Review

The Doon Brae Short Course earned an A+ for its creative layout and fun factor. Add in the Back Yaird putting course, and it’s an afternoon worth playing.

Emerald Hills Golf Course Review

Emerald Hills, the former Awyn Downs, is a pleasant old school course that may not be challenging enough for better players. For the rest of us, it’s good enough.

Best vs. Favorite Courses

In this essay, the GolfBlogger explores the nuanced difference between a “best” course and a “favorite” one—because sometimes heart wins over prestige.

Three New Courses Added To “Collection”

In recent weeks, the GolfBlogger has played three new courses in Michigan, bringing the total to more than 300.

GAM Senior Four-Ball Champions Crowned

Mike Ignasiak and Randy Frederick clinched their second GAM Senior Four-Ball Championship.

Mason Sokolowski Wins Publinx State Match Play

Mason Sokolowski downs 2021 Champion Anthony Sorentino to win the 2025 Publinx State Match Play Championship.

GAM Women’s Championship Preview

Oakland University’s Katke-Cousins Course is set to host the 34th GAM Women’s Championship July 28–29.

GAM Boys’ Championship Preview

The GAM Boys’ Championship returns to Washtenaw Golf Club for the second consecutive year.

Juszczyk Returns to Boyne

Joe Juszczyk gears up to defend his title at the Boyne Tournament of Champions, one of Michigan’s marquee events.

Golf Poetry from Chick Evans

“A Chronic Semi-Finalist,” a poem by Charles “Chick” Evans, noted amateur champion and founder of the Evans Scholarships, from Lyrics of the Links (1921). Read the full poem for a nostalgic literary treat.

Golf Meets Chess

The week wrapped with a golf-themed chess set crowned the Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week.