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McAllen Country Club
About
For over 20 years McAllen Country Club was an average 9-hole layout. Then Jay Riviere came along in 1968, added nine more holes, and molded the course into a first-class layout. And now with the recent completion of a massive irrigation project, the course is in the best condition of its 55-year existence.
The design features plush fairways lined by oak trees, and small, elevated greens. Because of the tight fairways, locals are in the habit of using irons off the tee. The feature hole is No. 7, a 400-yard par 4 with an approach shot over water. Hole 17 is also tough, playing 222 yards from the back tees over water.
Getting there : From the McAllen Airport, take Wichita Ave. east. Once you cross the street next to the airport, you should be able to see the course.
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Conditions5.0
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Value4.0
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Layout4.0
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Friendliness5.0
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Pace4.0
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Amenities5.0
Golfer Reviews
risk reward
This particular course is not one of the longest that I have played, but is truly one of the most challenging,. With its tight narrowing fairways, and undulating greens. A number of holes are set up with a risk/reward scenario, testing even the most experienced golfing. Because of the tight lies, course management is a must. Many of the holes aren't set up for the "grip it and rip it" mentality (unless you enjoy punching out from the trees). I am a 12 handicap, and shaping shots is not my strength. South Texas is known for its "breezy" days, that's why this course requires thought on almost every shot. Although I don't get the opportunity to play this course as often as I would like, I do enjoy it when I, even though I feel mentally fatigued afterwards.
