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Tim Gavrich
Senior Writer
Tim Gavrich is a Senior Writer for GolfPass. A student of course design since he took up the game at age six, he played for his college team at Washington and Lee University and still tries to tee it up in competition whenever possible. He has been involved in the golf industry since 2011, and has written full-time about golf travel and architecture since 2014.
A native of Avon, Connecticut now residing in Vero Beach, Florida, he has played golf on two continents so far and is not too bad on Bermuda greens for a left-handed New Englander. Follow him on Twitter @TimGavrich and on Instagram @TimGavrich.
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October 1, 2025
Recent years' new golf courses in real estate developments have delivered some improvements for visitors and future residents.
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October 1, 2025
All charity outings should aspire to be as fun and well-run as Foursomes for Fatherhood, an annual tournament to benefit Hartford's Village for Families & Children.
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September 28, 2025
The Americans showed guts during a Sunday comeback attempt before falling to Europe.
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September 25, 2025
Several states have invested in including golf alongside other recreation for residents and visitors. The result is some of the best-value golf in the country.
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September 24, 2025
The biennial match-play throwdown has a strong track record of visiting expensive but often publicly-accessible courses.
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September 23, 2025
Who better to make you a better golfer than those who have gotten it done on the most pressure-packed of stages?
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September 20, 2025
The inaugural Content Cup, held at 1983 Ryder Cup site PGA National in Florida, was a reminder of the joy of team match play.
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September 19, 2025
The original outpost of the modern golf 'Munaissance' is an epic ode to public golf.
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September 17, 2025
With Kapalua's Plantation Course off the table, we debate the best options to host the PGA Tour's season-opening event.
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September 16, 2025
Golf course news and notes: September, 2025.
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September 14, 2025
A supposedly fun thing I'll absolutely do again.
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September 10, 2025
There are many ways to experience the world through golf. Which one speaks most to you?
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September 9, 2025
In 2025, September 9 is the 'official' day, but golfers need to make greenkeepers' lives easier every day.
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September 7, 2025
Is your home state known for the hospitality of its golf courses?
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September 3, 2025
The annual week-long party brings upwards of 3,000 golfers to one of America's great destinations, all vying for the title of World Champion.
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August 23, 2025
The rising-star instructor's ability to simplify complex swing conundrums has won her legions of fans and helped her improve the game of countless golfers.
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August 21, 2025
The Commons, a 12-hole course laid out by Jim Craig, is a key part of Sand Valley's ongoing expansion plans.
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August 16, 2025
Visiting golfers should always remember to be good guests, not just at private clubs, but everywhere.
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August 16, 2025
Refreshed by architect Andrew Green, the FedEx Cup finale host is ready to test the PGA Tour's 30 best.
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August 13, 2025
From South Carolina's four Lowcountry counties down as far as northeast Florida, golf between live oaks and salt marshes is a treat.
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August 13, 2025
Can't we take a break from medal play?
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August 11, 2025
Products and techniques come together to make scorching rounds comfortable.
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August 10, 2025
Golf course news and notes: August, 2025.
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August 6, 2025
These facilities each offer at least four different golf courses to play.
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July 30, 2025
Recent hot takes belie an intolerance that runs against golf's spirit of camaraderie.
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July 26, 2025
Situated in upstate New York, Storm King Golf Club is about far more than birdies and bogeys.
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July 26, 2025
Adam Sandler, endless celebs and pro golfers provide enough laughs and callbacks to keep viewers happy.
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July 23, 2025
We introduce new grips, a putting aid and more in this month's report.
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July 23, 2025
From a deep-dive with Scheffler and coach Randy Smith to detailed analysis of his golf swing, GolfPass' world-class instructors can help you play your best by learning from the four-time major champion.
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July 20, 2025
Scottie and Rory steal the show, ratifying Royal Portrush and a look ahead to 2026.
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July 16, 2025
Golf course news and notes: July, 2025.
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July 11, 2025
The world-class Northern Irish links is ready to host its second Open Championship in six years.
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July 6, 2025
The recent return of a feared favorite course and a recent property sale point to a potential resurgence in the mountains north of New York City.
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July 2, 2025
Amazon's annual mega-sale - expanded to four days this year - includes deals on golf clubs, apparel and other products.
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July 1, 2025
Resort owner Johnny Morris’ and his son J.P.’s showmanship is on full display at a new par-3 course at one of America’s most exciting golf resorts.
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June 30, 2025
Artificial intelligence's constant push into contemporary life includes widespread adoption by golf companies from manufacturers to instruction and beyond.
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June 25, 2025
We review the new Maxfli irons, a pair of new Reebok golf shoes and the perfect product to keep you cool this summer.
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June 24, 2025
Control often trumps power - learn these techniques to pull off a great shot when you need to.
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June 22, 2025
Tommy Fleetwood's failure keyed Keegan Bradley's triumph at a wild 2025 Travelers Championship.
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June 17, 2025
The architect nicknamed “Maverick” pushed the limits of golf course design and inspired some of today’s boldest courses.
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June 16, 2025
Golf course news and notes: June, 2025.
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June 15, 2025
Oakmont's difficulty, terrible weather and a packed leaderboard gave fans all they could hope for at a compelling U.S. Open.
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June 15, 2025
Despite its modest length, this stalwart PGA Tour venue defends itself well against the world's best golfers while remaining fun for the rest of us.
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June 5, 2025
The phoenix-like rise of Cobbs Creek Golf Club, a long-neglected Philadelphia classic, headlines this year's rundown of feel-good stories across American municipal golf.
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June 4, 2025
You can rarely go wrong with a golf-themed gift for dear old dad.
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June 2, 2025
Beau Welling's re-envisioning of an early Pete Dye layout makes for a pleasant and scenic round at one of Florida's best resort properties.
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May 30, 2025
Owen Wilson stars as a washed-up but cheery former pro looking for redemption through a young, talented protege.
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May 29, 2025
The new golf course, called Fenmoor, will feature as many as nine holes on Lake Oconee and is expected to open in late 2026.
