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Brandon Tucker
Former Sr. Managing Editor
Brandon Tucker was the Sr. Managing Editor for GolfPass from 2019-2021 and was the founding editor of Golf Advisor in 2014, which he ran until 2020 when Golf Advisor's editorial staff and community golf course reviews became part of GolfPass. Tucker helped drive community engagement to the site in the form of course reviews by everyday golfers and was the creator of Golf Advisor's annual Best-Of lists, later called Golfers' Choice. Prior to Golf Advisor, he was the travel editor for Golf Channel Travel and oversaw the WorldGolf network of golf travel websites. From the time he was part of WorldGolf.com in 2006 until departing GolfPass in 2021, he played golf in over two dozen countries and at over 600 courses around the world. As a youth, Tucker spent his summer on the municipal courses of Ann Arbor Michigan and was a co-captain of the state finalist high school golf team. He may have played everywhere from Pebble Beach to St. Andrews, but Tucker's favorite way to play the game will always be on a fun and welcoming public course in under three hours, and ideally somewhere in his home state of Michigan. Brandon can be found on Twitter at @BrandonTucker and on Instagram at btuck34.
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June 8, 2018
Why does a round of golf take so long? Brandon Tucker looks at some symptoms of slow play and what can be improved to make it faster.
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June 5, 2018
We asked five women at Golf Channel where their favorite destinations are to play the game they love. Here are their answers.
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June 4, 2018
We looked at our golfer ratings and reviews for the month to see which courses earned the best marks. View our May Power Rankings.
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May 30, 2018
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May 17, 2018
There isn't just one X-factor that makes St. Andrews such a special golf destination. Brandon Tucker breaks down why it's such a fulfilling trip and what destinations in North America offer a taste of it.
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May 15, 2018
With states now free to create their own sports betting laws, which golf destinations are poised to reap the benefits? Brandon Tucker examines.
Whether you're in the spectator gallery or lining up your ball on the tee, your round of golf, golf vacation or outing at a TPC will be unforgettable...
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May 3, 2018
Honolulu officials are considering a Topgolf concept at the famously popular municipal Ala Wai Golf Course. Will these partnerships become more common at urban courses throughout the country?
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April 16, 2018
Greg Norman's design firm has built over 100 courses around the world. Here are the best according to our golfer ratings and reviews.
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April 1, 2018
Many public courses have traces of Augusta National. Brandon Tucker shares some elements, from a grand entrance to scale and short courses, that anyone can experience.
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March 26, 2018
Host of the 2021 PGA Championship, Kiawah Island is planning a host of new accommodation and activity upgrades, including Ocean Course cottages and new West Village inn.
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March 19, 2018
Brandon Tucker looks at the current state of the original Austin Country Club, the City of Austin's Hancock Golf Course. What should the future hold for this historic property?
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March 15, 2018
Reynolds Lake Oconee continues to add more amenities for buddies trips. The latest is a state-of-the-art sporting club. Brandon Tucker sees what else is new.
Nestled in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, Red Sky Golf Club’s Tom Fazio and Greg Norman courses are consistently ranked at the top of their class. Both courses feature dramatic mountain views from greens surrounded by aspen forests, wildflower meadows and sage covered hills. Guests at Beaver Creek and Vail Resort’s lodging properties enjoy coveted access to the courses of Red Sky Golf Club.
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March 7, 2018
Managing Editor Brandon Tucker shares some tips on how you can seek out and book a value tee time for your next round of golf.
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February 16, 2018
Tune up your golf game or get a lesson at one of these Austin-area driving ranges and practice facilities.
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February 7, 2018
A report in the U.K. by the Climate Coalition says links golf courses around the world will be devastated if sea-level rises come to fruition.
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January 3, 2018
A desert golf course near San Diego was Golf Advisor's top-rated course in 2017. View the full top ten based on reviews from golfers like you.
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January 1, 2018
Golf Advisor looks back on the most popular articles about courses, travel, equipment and etiquette in 2017. Also, see our most active reviewers and golf clubs.
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December 26, 2017
2017 was a big year for new golf courses. Some fared better than others according to our golf course ratings. We look at what they're saying about Silvies Valley, Streamsong, and more.
Renewed Golf Gets Rave Reviews! Come Play at Saddlebrook's two Arnold Palmer signature 18-hole golf courses and enjoy deluxe accommodations, award-winning dining, and much more!
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December 20, 2017
Mayakoba, the resort development on Mexico's Riveria Maya, has a brand new resort: Andaz, a contemporary and stylish alternative to Fairmont, Banyan Tree and Rosewood.
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December 7, 2017
Cabo San Lucas is red hot with new golf courses and luxury resorts. Cabo Del Sol and the Sheraton Grand Los Cabos continue to set the pace for a Mexico stay-and-play.
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December 5, 2017
Southern golf is heating up based on your reviews in November. See which courses made our Top 10, from Palm Springs to Phoenix and Florida.
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November 21, 2017
Myrtle Beach is one of the deepest golf destinations on the east coast. Managing Editor Brandon Tucker shares his ten best courses on the Grand Strand.
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November 21, 2017
The airlines seem to get a bad rep, but Brandon Tucker says in recent years, the air travel experience has noticeably improved in many ways.
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November 6, 2017
A Las Vegas favorite was the leading course according to Golf Advisor reviews in October. View the full top ten here.
Spring will be here in no time—and our world-class courses, luxury accommodations and fine dining will be waiting! Will you be ready? Plan your 2023 golf outings now!
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October 23, 2017
Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort hosts the Golf Channel Am Tour's annual Duel in the Desert Feb. 4-6, 2016. With more than 400 competitors, it's become one of the biggest events on the amateur competitive golf circuit.
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October 9, 2017
Short game guru Dave Pelz shares tips on how to install a memorable and usable backyard putting green.
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October 3, 2017
We looked at your ratings and reviews from July to September to see which courses earned the highest marks. Check out the latest installment of Power Rankings.
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September 15, 2017
We've got the best golf courses according to your ratings and reviews through the first five years of Golf Advisor. View the full Top 100 here.
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September 1, 2017
The top-rated courses in August based on golfer reviews feature Oregon and Arizona, as well as a Galveston-area course that was later impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
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August 30, 2017
We asked Local Golf Advisor Bryan Tweed about where to play golf around Chicago. See which courses he say you should play on your next visit to the Windy City.
