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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March 29, 2023
The new XXIO Prime driver and XXIO Prime Royal driver offer slower-swinging golfers the promise of speed. Also: spring and summer apparel, nautical accessories and a first-of-its-kind rangefinder.
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March 27, 2023
Doughnut greens with bunkers in the center pop up occasionally, such as the Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio. Is this feature good or gimmicky?
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March 22, 2023
When it comes to carving out time for a golf vacation, getting to your destination on time is crucial.
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March 16, 2023
The 19th-hole debates are part of what makes golf fun. The game's two ruling institutions just gave millions fodder for months.
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March 14, 2023
Stricter test parameters for golf balls will cap distance at 317 yards under new launch conditions.
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March 12, 2023
Golf course news and notes: March, 2023.
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March 6, 2023
Originally a ski brand, Chervo makes small-batch, high-end golfwear.
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February 27, 2023
Summer-long project at Jack Nicklaus-designed Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club promises to bring the late-1980s design in line with contemporary golfers' needs.
1 Min Read
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February 27, 2023
Rory McIlroy, Hale Irwin and some of the world's best golf instructors are here to take some of the anxiety out of this situation for you.
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February 20, 2023
From massive muni updates to resort refreshes to private club nips and tucks to all-new courses coming online, there's much to look forward to for a golfer venturing to the Sunshine State in 2023.
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February 15, 2023
Golf course news & notes: February, 2023.
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February 15, 2023
Does it merit a place in every player's pocket?
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February 15, 2023
The eight-episode initial run follows a season in the life of a range of PGA Tour stars and journeymen, ultimately telling several stories more than one cohesive narrative.
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February 12, 2023
The ball that has dominated professional tours for more than 20 years continues to serve everyday golfers as well.
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February 6, 2023
The public outcry over the Royal & Ancient's well-intentioned renovation of one of the game's most sacred spots is a reminder of how even though change and modernity are always present, nostalgia and tradition drive golf's appeal.
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January 30, 2023
The industry's early-year get-together roared back to life, with plenty of interesting - and oddball - products and services featured.
1 Min Read
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January 25, 2023
A century after hosting it, East Potomac Links' overseers are reviving America's national championship for public golfers.
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January 24, 2023
Glorious weather, laid-back people and diverse perspectives mean ‘America’s Finest City’ teems with golf experiences at every level of seriousness and cost.
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January 12, 2023
From indirect references to complete reproductions, contemporary architects pay tribute to the striking architectural style of C.B. Macdonald and Seth Raynor golf courses.
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January 11, 2023
Golf course news and notes; January, 2023
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January 10, 2023
The January GolfPass Gear Report shares profiles of new TaylorMade, Callaway and Srixon drivers and woods, Cleveland Golf wedges and more.
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January 9, 2023
From major championship hosts to humble municipal layouts, dozens of existing courses are seeking to become their best selves this year.
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January 4, 2023
Acclaimed architect's first commission in the 'American Home of Golf' will be the resort's first brand-new course in 28 years.
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January 3, 2023
Developers are putting more attention into their golf courses than ever. If you are looking to live within a golf community, you need to learn how to distinguish high-quality from mediocre residential layouts.
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December 27, 2022
A new 'Golden Age' of golf course architecture charges forward with several exciting new courses worldwide.
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December 19, 2022
From the destruction of a golf resort to an our annual 'top 100' list, these articles moved the needle for our discerning readers this year.
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December 19, 2022
I am tremendously fortunate to get to do what I do for a living.
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December 19, 2022
In case you missed them, we share the favorite stories from our writers this year.
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December 15, 2022
They're popular for hit-and-giggle outings, but they can also be an awkward and frustrating way to play golf.
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December 12, 2022
Golf course news and notes: December, 2022
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December 8, 2022
The Match, TGL and other new-age non-tour events seek to captivate casual audiences and die-hards alike.
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December 3, 2022
From brand collaborations to limited drops to resort pro shops, there has never been more variety in apparel and accessories for golfers to choose from.
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November 30, 2022
Hit the clubhouse, make a birdie?
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November 28, 2022
Modern golf dominates the Sunshine State, but there are plenty of antiques - both polished and unvarnished - waiting to be unearthed by adventurous visitors.
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November 20, 2022
GOLF+, an increasingly popular virtual-reality golf video game, brings an impressive simulation of the game into your living room.
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November 17, 2022
How many strokes is Chuck getting, anyway?
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November 16, 2022
Las Vegas loves over-the-top luxury. This offer combines some golf with insider access to the 2023 Formula 1 race on the Strip.
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November 14, 2022
Golf course news and notes: November, 2022
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November 14, 2022
Harbour Town Golf Links is timeless, while Palmetto Dunes' lodgings and other on- and off-island golf courses offer solid value for a golf vacation.
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November 7, 2022
Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry and Morgan Pressel share their major-winning experience to help you play better.
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November 2, 2022
Both established resorts offer reliable Florida fall and winter golf getaways.
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October 27, 2022
In golf, the pursuit is the reward.
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October 22, 2022
The Ryder Cup and PGA Championship venue casts a long shadow, but the rest of the resort stacks up well.
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October 17, 2022
As GolfPass' newest 'Pop-up Clinic' series reveals, it's not what you might expect.
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October 17, 2022
From Fort Myers up through the Myrtle Beach area, 2022's first major hurricane has caused considerable disruption and inspired remarkable resilience.
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October 15, 2022
Golf course news and notes: October, 2022.
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October 11, 2022
Traditional looks collide with a new way for golfers to think about their fairway woods.
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October 10, 2022
From lending their facilities to The First Tee to hosting amateur tournament golf, private clubs have more opportunities to open their gates than ever before.
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October 6, 2022
From simple, straight-up distance lasers to new bells and whistles, more rangefinder companies than ever are competing for a coveted spot in your golf bag.
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March 29, 2023
The new XXIO Prime driver and XXIO Prime Royal driver offer slower-swinging golfers the promise of speed. Also: spring and summer apparel, nautical accessories and a first-of-its-kind rangefinder.
4 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
March 27, 2023
Doughnut greens with bunkers in the center pop up occasionally, such as the Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio. Is this feature good or gimmicky?
4 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
March 22, 2023
When it comes to carving out time for a golf vacation, getting to your destination on time is crucial.
9 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
March 16, 2023
The 19th-hole debates are part of what makes golf fun. The game's two ruling institutions just gave millions fodder for months.
7 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
March 14, 2023
Stricter test parameters for golf balls will cap distance at 317 yards under new launch conditions.
3 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
March 12, 2023
Golf course news and notes: March, 2023.
3 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
March 6, 2023
Originally a ski brand, Chervo makes small-batch, high-end golfwear.
3 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 27, 2023
Summer-long project at Jack Nicklaus-designed Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country Club promises to bring the late-1980s design in line with contemporary golfers' needs.
1 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 27, 2023
Rory McIlroy, Hale Irwin and some of the world's best golf instructors are here to take some of the anxiety out of this situation for you.
10 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 20, 2023
From massive muni updates to resort refreshes to private club nips and tucks to all-new courses coming online, there's much to look forward to for a golfer venturing to the Sunshine State in 2023.
3 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 15, 2023
Golf course news & notes: February, 2023.
1 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 15, 2023
Does it merit a place in every player's pocket?
5 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 15, 2023
The eight-episode initial run follows a season in the life of a range of PGA Tour stars and journeymen, ultimately telling several stories more than one cohesive narrative.
5 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 12, 2023
The ball that has dominated professional tours for more than 20 years continues to serve everyday golfers as well.
4 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
February 6, 2023
The public outcry over the Royal & Ancient's well-intentioned renovation of one of the game's most sacred spots is a reminder of how even though change and modernity are always present, nostalgia and tradition drive golf's appeal.
5 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 30, 2023
The industry's early-year get-together roared back to life, with plenty of interesting - and oddball - products and services featured.
1 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 25, 2023
A century after hosting it, East Potomac Links' overseers are reviving America's national championship for public golfers.
7 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 24, 2023
Glorious weather, laid-back people and diverse perspectives mean ‘America’s Finest City’ teems with golf experiences at every level of seriousness and cost.
7 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 12, 2023
From indirect references to complete reproductions, contemporary architects pay tribute to the striking architectural style of C.B. Macdonald and Seth Raynor golf courses.
4 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 11, 2023
Golf course news and notes; January, 2023
3 Min Read
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![Tim Gavrich]()
January 10, 2023
The January GolfPass Gear Report shares profiles of new TaylorMade, Callaway and Srixon drivers and woods, Cleveland Golf wedges and more.
10 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 9, 2023
From major championship hosts to humble municipal layouts, dozens of existing courses are seeking to become their best selves this year.
3 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 4, 2023
Acclaimed architect's first commission in the 'American Home of Golf' will be the resort's first brand-new course in 28 years.
8 Min Read
![Tim Gavrich]()
January 3, 2023
Developers are putting more attention into their golf courses than ever. If you are looking to live within a golf community, you need to learn how to distinguish high-quality from mediocre residential layouts.