Tim Gavrich

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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This woodsy fragrance is a Cool Golf Thing
Smells like birdies.
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NHL Outdoors At Lake Tahoe - Rink Build Out
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This temporary hockey venue is a Cool Golf Thing
Fairways are for more than golf.
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CME Group Tour Championship - Round Two
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New USGA CEO Mike Whan could usher in a new era for golf's most visible governing body
The former LPGA commissioner brings enthusiasm and a fresh perspective to the 126-year-old organization.
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SentryWorld lands the 2023 U.S. Senior Open, another triumph for Wisconsin golf
Golf course news and notes: February, 2021.
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AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - Round Two
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Green on blue is a Cool Golf Thing
Golf is at home by the sea.
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U.S. Open - Final Round
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Special Edition: Taking a stand on reining in golf equipment is a Cool Golf Thing
Recent USGA and R&A announcements on golf equipment regulations augur well for the long-term health of the game.
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Use the 4 main types of golf practice to improve your game
Simply swatting a bunch of balls can be frustrating and even counter-productive.
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Farmers Insurance Open - Final Round
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3 basic rulings every golfer (especially professionals) should know
Patrick Reed's and other Rules of Golf run-ins are a reminder to brush up.
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Keeping everyone informed is a Cool Golf Thing
Communicate, communicate, communicate.
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12 notable golf courses hosting 2021 U.S. Open qualifying
From exclusive private clubs to community-centric munis, a wonderful mix of courses will serve as stops en route to "The People's Championship."
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This quirky chess set is a Cool Golf Thing
It's a tribute fit for a former king of the professional game.
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Direct-to-consumer golf products guide: golf bags
E-commerce and social media-driven brands offer swank alternatives to the mainstream.
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Lido shuffle: long-lost pre-WWII golf course will be revived beside Wisconsin resort
When open, Lido was considered one of the world's greatest courses. Now, Mike Keiser's sons and Tom Doak are rebuilding it next to their Sand Valley Golf Resort property.
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Callaway's new Odyssey White Hot OG putter line is a Cool Golf Thing
Let's putt like it's 2000.
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3 suggestions for 2022 PGA Championship host golf courses
Golf course news and notes: January, 2021.
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Dan Hixson discusses new Callahan Ridge Golf Course
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22 new golf courses opening in 2021
Original work by Tom Doak, Gil Hanse and several other up-and-coming architects will debut soon.
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In spite of COVID, competitive golf hit its stride in 2020
Golf’s resurgence can be seen in the success of grassroots competitive events.
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Jean Van de Velde of France
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Where to watch golf films and TV series on major streaming services
Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu each have titles for golfers.
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The joy of discovery is a precious and Cool Golf Thing
Compelling golf is just around the corner.
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Cutters' Ridge GC at Manistee National Golf & Resort
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Want to name two golf courses and win $10,000? Now's your chance.
Golf course news and notes: December, 2020.
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This new professional golf concept is a Cool Golf Thing
You don't need to be a pro to go pro.
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Sheep Ranch: #1, #17
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Checking in on 2020's brand-new and renovated golf courses
Some courses are right on schedule; others have been set back by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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This green-contour heat map is a Cool Golf Thing
Them's the breaks.
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Why there has never been a better time to customize your golf clubs
Avid golfers who purchase blindly could waste hundreds or thousands of dollars on ill-fitting golf clubs.
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2019 US Open - Day 9
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This unexpected public appearance will be a Cool Golf Thing
Here comes the next generation.
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Trip tips: Sea Island and coastal Georgia's Golden Isles
PGA Tour players enjoy it so much that several of them call it home. You owe it to yourself to pop by for a visit.
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Cabot Pacific will add a new outpost to a growing golf resort brand in 2023
Golf course news and notes: November, 2020.
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The Masters - Final Round
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Your most embarrassing on-course blowup
It happened to Tiger Woods on Sunday at the Masters, so you should feel no shame about your own competitive mishaps.
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Masters Week: 27 private and public golf courses you can play in and around Augusta
Classic, mid-century and modern courses offer variety for visitors.
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The Masters - Final Round
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‘Eavesdropping’ on the best is a Cool Golf Thing
Listen in and learn.
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My 5 favorite Masters final rounds
Tiger and Phil feature (obviously), but are their performances #1?
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The sanctuary of the driving range is a Cool Golf Thing
Rough day? Nothing a small bucket can't fix.
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This architect's video manifesto is a Cool Golf Thing
A new presidency begins with a strong statement.
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5 ways Bermuda stands out among island golf destinations
It's a small island with a big personality and some of the best golf scenery in the world.
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This sternly-worded sprinkler head is a Cool Golf Thing
Sometimes it doesn't matter how far you are from the green.
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The golf course is a valuable 'third place,' now more than ever
A year of busted routines offers the opportunity to appreciate the game in new ways.
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Benton Harbor's comeback appeal
A religious commune, environmental cleanup and American manufacturing all play their roles in the past and future of this destination.
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Finally getting started is a Cool Golf Thing
Time to uncover another great municipal golf course.
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Fox Chapel Golf Club
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Famous Seth Raynor design reopens after complete restoration
Golf course news and notes: October, 2020.
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Waiting out the market is a Cool Golf Thing
Someone's about to move into a house built for Jack.
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What golf club membership is right for you?
There are all sorts of ways to enjoy the privileges of membership at a golf course, from the muni punch card to private club ownership.
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Cool Golf Things, Limited Edition: This hat clip/ball marker combo symbolizes golf's latest fashion trend
Armed with creative marketing and distribution tactics, brands like SNAPS challenge golf's commercial traditions.
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Brand-new greens keep Streamsong on the cutting edge
Original Red and Blue courses become the first to pilot Mach 1, a new strain of Bermuda turf.
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Hepburn On Golf Links
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Playing the long (read: eternal) game is a Cool Golf Thing
Katharine Hepburn was, and will always be, a golfer.
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U.S. Open - Round Three
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Reactions: Bryson DeChambeau and the future of pro golf
The 2020 U.S. Open champion's style of play has golfers sounding off.
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U.S. Open - Final Round
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2020 U.S. Open: This is not your father's game (or even yours) anymore
Bryson DeChambeau's victory puts golf at a crossroads.
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U.S. Open - Preview Day 3
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One-ball brutality is a Cool Golf Thing
You don't need to lose a ball to lose a stroke.
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2014 US Open - Round Two
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These 64 accessible golf courses have hosted a USGA championship
Golf history buffs should be aware of these hallowed grounds.
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The King’s swing was a Cool Golf Thing
Often imitated, never duplicated.
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Direct-to-consumer golf products guide: golf clubs
Cutting out the middleman can save you a bundle on your next set of sticks.
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Discounts at Pebble Beach, a golf resort expansion and news from overseas tour operators highlight this month's golf travel update.
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Can the momentum keep rolling in 2021?
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