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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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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.
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May 28, 2025
We review PXG's new putter, Tiger Woods' latest apparel release and more.
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May 22, 2025
It's easy to let a disappointing score get in your head. Perform a much-needed reset with this four-pack of tips from GolfPass' world-class teachers.
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May 18, 2025
Fully open as of spring 2025 and accessible to guests of the nearby Camp Creek Inn, The Third showcases Love Golf Design's considerable talents.
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May 18, 2025
Consecutive underwhelming outings at Valhalla and Quail Hollow raise questions about what could improve golf's current fourth-best major championship.
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May 14, 2025
Nothing beats competitive golf - even when it goes poorly.
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May 14, 2025
Golf course news and notes: May, 2025.
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May 14, 2025
We're redefining the meaning of "the most exclusive golf courses." These courses make the likes of Augusta and Pine Valley look downright easy to access.
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May 12, 2025
The 2025 PGA Championship host is a sturdy championship test with a thrilling finish.
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May 7, 2025
Want to look and feel good during your next special round of golf? Browse some of our favorite brands and their golf shirts in this buying guide.
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May 7, 2025
For the Turkish Airlines Open, the 16th tee is in a truly preposterous place.
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May 7, 2025
The proliferation of new brands make finding quality golf polos for less than a Benjamin much easier than the past.
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May 5, 2025
With a well-situated hotel, beach club and golf course in different locations, the Delray Beach-based resort offers the opportunity to explore.
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April 30, 2025
Less than two hours from Chicago, Lake Geneva has plenty of quality golf thanks to two excellent resort properties.
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April 28, 2025
A reliable routine is one of the pillars of good golf. Improving your approach is one way to lower your scores without changing any aspect of your swing.
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April 27, 2025
We take a trip to golf shoe camp, review a new rangefinder from the industry leader, wear some "absurdly comfortable pants" and more in this month's dispatch.
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April 23, 2025
Laid out by Bill Bergin and Rees Jones, the north Georgia resort’s clifftop new golf course is one of America’s most scenic.
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April 22, 2025
PGA Golf Club's Wanamaker Course is one of three strong layouts at one of Florida's best facilities.
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April 21, 2025
The 2024 BMW Championship put on a show by teeing it up from 8,130 yards at Colorado's Castle Pines, the longest course in PGA TOUR history.
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April 21, 2025
Golf course news & notes: April, 2025
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April 19, 2025
The Golf Course Superintendents Association Of America's (GCSAA) annual Rounds 4 Research auction is underway.
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April 16, 2025
Pete Dye's two great Palmetto State institutions come from different eras and enjoy different settings. Which is better?
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April 15, 2025
From unnecessary noise to an existential threat to yardage books to the way it treats grown men and women like toddlers, golf cart GPS takes soul away from the game.
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April 13, 2025
Where will GolfPass Academy Tour go next?
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April 13, 2025
This Rory rollercoaster just might go down as the most amazing and emotional major of all time.