Ken McDonald Golf Course

Checkin started iffy and only got worse. We reserved a tee time (GN) for early Saturday, when we walked in to the clubhouse to check in and pay, we had to wait for the starter to finish his conversation the guy at the register. The started wanted to make sure his buddies were being taken care of. Awkward wait as I could tell the guy at the register knew better than to interrupt the starter. Once we had the attention of the guy taking money, it was fine, we paid for our 18 holes and we were off to see the starter who sent us off in the back nine. As we finished up the last couple holes of our first nine, we could hear 5, 10, even 20 minute calls for the next groups. We figured something went wrong so we went in side at the turn to ask if we would be able to play the front nine. We were told no, by the starter. Men’s League had the tee box for the next 2 hours. He was quite rude about it too. I assured them we paid for 18 to which they looked it up and verified we did pay for 18. At that point the guy that took the money apologized as he was aware the was an issue with GN and that 18 holes were not available and that the three other groups were only charged for 9 holes. The starter doubled down that we could only play nine holes. At that pint there was no offer to give us a refund, a voucher, nothing. I had to awkwardly insist we paid for 18 holes and we should be given the opportunity to play. The money guy then looked up and noticed there was a small window where we could play the back nine again if we choose. Starter chimed in “that’s your only option!” . So, if you don’t know the starter, expect poor customer service!! What makes things worse is I had a buddy in from Tucson who had never played in Phoenix. Not a great first impression. We will be skipping this course in the future, even if it is a “great deal”.

I’ve played here before and I enjoy it but…I know it’s the summer but the conditions were not the best. The greens were in good shape which is important but the fairways were stressed out and a lot of areas with no grass. I’ll still come and play don’t worry but I’m thinking with the current conditions, the $40 to play at 930 was maybe just a tad too much.

The course is in very poor condition.

The middle of the fairways are dirt (mud) and the collars of the greens are even worse.

I was very disappointed with the course conditions as I have come to expect it to be much better. I’ll try it again in the Fall but I’m done with it for the summer.

Very little variety on this course layout. Fairways were spotty with a lot of burned Bermuda scalp. Greens slow and bunkers hard. Very little shade on course. I visit infrequently to see if it feels or plays any different and wish I could say it felt like a downturn due to heat. It’s just not very good compared to other options in the area. They do offer a walking rate though, which can be a bonus.

Greens and fairways in good shape. Some areation somewhat slow.

Summer golf. Not expecting much but still think the course should be in a little better shape. Didn’t spend a lot for the tee time, so not a huge deal, but slightly disappointed compared t the last time I played.

Fairways have a lot of dead spots but we simply took relief as "ground in repair." Greens were absolutely exceptional!

Pace was great, if anything we were the slow group. I'm looking forward to going back!

The fairways were a little rough due to aeration, but overall the course was not too bad.

Most of the fairways were burnt and had no grass at all. You were hitting off the dirt. Course layout is good, but course conditions were horrible. They played on a Saturday morning, but playing in five hours is not something that you should ever have to do.

I looked forward to meeting Mike because of all the positive reviews, & then there was Lexi who drove the refreshment cart who supported me by purchasing a signed copy of my self-published memoir. I definitely look forward to going back

Course is undergoing aeration, bare spots all over the place. I'd wait for better conditions.

Made a tee time for 4 of us and was notified on the way to the course that one player had injured their wrist and was unable to play. I let them know at the pro shop and there didn't seem to be an issue. It was a hot day in the middle of the week and there were few players following us out so it's unlikely that they turned anyone away on account of us. Regardless, they requested that GOLFNOW collect the 4th green fee. Rather petty considering it was due to an injury and they clearly weren't full. I understand cancellation policies but I also understand forgiveness where it's warranted.

Great course for the price. It’s my home course and pace of play always is terrible being it’s a muni course.

Great course that is pretty straight forward but it does have a few tricks up it's sleeve.

Course played well and the green were very good.

I will play it again.