Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA

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3.4

3784 Reviews (3784)

5 Stars

1069

4 Stars

1570

3 Stars

676

2 Stars

276

1 Stars

193

Conditions

3.2

Value

3.4

Layout

3.8

Friendliness

4.2

Pace

3.5

Amenities

3.6

64.8%

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3006 out of 3784 reviews

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3.4

151 Reviews (151)

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Conditions

3.3

Value

3.4

Layout

3.9

Pace

3.3

Amenities

3.7

StaffFriendliness

4.0

68.2%

Recommend this course

103 out of 151 reviews

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3.1

236 Reviews (236)

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Conditions

2.8

Value

3.1

Layout

3.7

Pace

3.3

Amenities

3.4

StaffFriendliness

4.0

54.7%

Recommend this course

129 out of 236 reviews

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AI summaries based on real golfer reviews

Course Highlights

Starfire's challenging layout in the heart of Scottsdale consistently draws repeat players who appreciate its interesting design and competitive conditions. Friendly staff and reasonable pricing make it a compelling alternative to the pricier courses surrounding it.

About

Holes 18

Type Semi-Private

Par 70

Length 6106 yards

Slope 124

Rating 68.8

Formerly known as Starfire Golf Club - The King Course.

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Satellite Layout

Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
Palmer	70	6106 yards	68.8	124
Regular (W)	70	5630 yards	71.2	130
Regular	70	5630 yards	66.9	114
Middle	70	5084 yards	64.4	110
Middle (W)	70	5084 yards	68.0	119
Forward	70	4467 yards	61.2	102
Forward (W)	70	4467 yards	64.6	107

Track Rounds

Scorecard

Scorecard for The King

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Total
Palmer M: 68.8/124	559	188	421	144	349	498	400	203	504	3266	197	396	339	479	169	385	369	153	353	2840	6106
Regular M: 66.9/114 W: 71.2/130	502	166	393	116	329	476	377	183	466	3008	178	369	319	453	145	368	321	130	339	2622	5630
Middle M: 64.4/110 W: 68.0/119	451	143	355	94	309	436	354	145	437	2724	155	314	288	433	125	334	289	113	309	2360	5084
Middle/Forward W: 66.4/111	451	143	355	94	284	390	339	117	370	2543	155	314	245	397	125	334	262	84	256	2172	4715
Forward M: 61.2/102 W: 64.6/107	387	121	328	82	284	390	339	117	370	2418	111	278	245	397	113	303	262	84	256	2049	4467
Handicap	9	15	1	17	13	11	7	5	3		10	4	8	12	18	6	2	16	14
Par	5	3	4	3	4	5	4	3	5	36	3	4	4	5	3	4	4	3	4	34	70
Handicap (W)	11	15	1	17	13	9	5	7	3		12	4	8	10	18	6	2	16	14

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Course Details

Year Built 1988

Fairways Bermuda Grass

Greens Bermuda Grass

Golf Season Year round

Architect Arnold Palmer (1988) Ed Seay Robert Walker (1988)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees

GPS No

Pull-carts Yes

Caddies No

Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes

Golf School/Academy Yes

Teaching Pro Yes

Pitching/Chipping Area Yes

Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover, AMEX Welcomed

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

3.4

3784 Reviews (3784)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:

Drinks 91

Patio Dining 80

Brunch 56

Course Challenges Include:

Water Hazards 148

Bunkers 121

Narrow Fairways 63

This course/club is great for:

Locals 127

Seniors 100

Playing Multiple Courses 70

This Course's Location is:

Convenient to the City 173

Near Local Attractions 45

In the 'Burbs 39

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

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Roypetersjr

Played On 12/04/2023

Reviews 5

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 01/09/2024

Thank you for the 5 star review! We look forward to getting you back out here for another round.

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

damartin98

Played On 12/12/2023

Reviews 3

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 01/09/2024

Thank you for playing Starfire and thank you for the 5 star review!

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

u314164741935

Played On 12/11/2023

Reviews 1

Handicap 20-24

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once every three months

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Average

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

u314164735894

Played On 12/09/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Incredible Course

Starfire has an amazing 18 hole course. The grounds were in impeccable condition. The entire staff was super friendly! I’d absolutely recommend playing this course - great value!

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 01/09/2024

Thank you for the great feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed the Starfire experience. Our golf course is unique, fun and challenging and our staff help make us outstanding!

We look forward to welcoming you back out again soon!

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

u314164652145

Played On 12/05/2023

Reviews 1

Handicap 20-24

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for the 5 star review!

We hope to have you back out for more golf or our great weekday happy hours soon!

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

ALDavis63

Played On 12/08/2023

Reviews 3

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire and thank you for the 5 star review!

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

jdrbbns

Played On 11/30/2023

Reviews 9

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

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u547789099

Played On 11/30/2023

Reviews 39

3.0

Verified Purchaser

Conditions Average

Value Average

Layout Average

Friendliness Good

Pace Fair

Amenities Average

Comment

dangerharter

Played On 12/06/2023

Reviews 4

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Average

Layout Average

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

robert8973108

Played On 12/04/2023

Reviews 5

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Underrated course close by

For an older course in a residential community, this course is a gem. Really good layout and in very good condition. Very playable but wish the green fee was a little lower. Will definitely return.

Conditions Excellent

Value Average

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire and thank you for the great feedback! We are so happy you enjoyed the Starfire experience. Our golf course is unique, fun and challenging and our staff help make us outstanding!

We look forward to welcoming you back out again soon!

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

Rich4157094

Played On 11/26/2023

Reviews 30

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Average

Layout Average

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

u000002357426

Played On 12/03/2023

Reviews 3

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Average

Comment

u314164679107

Played On 11/28/2023

Reviews 1

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

u314163197172

Played On 12/02/2023

Reviews 1

Handicap 5-9

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

3.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Cold weather

Used cart

don't waste your money

Im new to the scottsdale area and have been trying to play a new track every week. I had my hopes for this one. It is not worth the money, id pay max 65 bucks for here. Its nothing special at all. There are way better courses for this price. The staff told me it goes up to 225 in march.

Conditions Good

Value Poor

Layout Fair

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Average

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire and thank you for your feedback. We apologize your experience was not up to par, but your feedback is what motivates us to get better.

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

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tyl3r

Played On 12/02/2023

Reviews 33

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

4.0

Previously Played

Good Course & Location

Positives: Great location: pretty much center of scottsdale. Pretty good conditions with exception of the tee boxes that hadn’t been moved from the day before. Fun layout. Under 4hr pace. Lunch after the round was great. Overall, had a great time.

Negatives: Rangers kept bothering us over pace; The group in front of us was slightly faster than us, but we were under a 4hr pace & the group behind us never waited on us. It was actually a nice pocket we found between a faster & slower group …& for some back story; I used to work at a very nice golf club & understand pace of play, but I think this whole “hurry up & wait” culture needs to end. Of course nobody wants to wait on every tee box, but let’s realize that we’re out there to have a good time. Rangers need to chill on trying to get every group to play in 3 hours. We’re not all trying to play cardio golf like Mark Wahlberg -> respect to him though! LOL crack open a drink & enjoy the time out there!

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Fair

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire Golf Club and thank you for your feedback.

We are continually working to improve our golfers’ experience and your feedback is what motivates us to get better.

We hope to welcome you back again soon.

Travis Fish, Director of Golf

NCYrNeDxyJJBsIv4Jyei

Played On 11/24/2023

Reviews 2

Handicap 5-9

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Average

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Average

Comment

jdrbbns

Played On 11/30/2023

Reviews 9

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Average

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

u314164735518

Played On 11/30/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Nice quiet course for the price

As a couple we had the course to ourselves which is hard to find. The course is decent for the price. We just played the front 9 holes and barely saw anyone. I'm a single digit cap but my girlfriend is just beginning so we took our time. From the tips it's decent and the closest tees were great for a beginner.

Conditions Average

Value Good

Layout Average

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for the great feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed the Starfire experience. Our golf course is unique, fun and challenging and our staff help make us outstanding!

We look forward to welcoming you back out again soon!

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

dorianduke

Played On 11/28/2023

Reviews 3

Handicap 25+

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

We have played this course several times over the years, we live 500 miles away. Great course, great staff. Greens a little slow, but course has always been in excellent shape.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire Golf Club! We’re excited you enjoyed your experience at Starfire Golf Club. We look forward to welcoming you back. Move closer so we can make that happen. :)

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

gswolfe1870

Played On 11/27/2023

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Starfire Golf Course Review

My wife and I played Starfire for the second time (once in 2022)11/27/23 and were impressed. The course is beautiful and well cared for. All staff were outstanding in friendliness and helpfulness. The pace was efficient. Wish we could have benefitted from the discount card, but are in the area for only a few days.

We will definitely return to play again.

Gordon and Sally Wolfe

Play usually at Colorado National in Erie, CO

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

StarfireGC

Commented on 12/10/2023

Thank you for playing Starfire and thank you for your well thought out feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed fun golf course and our friendly team! Our team definitely knows how to create an experience for our golfers.

We look forward to having you back soon!

-Travis Fish, Director of Golf

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FAQ

What is the address of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course?

Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course is located at 11500 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260, Maricopa County.

Is Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course open to the public?

Yes, Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course is open to the public.

What year did Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course open?

Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course was built in 1988.

Who designed Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course?

Arnold Palmer (1988), Ed Seay and Robert Walker (1988) are the architects of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course.

What type of grass does Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course have?

Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course has Bermuda Grass greens and Bermuda Grass fairways.

What is the par of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course

The par of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course is 70.

What is the length of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course

The length of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course is 6106 yards.

What is the rating of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course

The rating of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course is 68.8.

What is the slope of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course

The slope of Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course is 124.

What are the course conditions at Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at Scottsdale Country Club - The Championship Course are good.

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