Originally Posted by
Newton_14
Totally agree. And Sage is mostly right about the 3 way game of chicken, but there is one other factor at play here. I can't really go into it on the board, but it will play a huge role in how this shakes out. It will be a darn shame if this course is not saved. I don't care how it happens (City takes it over or private party purchases it) I just want the place to survive.
Meanwhile, with all this going on, the greens are going downhill quickly. Crabgrass has set in, and they are horrendous. It will take a fair sum of money to get them healthy again.
I'm sure Veasey worked extremely hard to make the pro shop as successful as it has been, but hasn't he essentially had one of the best arrangements in golf history regarding his deal with Hillandale? Maybe he could show his appreciation by being a bit giving when negotiating with SunTrust & the city.
I haven't played there in 20 years, probably. But I remember the course had some fine holes on it, and that the layout was above average for a traditional-style public course. If there were really 35,000 rounds played on Hillandale last year, then it would be a real shame for it to close down.
Man, if your Mom made you wear that color when you were a baby, and you're still wearing it, it's time to grow up!