Larry Lambrecht
Larry Lambrecht
Larry Lambrecht
Larry Lambrecht
Larry Lambrecht
Larry Lambrecht
Larry Lambrecht
The Grove XXIII
Hobe Sound, FL•Private
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The Grove XXIII
Mooskeys Crossing
Hobe Sound, FL 33455
United States
Overview
The golf world couldn’t wait to find out more when word got out in 2020 that NBA legend Michael Jordan had opened his own golf course in Florida, less than ten miles from his former club, The Medalist. Called The Grove XXIII (for the number Jordan wore through most of his career), the course seemed exotic and intriguing: a private retreat for Jordan and his buddies (including athletes from other realms), built on a bare bones parcel of agricultural land by Bobby Weed with one of the most technologically advanced practice facilities in the U.S. The design was equally inventive with holes that cross over so they can be played in shorter loops and routing configurations, full of half-par 4s and 5s to stimulate action in the high stake matches constantly being waged. Five years later The Grove XXIII design remains fresh, but the concept of a new course in these parts less so. The neighborhood has exploded with McArthur’s Back Yard by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw just to the east, Apogee Club’s three 18-hole courses down the road, Tom Doak’s Sandglass just beyond that, the new 36-hole development called The Ranch across Highway 76 from Apogee now getting underway and Discovery Land Company’s Atlantic Fields literally outside the doorstep. Hobe Sound is has become ground zero for premium golf development in Florida, but as has been so often the case in his life, Jordan set the standard and did it in a way no one else can replicate.
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Review
“The Grove XXIII is a really fun golf experience and one of the more unique private club environments I've visited. Michael Jordan has created a terrific place to enjoy golf, and the overall atmosphere is a major part of its appeal. The course itself is relatively straightforward, built on mostly flat terrain with generous fairways and plenty of room off the tee. It's enjoyable and very playable, but I didn't find it particularly challenging or architecturally memorable. While the routing is interesting in concept, the individual holes offer limited variety and few truly distinctive features. Conditioning was very good, with firm and fast playing surfaces that contributed positively to the experience. While not quite pristine, the course played well and was enjoyable throughout. What makes The Grove XXIII special is the overall experience. It's a fun, relaxed place to play, and the atmosphere makes you want to come back. While the architecture doesn't compare with some of the more exceptional courses I've played, the enjoyment factor is high. Overall, The Grove XXIII is a good golf course and a terrific place to spend the day. I would absolutely welcome the opportunity to play it again, even if the appeal is more about the experience than the golf course itself."
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“Such a great hang from driving into the facility to when you leave first class and sets the bar!!!"
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“Golf course is okay considering what others are built in the area...but the experience might be hard to beat anywhere."
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“Extremely unique experience with the caddies on motor bikes and the speed of play that they encourage. Golf course is very fun to play and in excellent condition. Shot options and layout variety are good, but not great. Staying on property over night is very special."
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“Maybe the best “hang” in golf."
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“Grove XXIII is all about the experience. Golf course is not a championship one, and lacks some variety and design elements of Best in State candidates. The celebrity atmosphere and "hang" are unique."
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