which course is better the hills or jones

Courses were in very good shape. Everything - tees, fairways, greens and bunkers were good. Jones greens a little slow, Hills faster but not fast. We flew around the Jones in the AM but ran into slow groups in the PM on the Hills. Both are fairly generous off the tee, the Jones course more so than Hills.

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Pinehills (Jones) - Massachusetts - USA

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Who designed the Jones Course?

LPGA International has two championship courses, each designed by an award winning architect. The Hills course, designed by Arthur Hills, opened in October 1998. It compliments the first course, designed by Rees Jones, which opened in July 1994.

Who designed the LPGA?

LPGA International has two championship courses, each designed by an award winning architect. The Hills course, designed by Arthur Hills, opened in October 1998. It compliments the first course, designed by Rees Jones, which opened in July 1994.

What is the Jones Course?

Known affectionately as "The Jones Course," this breathtaking 18-hole course is among every golfer's favorites. Featuring rolling hills on the front nine and varying dog legs on the back, the course meanders through acres of woodlands, wetlands, and grasslands. Four sets of tees on each hole, coupled with 53 bunkers mixed in, provide a unique challenge to players of all abilities. On the back nine, water comes into play on seven holes, and the undulating slope of the greens will challenge both astute and novice players.

How many golf courses did Robert Trent Jones design?

Robert Trent Jones, Sr., designed (or redesigned) about 500 golf courses in at least 40 US states and 35 other countries around the world. It has been jokingly said that, "The sun never sets on a Robert Trent Jones golf course.". Jones’ courses are noted for their artistic landscaping, innovative use of bunkers and liberal use ...

What is Lyman Orchards?

He envisioned Lyman Orchards as central Connecticut's premier recreational and family destination anchored by an 18-hole championship golf course. In 1969 the golf course opened to rave reviews and continues to be one of the best courses in Connecticut.

Who was the president of Lyman Orchards?

Jack Lyman, then President of Lyman Orchards, hired Jones in the mid 1960s to help transform the business. He envisioned Lyman Orchards as central Connecticut's premier recreational and family destination anchored by an 18-hole championship golf course.