Super Secrets w/ Josh Sens

Inside California’s Furnace Creek | Super Secrets

You wouldn’t expect to find a golf course in North America’s hottest, driest climate but Josh Sens is heading to Death Valley to uncover just that.

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rodney lingle and mach 1 grass at streamsong — He invented a groundbreaking grass. But his golf impact didn’t end there
Known for his innovative turf-care inventions, Rodney Lingle also made a profound impact as a mentor to the next generation in his trade. By: Josh Sens February 5, 2025

An elaborate backyard putting green. — Want to build a backyard putting green? Here are 4 key considerations
A lot of golfers dream of having a backyard putting green, but few know what it takes to make that a reality. By: Josh Sens October 9, 2024

Ground under repair on a golf course. — 8 thankless golf-course superintendent duties that you should thank them for
From algae removal to armadillo abatement, a superintendent handles countless crucial duties beyond cutting and watering grass. By: Josh Sens September 11, 2024

furnace creek golf course — How this course survives in one of the hottest spots on earth
At Furnace Creek Golf Course in Death Valley, Calif., temps routinely run well into the triple digits. Here’s how the crew beats the heat. By: Josh Sens August 16, 2024

Jack Russell Terrier pissing in the park on the grass. — Dog pee damaging your lawn? Here’s what to do when your pooch takes relief
Among the many pests that can damage your grass: dog pee. Here, according to a superintendent, is how to get ahead of the problem. By: Josh Sens August 2, 2024

A frustrated man mowing a lawn — A homeowner wonders why his grass won’t grow. A superintendent has ideas
On a tree-shaded site in Rochester, N.Y., a homeowner can’t get grass to grow. But a golf course superintendent has some tips. By: Josh Sens July 26, 2024

A homeowner mowing an overgrown lawn. — 4 crucial lawn-care tips, according to turf experts at the USGA
The people who help prepare golf courses for major championships know quite a bit about lawn-care, too. Here’s their advice. By: Josh Sens July 5, 2024

clock on a golf course — Golf courses have a tee time problem. This startup is helping to solve it
Like a lot of golfers in the L.A. area, Jake Gordon struggled to get tee times. Unlike a lot of others, he developed a better way to book. By: Josh Sens October 9, 2024

Zablocki golf course — What saved this cute golf oasis? Money from a surprising source
This municipal pitch-n-putt needed a change. The COVID pandemic arrived, and federal funding gave it a new lease on life. By: Sean Zak September 19, 2024

the 18th hole at chaska town course. — The *other* U.S. Amateur course is a popular muni you need on your radar
Hazeltine will host the 2024 U.S. Amateur, but the stroke-play co-host, Chaska Town Course, is a muni that should be on your radar. By: Josh Berhow August 12, 2024

bethpage black no. 17 — To protect its tee sheets, a famous NY muni system cracks down on bad actors, bots
Demand for tee times at the famous New York municipal facility is as strong as ever. But complaints about the booking system have increased. By: Josh Sens June 25, 2024

A split image of (clockwise from top left) Pinehurst, Harbour Town, TPC Sawgrass and Pebble Beach with Memorial Park in the center. — Every PGA Tour course YOU can play, ranked by price
The PGA Tour heads to a muni this week at Memorial Park Golf Course. Here are all the Tour’s 2024 courses YOU can play. By: Jack Hirsh March 25, 2024

The owners of Skylinks at Buchanan Fields near San Francisco. — Their beloved California muni was dying. They resolved to save it
Robett Hollis and Micky Dodge used to dream of owning their struggling 9-hole course. Now they do, and big changes are already underway. By: Josh Sens March 11, 2024

An ocean view at Cape Breton Highlands Links — Is this Canadian course North America’s greatest muni?
Maintenance struggles aside, Cape Breton Highlands Links remains as a beautiful a walk as any in the game By: Josh Sens February 19, 2024

The 10th hole at the Commons, the sixth course at Sand Valley — Sand Valley announces plans for sixth course
The Commons, a 12-hole layout inspired by common ground courses of the U.K., will be ready for play next year. By: Josh Sens February 24, 2025

North Berwick No. 13 — East Lothian, Scotland, golf-trip planning guide: Best places to play, stay, eat
St. Andrews is regarded as the home of golf, but the game’s roots reach deep in other parts of Scotland, including East Lothian, a course-rich region near Edinburgh. By: GOLF Editors February 20, 2025

Pebble Beach golf-trip planning guide: Best places to play, stay, eat
Planning a Pebble Beach golf trip? Here are the best places to play, stay and eat on the majestic Monterey Peninsula. By: GOLF Editors February 17, 2025

a pile of ball markers — What are some of the best golf course logos? We debate
There are tens of thousands of golf courses in the world. Most have logos. Some of those logos are much better than the rest. By: Josh Sens February 17, 2025

wyndham clark watches a shot — How many strokes should you get from a U.S. Open winner? We asked one
Wyndham Clark, the 2023 U.S. Open champ, plays a lot of golf with non-professionals. Here’s how he handicaps the matches. By: Josh Sens February 3, 2025

14th hole at whistling straits golf course — What are the best U.S. states for golf? A friendly podcast debate
No matter where you travel in the U.S., great golf courses are rarely far away. But some states have more of those layouts than others. By: Josh Sens January 18, 2025

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Golf’s greatest appeal lies in the places that it takes us. That’s the game we’ll celebrate on Destination GOLF, a new podcast from GOLF.com. By: Josh Sens November 11, 2024

J.R. Smith poses with a can of High Noon on the golf course — NBA star, collegiate golfer J.R. Smith says this golf advice helped him the most
Two-time NBA champion and collegiate golfer J.R. Smith shares the best golf advice he’s ever received and more in an exclusive Q&A. By: Jessica Marksbury February 23, 2025

Omni PGA Frisco executive pastry chef Leen Nunn shares the secret to the resort's perfectly soft and chewy cookies. — What makes this golf resort’s cookies so good? A surprising ingredient
Omni PGA Frisco executive pastry chef Leen Nunn shares the secret to the resort’s perfectly soft and chewy cookies. By: Shaun Tolson February 23, 2025

Shop these fun new pieces from Palm Golf Co. — Shop Palm Golf Co.’s new ‘Golf Therapy’ collection
As anyone who plays the game knows, golf is hard. And Palm Golf Co.’s latest capsule collection has a bit of fun acknowledging that fact. By: Jessica Marksbury February 22, 2025

Lanto Griffin hits a tee shot on the fourth hole during the second round of the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open. — Mexico Open betting guide: 7 picks our gambling expert loves
The Mexico Open begins on Thursday. Here are seven players our expert loves — and why he thinks you should too. By: Brady Kannon February 18, 2025

How to add a savory spin to this traditional main course
If you’re looking for a decadent yet approachable entree for your next gathering, try serving prime rib in sandwich form. By: Jessica Marksbury February 16, 2025

Collin Morikawa hits a tee shot on the third hole during the second round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am 2025 at Pebble Beach Golf Links on January 31, 2025 in Pebble Beach, California. — Genesis Invitational betting guide: 5 picks our gambling expert loves this week
The Genesis Invitational begins on Thursday in California. Here are 5 players our expert loves — and why he thinks you should too. By: Brady Kannon February 11, 2025

A good dip is a party essential: It's delicious, easy to make, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Check out 3 of our favorite recipes. — These 3 game day-ready dips are perfect for your Super Bowl watch party
A good dip is a party essential: It’s delicious, easy to make, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Check out three of our favorite recipes. By: Jessica Marksbury February 9, 2025

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