Matt
How does Sebonack compare with Friars Head?
Tom,
I don't know that you can compare them.
I think they're unique, in their respective sites and designs.
One of the issues I raised with respect to Sebonack was the siting of the parking lot and cottages. I think that decision may have limited the final product.
Friar's Head has a continuity within the framework of the design that is easily discernable. Sebonack, by its origin, has a split personality that will forever raise the question of: who did what ? And, is it the best that could have been done ?
I think Sebonack's genesis will always raise the question, "would the holes and features been better, worse or the same had only one voice spoken ?
Friar's Head is a wonderful golf course.
But, don't forget that some fine tuning took place between opening day and today.
I suspect that Sebonack will go through the same fine tuning process over time. The question is, will there be unanimity in the design decisions and who will do the fine tuning ?
I don't believe that the Doak-Nicklaus team functions in the same manner as the team of Coore-Crenshaw, and that distinction might produce different results on an ongoing basis.
I'd be surprised if anyone didn't enjoy Sebonack, provided that they played from tees commensurate with their ability.