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Cougar Canyon Golf Links Designated as one of the "Top 10 New Courses You Can Play" by GOLF MagazineDecember 20, 2007  TRINIDAD, Colorado - The new Cougar Canyon Golf Links has received the coveted distinction of Top 10 New Courses You Can Play by GOLF Magazine as listed in the January 2008 issue. Members of this prestigious group are considered to be the best new public-access courses that opened in 2007. Approximately 60 new public courses were reviewed. GOLF Magazine compiles this list annually relying on the opinion of 95 independent course-ranking panelists, editors and field researchers. The Top 10 New Courses You Can Play category was established ten years ago, derived from GOLF’s Top 100 Courses in the United States list. Panelists play a variety of courses then submit reviews and comments to Joe Passov, Travel Editor and Chairman of GOLF Magazine’s Rating Panel. "In a very competitive year for new public-access courses, Cougar Canyon was one of the standouts. Nicklaus Design has compiled a superb track record in this category in recent years, so it should come as no surprise that when you combine an excellent layout with a dramatic natural setting, you have a recipe for a winner," says Passov. Created by Nicklaus Design, this par 72, 7789 yard links style course is a unique combination of mountain and desert terrain with split fairways, pedestal greens, and black sand bunkers. The Sangre de Cristo mountain range provides the backdrop, setting the stage for this scenic location. The temperate climate of southern Colorado allows for play during all four seasons. Eric Seise, Jr., Cougar Canyon Golf Resort Community Managing Director, is thrilled with the designation. “This is precisely what we have been striving for,” says Seise. “We designed Cougar Canyon to be one of the premier golf resorts in the country.” PGA Director of Golf Operations Matt Reams says, “The course slope ratings at Cougar Canyon of 120 to 139 demonstrate the great diversity found throughout our four tee locations thereby offering a comparable challenge for all skill levels.” All abilities are tested on signature hole #16, a par 3 island green which will challenge even the most precise golfer. Cougar Canyon Golf Links is open for public play and green fees are $59. The Pro Shop is located at 304 Shanahan Drive, Trinidad, CO. For information and tee times, call 719-422-7015. Visit online at www.cougarcanyonliving.com. -- end -- About Cougar Canyon Golf Resort Community This new residential golf course community is located near the artistic town of Trinidad surrounded by the Sangre de Cristo mountains of southern Colorado. Features include the 18-hole links-style golf course created by Nicklaus Design, clubhouse, and pro shop. Future plans call for a boutique hotel, spa and fitness facilities, a community recreation center with swimming pools, hot tub, tennis and a 3,000 acre nature conservancy with an eight mile trail. Custom and semi-custom home prices begin at $290,000. Lots start at $79,900. 33 Bat Masterson Drive, Trinidad, CO 81082, 877-547-7455, www.cougarcanyonliving.com. A full press kit is available online at http://www.cougarcanyonliving.com/pdf/pr_presskit.pdf. Media Contact |
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