Grayhawk Golf Club

ARCHITECT YARDAGE SLOPE/RATING David Graham Gary Panks Opened: 1994 Talon - 6973 Palo Verde - 6391 Terra Cotta - 5867 Heather - 5143   143/73.6 - Talon 133/70.6 - Palo Verde 120/68.0 - Terra Cotta 133/73.6 - Terra Cotta(W) 121/70.0 - Heather

ARCHITECT YARDAGE SLOPE/RATING Tom Fazio Opened: 1995 Raptor - 7135 Palo Verde - 6593 Terra Cotta - 6150 Heather - 5309   143/74.1 - Raptor 137/71.4 - Palo Verde 127/69.6 - Terra Cotta 137/76.0 - Terra Cotta(W) 127/71.3 - Heather

The Talon Course, designed by former U.S. Open and PGA Champion David Graham and architect Gary Panks, is one of the most exciting and dramatic golf courses ever built in the Southwest. In fact the 7,001-yard , par-72 Talon course was recently named among Golf Magazine's 'Top 10 You Can Play in U.S.' and has been selected to host many prestigious events, including the finals of the inaugural Andersen Consulting World Championship of Golf in 1995. Talon offers elevated greens that are large and undulating, with numerous water hazards coming into play as well as one hole with an island green. Especially memorable are the par-3 11th hole, called "Swinging Bridge,'' and the par-4 13th, infamously known as "Heaven or Hell'' because of the risk-reward value that is placed on the tee shot from 305 yards. In addition to thrilling golf, Talon provides players with breathtaking views of the nearby McDowell Mountains and the unspoiled beauty of the great Sonoran Desert.

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The Raptor Course, which opened in 1995, is very scenic and has unique views that could catch any golfers' eye, including the large lake that is adjacent to the clubhouse and hole #18, a 521-yard, par 5. Designed by Tom Fazio, the course offers a thrilling golf challenge that commands a player's respect through a daring, high-stakes game of risk and reward. Stretching 7,108-yards from the back tees the par-72 course meanders over the gentle hills and across the deep natural arroyos that are typical of the Sonoran Desert. The Raptor course is a gorgeous layout that affords spectacular mountain views and features tee shots that often demand short desert carries. You'll find rolling, jewel-green fairways, superb par-3s and lush landscaping. It also includes extensive mounding and massive bunkering, as well as shot-making pushed to the edge. It's not for beginners, and even seasoned players will struggle when elements push the Raptor's claws into the attack position. To score well on this course, it is important to avoid the greenside bunkers - which are contoured, deep and abundant. Traps often line the front of raised green complexes that are very putt-able - if you can reach without landing in the hazards.

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Facility and Course Information

Course Style: Talon (Desert), Raptor (Desert)
Green Type: Bent
Fairway Type: Bermuda with Rye overseed
Driving Range: Yes
Cart Access: 90 degrees or Cart path only (depends on the time of year)
GPS System: No
Rider Fee: $35.00
Shoe Rental: No
Club Rental: $45
Lessons: Kostis McCord Learning Center
Training Facilities: The practice facility offers all grass areas and unlimited balls. It also offers practice putting areas and pitching/chipping areas to practice your short game.
Locker Room/Shower Facilities: Yes
Dress Code: Collar shirts, tailored shorts mid-thigh in length
Spike Policy: Soft spikes

Events:
2007 Fry’s Electronics Open, the Accenture Match Play Championship (formerly the Andersen Consulting Match Play Championship), Tommy Bahama Challenge, target World Challenge (formerly the Williams World Challenge), FBR Open Pro-Ams, Tommy Bahama’s Desert Marlin, Thunderbird International Junior, The Detour and Heather Farr Trophy Matches

Restaurant:
Quill Creek Cafe – features a traditional American menu with a Southwestern flare. Indoor and al fresco seating.

Phil's Grill Grill – a more casual eating and drinking establishment with an up-scale sports pub ambiance, named after Grayhawk’s PGA Tour ambassador Phil Mickelson.

The Club House

"Home sweet home", that's what the course calls it. The clubhouse is 40,000 beautiful square feet dedicated to making its guest happy. Want a new set of clubs? A shoe shine? Maybe an ice cold beer or a bite to eat? You'll find everything you're looking for and more in the Grayhawk clubhouse. Be sure to stop in and say "Hi". For your dining options check out Phil's Grille. It's named for Phil Mickelson, it's decorated with his stuff and sometimes he hangs out here. If not, we've still got ice-cold beer, soft leather chairs and sofas, 2 big screen televisions and some of the best stick-to-your-ribs, mm-mm good grub you'll find anywhere. Basically, it's the perfect sports bar. Sometimes you just have to have a nice sit-down dinner. The Quill Creek Cafe is the perfect place. The menu is awesome. Everything from Shrimp and Pasta to Baby Back Pork Ribs. Yummm-yum. And, you just can't beat watching the majestic McDowell Mountains turn every shade of purple as the sun sets on the creekside patio.

Awards & Accolades

• Golf World Business – “100 Best Golf Shops"
• Golf Magazine – “Top 100 You Can Play in the U.S."
• Golf Magazine – “Top 10 New You Can Play"
• Golf Digest – “Top 10 in the State You Can Play"
• Joe Shershenovich – “1997 PGA OF America Merchandiser of the Year"
• Joe Shershenovich – “Southwest Section PGA Professional of the Year 2003”

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Address and Directions

8620 East Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

From Sky Harbor Airport
Exit the airport heading east on Sky Harbor Blvd. Take the 202 Loop/Highway eastbound towards Tempe. Continue eastbound for approximately 4 miles. Take exit 9 and go north on 101 Loop/Highway. Continue northbound and take exit 36 onto Pima Road. Go north on Pima Road for approximately 2 miles to Thompson Peak Parkway. Turn left/west onto Thompson Peak Parkway. Continue for approximately 400 yards. Turn right/north into the Grayhawk Golf Club parking lot.

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