Книга: Augusta National Golf Club «2005 Masters Annual»
Производитель: "Неизвестный" 2005 Masters Annual ISBN:9780471745655 Издательство: "Неизвестный" (2005)
ISBN: 9780471745655 |
Augusta National Golf Club
Infobox Golf Facility
golf_facility_name = Augusta National Golf Club
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location =
establishment = 1933
type = Private
owner =
operator =
holes = 18
tournaments = Masters Tournament
website = [http://www.masters.org Masters.org]
course1 =
designer1 =
par1 = 72
length1 = 7445 yards
longest Hole = #2 - 575 yards
rating1 = 76.2 (unofficial)
record1 = 63 -
Augusta National Golf Club, located in the American city of
Overview
Augusta National is generally regarded as the most revered
The course is well known for its botanic beauty as well. Because the Masters is held the first weekend following the first full week in April, the
Unlike almost every other private or public golf course in the United States, Augusta National has apparently never been rated. During the 1990 Masters Tournament, a team of USGA raters organized by "
Amen Corner
The second shot at the 11th, all of the 12th, and the tee shot at the 13th hole at Augusta were termed "Amen Corner" by author Herbert Warren Wind in a 1958 "
In 1958
Criticisms of course changes
At one point, Augusta National could have been considered amongst the two or three most innovative designs in U.S. golf. The scarcity of bunkers and its width of fairways were in stark contrast to the penal features found on the most revered U.S. courses at that time. However, the many changes from several different architects — including adding bunkers, reducing the green contours, and adding trees and rough — have taken the course away from Bobby Jones' and MacKenzie's inspiration of St Andrews in
The greens at the Masters were traditionally
Natural features
"The Big Oak Tree"
"The big oak tree" is on the golf course side of the clubhouse and is approximately 145–150 years old. The tree was planted in the 1850s. [http://www.augusta.com/masters/masters/facts.shtml]
Eisenhower Tree
Also known as the "Eisenhower Pine", is a
Ike's Pond
During a visit to Augusta National, then General Eisenhower returned from a walk through the woods on the eastern part of the grounds, and informed Clifford Roberts that he had found a perfect place to build a dam if the Club would like a fish
Rae's Creek
Rae's Creek cuts across the southeastern corner of the Augusta National property. It flows along the back of the 11th green, in front of the 12th green, and ahead of the 13th tee. This is the lowest point in elevation of the course. The Hogan and Nelson Bridges cross the creek after the 12th and 13th tee boxes, respectively. The creek was named after former property owner John Rae, who died in 1789. [http://www.masters.org/en_US/course/landmarks.html#Rae]
Architectural features
Crow's Nest
Available for amateurs wishing to be housed there during the Masters Tournament, the Crow's Nest provides living space for up to five individuals. Rising from the approximately 30 by convert|40|ft|m|sing=on room is the clubhouse's convert|11|ft|m|sing=on square
Eisenhower Cabin
One of ten cabins on the Augusta National property, it was built by the club's membership for member Dwight D. Eisenhower after his election as President of the United States. The cabin was built according to Secret Service security guidelines, and is adorned by an eagle located above the front porch.
Founders Circle
A memorial located in front of the course's clubhouse, at the end of Magnolia Lane. Plaques at Founders Circle honor Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts.
Hogan Bridge
A
Magnolia Lane
The main
Nelson Bridge
A stonework bridge over Rae's Creek that connects the
Par Three Fountain
The Par 3 Fountain is next to the No. 1 tee on the Par 3 course. The fountain has a list of Par 3 contest winners, starting with Sam Snead's win in 1960. [http://www.augusta.com/masters/masters/facts.shtml]
Record Fountain
The Record Fountain was built to commemorate the 25th anniversary of The Masters. Located left of the No. 17 tee, it displays course records and Masters Tournament champions. [http://www.augusta.com/masters/masters/facts.shtml]
arazen Bridge
A bridge over the pond on hole 15 that separates the fairway from the green. Made of stone, it was named for
Chairmen
* William Porter "Billy" Payne (2006 to present)
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* Jack Stephens (1991 to 1998)
* Hord Hardin (1980 to 1991)
* William Lane (1976 to 1980)
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Membership
Augusta National Golf Club has about 300 members at any given time. Initiation fees are reported to range between $25,000 and $50,000.Fact|date=April 2008 Membership is strictly by invitation; there is no application process. It is expected that annual dues are low (less than $10,000 per year) given the Masters Broadcast on CBS earns the Club millions per year.
Amid much criticism of exclusive and discriminatory admissions, Augusta accepted a black member in 1990.
There are currently no female members of Augusta, although women are able to play the course as guests of a member. The club's lack of female membership received national attention in 2002 when
Notable members
Notable current members include:
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* Harold "Red" Poling, former CEO of the Ford Motor Company
* John T "Jack" Lupton, former Coca Cola bottling magnate and member of Forbes 400 List
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* Mark C. McKinley, Member of the McHedley Society and a well known oil tycoon like Boon
* Hugh L. McColl Jr., Former CEO of
The Green Jacket
Every member of Augusta National receives a
The current Masters champion has stewardship of the green jacket for a year; afterwards it is returned to the club.
The caddies
Augusta National remains one of the few golf clubs with a staff of
References
* [http://www.gcsaa.org/news/TournamentFactSheetsDetails.aspx?courseID=224&eventID=117&selectedYear=2005 Golf Course Superintendents Association of America] - 2005 Masters Tournament Factsheet
* [http://www.popeofslope.com/courserating/justhow.html "Just How Tough is Augusta?"] , by Ross Goodner, April 1991, "Golf Digest"Architectural features
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* [http://www.usatoday.com/sports/golf/masters/2002-09-27-augusta_x.htm "Privacy becomes public at Augusta"] , "
* [http://www.golftoday.co.uk/news/yeartodate/news02/augusta5.html "Augusta defends male only members policy"] , "Golf Today"
External links
* [http://www.masters.org The Masters] - official site
* [http://www.augusta.com Augusta.com]
* [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=2604+Washington+Rd,+Augusta,+GA&ll=33.505618,-82.018132&spn=0.024977,0.053902&t=k Google Maps] - aerial view
* [http://terraserver-usa.com/image.aspx?T=2&S=11&Z=17&X=1012&Y=9267&W=3&qs=%7caugust%7cGA%7c Terraserver-USA.com] -
* [http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/Augusta/index.html Augusta, Georgia, a National Park Service "Discover Our Shared Heritage" Travel Itinerary]
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