Our day at Hollywood Golf Club reminded us why we love this game. From the first tee to the final walk up 18, every step showcased pure golf excellence. Originally crafted by Walter Travis and masterfully restored by Tom Doak, Hollywood stands as a tribute to Golden Age architecture - where sculpted bunkers, coastal winds, and beautifully contoured greens create a timeless test. Ranked 5th in New Jersey by GolfWeek, 7th in New Jersey by Golf Digest, the course delivers challenge and charm at every turn, from the punishing false front on Hole 4 to the iconic “Heinz 57” at 12, and the demanding 247-yard Par 3, 17th. Hollywood isn’t just one of NJ’s best - it’s a masterclass in strategy and design.

We also break down big headlines across the Garden State, including Metedeconk National Golf Club being awarded the 2029 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball - a huge spotlight for NJ golf. There’s fresh news on our merch and website rollout, plus a look at the PGA Tour: Max Greyserman finishes 62nd, John Pak posts a T17 at the Worldwide Technology Championship, and he's back in the field for this week’s Butterfield Bermuda Championship. It’s a sharp, high-energy episode full of local flavor.

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