Gary Panks design ranked among the Best in Arizona
Scottsdale, Ariz. (March 4, 2010) – Troon Golf,® the leader in upscale golf course management, development and marketing is pleased to announce it has been selected by SunCor Development Company to manage its Sedona Golf Resort located in the “red rock country” of Sedona, Ariz.
Positioned in the heart of one of the most captivating regions of the Southwest, the thrilling 6,646-yard course at Sedona Golf Resort provides jaw-dropping views and pristine playing conditions. Winding around the famed red rocks of Sedona, each hole provides a unique perspective and an array of different challenges.
“Sedona Golf Resort is an exciting addition to our portfolio,” stated John Easterbrook, executive vice president of operations, Troon Golf. “We’re confident our management services will be a great complement to SunCor’s unique and celebrated golf course.”
Apart from the natural beauty of its surroundings, the golf course is one of the finest in the area, ranked among the five “Best Public Courses” in Arizona by Golf Digest and The Arizona Republic. Designed by renowned course architect Gary Panks, the par 71 layout is widely considered to be among the world’s most unforgettable golf courses. Elevations on the course range from 3,960 feet to as much as 4,260 feet, offering players elevated tees, raised greens and challenging approach shots.
“SunCor is extremely pleased to partner with such a fabulous management company as Troon Golf in our efforts to provide one of the best golfing experiences that Arizona has to offer,” stated SunCor president and CEO Steven A. Betts.
Tempe, Arizona-based SunCor Development Company is a subsidiary of Fortune 100 company Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (NYSE: PNW), conducting business in the Mountain West Region through several diverse business sectors: community homebuilding, master-planned communities, commercial development, mixed-use urban infill development, and SunCor Golf-a golf course development company. For more information, visit www.suncorAZ.com.
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon Golf is the world’s largest golf management company, overseeing operations at properties located in 31 states and 26 countries. Additionally, 39 Troon Golf facilities enjoy a Top 100 ranking by national or international publications. Troon Golf properties include Oneida Golf and Country Club, Green Bay, Wis.; Troon North Golf Club, Scottsdale, Ariz.; The Clubs at St. James Plantation, Southport, N.C.; Classic Club, Palm Desert, Calif.; and The Grove, London, England.
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon Golf is the world’s largest golf management company, overseeing operations at properties located in 31 states and 26 countries. Additionally, 39 Troon Golf facilities enjoy a Top 100 ranking by national or international publications. Troon Golf properties include Oneida Golf and Country Club, Green Bay, Wis.; Troon North Golf Club, Scottsdale, Ariz.; The Golf Club at Equinox, Manchester Village, Vt.; Classic Club, Palm Desert, Calif.; One&Only Ocean Club, Paradise Island, Bahamas; and The Grove, London, England.
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Contact:
Brett Brooks
Manager, Marketing Communications
Troon Golf
480.477.0480
bbrooks@troongolf.com
