Posts Tagged ‘Golf’

New PGA Certified Golf Pro at Rivers Edge

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010
Bobby McCrimmon

Bobby McCrimmon - Director of Golf at Rivers Edge

Rivers Edge Golf Club and Plantation is proud to introduce Bobby McCimmon as our new Director of Golf.

After receiving his B.A. in Business Management from Appalachian State University, Bobby began his career as a Retail Manager and Corporate trainer. He learned very quickly the importance of two way communication and providing outstanding customer service. After 20 years in retail management he decided to move to the Grand Strand and pursue his passion of golf.

Bobby started his golf career at Myrtle Beach National Golf Club as a first assistant and began his pursuit of becoming a PGA Class A Professional. He then had the opportunity to perfect his knowledge of the golf swing and became Director of Instruction at Direct Approach Golf School. He gave instruction to juniors and adults of all ages from beginners to the more accomplished players. He has been very involved in junior golf and has acted as the Chapter Director of the South Carolina Junior Golf Association for Georgetown and Horry Counties for three years. He was also the swing coach for several high school teams in the area. He has conducted hundreds of clinics , private lessons and on course instruction for adults of all abilities. His extensive knowledge of the golf swing, clubfitting and video analysis will help you take your game to the next level.

Bobby most recently acted as a Lead Golf Instructor at Dresser Golf Academy which is ranked by Golf Magazine as one of the top 25 golf schools in America. He received his Class A PGA status, and has furthered his education by becoming a Certified Professional in the following areas: Golf Operations, Retail, General Management and Instruction. Less than 2% of 30,000 PGA Professionals acquire these designations.

Bobby is very excited about this opportunity as Director of Golf at Rivers Edge Golf Club. He looks forward to welcoming you to a great golfing experience at our club.

Fairway Crossing at Rivers Edge Update

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation continues to grow! Here are some pictures showing recent development progress in our community. This paving in Rivers Edge is in the section of Fairway Crossing that wraps around hole #11 of our Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course. Section 10 of Fairway Crossing now has fully completed infrastructure.

Staff Vs. Members Golf Challenge

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

The Rivers Edge Staff recently challenged a few of the Rivers Edge Members to a friendly competition on the golf course. After a lot of trash talking by the Staff, the Members quietly and convincingly won the challenge, letting their actions speak for themselves.

Pictured is the winning team and their prize.  Congratulations Guys!

Owners vs. Agents Golf Tournament Award Presentation to the Champions

Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

Just bumped into this video from a few years ago and thought it was worth sharing.  The producers of the video wrote:  “This Arnold Palmer signature design has become one of the most highly acclaimed courses in the Carolinas.  Ranked among ‘America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses’ in 2005 by Golf Digest, Rivers Edge is situated along breathtaking bluffs overlooking the Shallotte River.  In 2003, Golf Digest ranked it in the ‘Top 20 Courses in North Carolina’ and awarded it 4.5 STARS in their guide to ‘Places to Play in America’.  Also GolfWeek ranked it #5 in North Carolina.  Exceptional design, condition and service add to the enjoyment of playing at Rivers Edge.”

Watch the video of the Rivers Edge golf course in Shallotte, North Carolina here.

Members Welcome Back Play

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009
On July 31st the residents of Rivers Edge Golf Club and Plantation celebrated the re-opening of the golf course with an all day celebration that included a putting contest, lunch, a great round of golf, and ended with a members dinner at the club. The initial “first round of golf” turned into an all day celebration which is only fitting knowing the residents of this community!
Members Putting Contest

Members Putting Contest

Welcome back golfers, you will be very pleased with the improvements made to the course.

The Golf Course is Looking Great!

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009

River Over #18 Green From Clubhouse

On August 1, 2009 play will resume on the Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course after being closed for two months to upgrade all of its greens. Rivers Edge Golf continues to provide one of the most scenic and if you are playing from the back, one of the most challenging golf courses in the country. Did you know that Rivers Edge was featured in the 2007 rankings from Golf Digest listing Rivers Edge as the 62nd best public golf course to play in the United States?

Rivers Edge decided to replace its greens to improve the quality of play on this prestigious golf course. For those interested, the new type of grass being used on our greens is called Seashore Paspalum. It is a southeastern coastal grass that does very well in areas where water is high in salinity. This grass will be perfect for all of our greens because of our location just two miles from the Atlantic Ocean and especially for the seven holes located directly on the tidal waters of the Shallotte River.

The GOLF COURSE IS LOOKING GREAT so take the time to come and see us and enjoy a round on one of the most unique golfing experiences you will ever have the privilege of playing.