Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout is opening up a new golf course in his hometown of Vineland, New Jersey and he’s hired one of the most famous golfers in the world to design it.
Trout National – The Reserve is already under construction with Tiger Woods leading the project, and from the promo video they dropped on Monday, it looks like it’ll be a popular spot for many golf trips after it opens in 2025.
We promised you all a big announcement and here it is! We are so excited to be able to make a longtime dream of mine a reality, with none other than @tigerwoods and @tgrdesignbytw. We can't wait to share more updates with you as we create Trout National – The Reserve. pic.twitter.com/V8eMGEUYdS
— Mike Trout (@MikeTrout) March 27, 2023
Is that an island green we spy? We’re in.
Here’s how TGR Design describes the project:
Set among gentle rolling hills, the course will seamlessly weave between two distinct settings that include a former quarry and rambling farmland. The sandy site was once home to a silica sand mine which will be evident throughout the round with ample playable sandy waste areas strategically found throughout the routing, giving a distinct character
Trout National – The Reserve will be highly strategic in nature as sprawling fairways will offer multiple routes from tee to green. Undulating green complexes with low-cut surrounds will further emphasize the challenging, yet fun-focused design where risk-reward opportunities will be presented throughout the round to create an ideal match play environment. The unique nature of the course will promote creative shot making and optionality, qualities will be underscored with a striking par three match hole inspired by the club co-founder and MLB All-Star, Mike Trout, featuring multiple tee and green options.
The 18-hole championship level course will also feature a short course and practice facility — along with a wedding chapel — in case it wasn’t clear that Trout and Woods see their venture as a future destination trip location.
Woods’ design group has a pretty strong track record of stellar courses with the likes of Payne’s Valley in Missouri and El Cardonal at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas. It would be surprising if Trout National doesn’t live up to those standards.
