I love supporting local businesses, and of course I play my share of golf. This week, I want to feature a locally and family owned golf course I have been playing my who life. Royal Crest in Columbia Station, pretty much at the Strongsville city line. If you know where SouthPark Mall is, it's just maybe 3 miles or so west of it on the same road, RT. 82.
I root for these guys every year. Golf is a business where big companies or cities, the MetroParks own the many of the courses, and it is great to see a family operations thrive. RC has been there since the 1960's and is still a fun place to play. A course that is good for all skill levels too. If you want to play a moderate length course it's good, or if you are a front line player, you can play the tips and have a go at it from almost 7,200 yards!
The course is honest, it is right in front of you, flat for the most part, with large greens that are always in great shape. No sand, some water, and a stretch holes where hitting is straight is a must. Plus this is designed well, where good scoring can be achieved simply by good play. To me, it is a short game course as the greens are large, so getting on the green isn't a par guarantee. You can have some long putts here.
Mix in a quaint barn clubhouse and about the nicest staff you can imagine, along with a nice craft beer selection and reasonable rates and deals, RC is great place to play. Outings too if you have a group that is looking for a place to have your outing.
These are very nice people that are worth supporting. Make a Royal Crest run soon. I have my entire life.
