MIke Clayton

CLAYTON: We need to look back to move forward

CLAYTON: We need to look back to move forward

The architecture of the golf course is one thing separating the game from most others where the field of play is confined, regulated by lines, and very often flat. Think, tennis, football, swimming, snooker, athletics or darts. 20 Feb 2017
Unpredictable design = better golf

Unpredictable design = better golf

Target golf is boring golf. The more unpredictable courses are for players, the more interesting the game is to play, argues Mike Clayton. 3 Aug 2016
We have much to learn from British golf: Clayton

We have much to learn from British golf: Clayton

Mike Clayton says there are valuable lessons to be learned about the design and set-up of British courses, particularly the use of trees. 25 Sep 2015

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