August 11, 2008

SUFFOLK, VA — Ever walk out of an eatery wondering why you paid a hefty some for a half empty stomach full of blah tasting slop?

That ‘walk away empty’ feeling equally applies to golf, and it’s something you’ll avoid when playing at Riverfront Golf Club in Suffolk, Virginia.  The club itself is the centerpiece of a housing community, which hardly adds distinction – but when you also consider it’s the only Tom Doak designed layout in Virginia, your curiosity will start to build… along with your appetite.

The Captains Club announced today that Riverfront Golf Club on the shores of the Nansemond River would be added to the 2010-2011 venue list. Golf Digest's 4 1/2 star course should be considered one of the best if not the best course in Carl Spackler Open history.

A truly breathtaking experience, Riverfront was designed by renowned golf course architect, Tom Doak. It is situated on the banks of the Nansemond River, near the mouth of the James River. The spectacular layout takes full advantage of it's dramatic and unique riverside location.

Riverfront is an old-style course that winds its way through riverfront acreage, tidal marshes, huge oaks and pines and vast rolling farmland. It offers a truly amazing setting for a great round of golf.

"Riverfront is in my personal Top 10 for under $55 on Saturday," says Greg Long, Chairman of the Captains Club. "This is another great track that is miles from boredom. The 15th hole from the tips would be the most beautiful hole in Spackler history."

Designer Tom Doak sculpted the beautiful layout to take full advantage of the natural beauty surrounding it. It is a magnificent waterfront golf design. Tees are typically at ground level, the fairways are generally wide and friendly and chipping areas are plentiful. Large deep bunkers, combined with undulating greens make shot-making crucial. All but three of the 18 holes are bordered on one side by natural features, whether tidal marshes skirting along its fairways or undulating greens at water's edge - with beach bunkers on three sides. Mature pines, oaks and sycamores overhang the marsh, adding beauty and majesty to the design.

Riverfront is located in Suffolk, VA and should not be considered to be the beach. The ocean is 45 minutes from the golf course and lodging and entertainment would be located in Portsmouth or Suffolk.

Member Jeff Tatum would be considered the participant with home field advantage. Jeff lives 20 minutes from the golf course.

Riverfront Golf Club could be a choice of venue as early as June 2010.