READER LETTER

Local says Ashwood Golf Course in Apple Valley, California is no pushover

In regards to the course review "Ashwood Golf Course a pleasant round of golf in Apple Valley, Calif." Being a long hitter does not guarantee success at Ashwood.

We use it as a home course for high school matches and consistently watch top junior golfers shaking their heads wondering why they can't seem to eat it up.

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With no par fives, you end up trying to drive par fours and getting awkward pitches from around the green.

In 14 years the course record is still at seven under. Many seemingly tougher courses have lower scores shot more often. Seniors love being able to reach all of the holes.

Bob Catherwood
Hesperia, Calif.

January 15, 2008

Any opinions expressed above are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the views of the management.