27 The short course project follows the various renovations we completed on the club’s 18-hole course in 2019, including the new eighteenth hole, new ninth green, two new practice greens, new short game area, and new driving range. What can golfers expect from the short course? We’ll have holes varying between 70 and 260 metres. This makes it a good option for beginners as well as for those who do not have the time to play the 18-hole course. Our plans call for natural grass greens that will be around 310 to 450 square metres in size. Teeing areas will have a hybrid artificial turf mat, with players also having the option to play from a grass tee. The six-hole course gives a good test for golfers at all levels. A ball can be kept in play easily – even with a putter – but good scoring will require soft hands and precise strategy. What is the timeline for the project? Construction began in early December with heavy earthworks to be undertaken this winter and finishing work will start in spring. The course will be open for play for the 2023 season. The main contractor is Modo Golf from Riga, Latvia. Their latest work has included my Tbilisi Hills project in Georgia and Nicklaus Design’s Jurmala project in Latvia. What makes the project special? Although there will be marked holes on the course, if the situation allows, players will be able to get very creative out there. A fun golfing experience is ensured by short-cut surfaces and strong shaping of the entire area. A sand and peat mixture covering all playing areas will guarantee optimal playability in all conditions. In Baltic countries golf is still a very young sport and an 18-hole round is seen as the only way to practice. A golf course like this can really be an eye-opener. Image: Rae Golf
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