architects
Understanding a course starts with understanding the people who designed it
William P. Bell
1886 - 1953
William P. Bell
Torrey Pines (North Course)
Torrey Pines (South Course)
Los Angeles Country Club (North Course)
Riviera Country Club
Bel-Air Country Club
William Watson
1860 - 1941
William Watson
Belvedere Golf Club
Interlachen Country Club
Ravisloe Country Club
Orinda Country Club
White Bear Yacht Club
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