Golf in the Phoenix area

Three Phoenicians compete

The grassless Ironwood course north of Scottsdale

They gather in pre-dawn to pursue mass pleasure with a club.

More than 200 courses statewide reflect both innovative, imaginative design and classic layouts of the traditional school. Illus. Accompanied by a brief interview with Jack Nicklaus on designing desert courses. Port.

Phoenician Karsten Solheim designed and custom-makes the most popular golf clubs in history (the Ping Eye 2 model putter), but his product is too good - it's been banned by the PGA and USGA. It's a fascinating story. Illus. Port

Women golfers