January 31, 2024
Well, we got our first-ever Dogleg League getaway event in the books, and it was a weekend to remember! Twenty-two players traveled from near and far (New Mexico) to tee it up with us for the Dogleg League Desert Classic at Rams Hill and compete for the winning trophies (net & gross). We had couples, best friends, new friends and all skill levels playing at this unique, award-winning resort in Anza Borrego. We kicked off the weekend with a hoppy hour meet and greet at the House on the Hill – Ram Hill’s coveted resort house overlooking the 15th hole and sweeping desert mountain views. After a few cold, crisp Dogleg beers, we met in Borrego Springs for dinner at Carlee’s – an awesome local dive bar and restaurant where we filled up on delicious food, hustled some pool games and sang along with the local live music talent. Day 1: To get everyone into the competitive mindset, we started day 1 with a little putting competish. There was a 6-way tie for a brand-new Callaway putter, so a sudden death playoff determined the victor. Brian Kirkpatrick claimed the first prize of the event after getting closest to the pin on a double breaking 75-footer. Once we all had our putting dialed in, it was time to tee it up and take on Rams Hill. The fast, firm and undulating greens and tucked winds gave every player a tough challenge to start, but the winds and rain that picked up on the back nine were a true test of mental golf. Leader in the clubhouse after day one was Tyler Innes after shooting a 78 (gross) despite the challenging elements. Day 2: Despite a few ominous clouds and a sprinkle of rain, the golf gods favored our band of beer-loving golfers for the final round of our event. Between firing away at tucked pins and tricky lag putts, we enjoyed tasty beer, tacos at the turn and great vibes. In the end it was Innes who took home the championship trophy for gross winner after firing off 78-74, along with Marcus Mayors who posted equally impressive rounds of 77 and 76 for the net champion prize. All in all it was an epic weekend. Everyone walked away with new friendships, memories made and the itch to tee it up once more for the next Dogleg League event 😊