The greens at Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta are undergoing a remarkable transformation, according to one member. Mark Reider, president of the Trilogy at La Quinta Maintenance Association board of directors, expressed his amazement at the improvement of the greens, which were previously dead. While there is still work to be done, Reider noted that the coverage is looking quite good. The course had been neglected for nearly two years due to ownership disputes and financial issues, but with the intervention of the homeowner’s association, it is being revived and is expected to be ready for play in the upcoming season.
Trilogy Golf Club, formerly known by various names and once the host of prestigious events like The Skins Game, was left in a state of disrepair. Cracked putting surfaces, overgrown rough, neglected bunkers, and gray fairways made it seem like a lost cause. However, after the homeowner’s association purchased the property and took over management, the course is making a comeback. The goal is to have it ready for play by mid-November, with the restoration process well underway.
The restoration efforts are focused on the greens and the irrigation system, which are crucial for the health of a golf course. BlueStar Resort and Golf, the management firm overseeing the restoration, has replaced the irrigation heads around the greens and a significant portion of the heads throughout the rest of the course. The main pump station has also undergone extensive repairs. Additionally, the course’s architect, Gary Panks, has collaborated with Arizona architect Gary Brawley to update the layout. The greens have been renovated, with the top layers removed and the Bermuda surfaces expanded to their original size. Some bunkers have been removed or reshaped to enhance playability.
Challenges remain, such as re-doing the interiors of the bunkers and clearing weeds that have grown tall. The restaurant and pro shop building also require attention, although it may not be ready by the mid-November opening. Despite these obstacles, the goal is not only to cater to the members who voted to purchase the course but also to attract outside players. Positioned as an appealing alternative to neighboring courses like PGA West, Trilogy Golf Club aims to be a desirable destination for golf enthusiasts visiting California.
