About
Bill Newcomb is one of the few modern golf architects to have played in the Masters Tournament as an amateur before turning to course design.
Bill Newcomb is a respected American golf course architect known particularly for his impact in the Midwest and his expertise in blending challenging play with landscape harmony. Launching his career under the legendary Pete Dye, Newcomb quickly demonstrated a knack for strategic and visually compelling designs, integrating Dye-esque features into his work. He is noted for several highly regarded courses, including Apple Valley Golf Course in Ohio, Spruce Run at Grand Traverse Resort, Travis Pointe Country Club in Michigan, and the Donald Ross Memorial Course at Boyne Highlands, which was named the Best New Resort Course in America by Golf Digest in 1990. As a dedicated golfer, Newcomb played in the Masters as an amateur and served as golf coach for the University of Michigan. His extensive portfolio, which spans the U.S. and Canada, is marked by designs that challenge accomplished players without discouraging newer golfers, emphasizing the enjoyment and artistry of the game throughout his career.
