Volume XIII, Issue 1
Autumn/Winter 2007-8
Kahili golf COURSE
CENTRAL MAUI
The 6,570-yard, par-72 Kahili golf course was constructed in 1991 and designed by Robin Nelson and Rodney Wright. Its new owners have made the financial commitment to making the golf course even better than ever. Robin recently came back to enhance playability by softening the landing areas, lowering greens, adding tees, installing all-new putting green surfaces (TifEagle), adding new bunkering and replacing all of the course’s sand. Kahili now sports new carts with GPS, and a staff trained for the ultimate in resort quality guest service. Carved out of the foothills of the scenic West Maui Mountains, the design of Kahili golf course takes advantage of the local terrain and Hawaiian trade winds to create a unique golf experience. The par-3s on the back side lay up and downhill to small greens. On the front side, a small dry creek bed and a lake come into play; accuracy is a must. The par-4s are designed to make the golfer work to get to the greens in regulation. There are many elevation changes combined with doglegs in both directions. The par-5s are designed to give the long ball hitter a chance for a birdie or possibly an eagle. Kahili, with a commanding clubhouse, is now open to the public and will make for a fun outing.
Scenery abounds at Kahili, where views of the ocean and Maui are spectacular from the course’s modern clubhouse.
DEPARTMENTS
Maui’s golf courses on the grid.
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A thought or two about our culture.
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Recaps, previews, and news from Maui.
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The work artist Ronaldo Macedo fashioned for this issue’s cover.
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Kapalua’s Gary Planos brings us up to speed. Read more....
Our extensive library of golf photography, shot by us exclusively, is the largest archive in Hawaii. Read more....
The Maui Golf Show debuts in 2008, but as our collection of footage grows, you can preview what’s ‘in the can’ right now.
Each issue, we ask residents, pros, tourists, and course workers for their ‘take’ on various courses.
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Local fashion models Igne, Randy, and Natalie all awash in Kaanapali and Wailea Old Blue logowear.
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Maui’s best 19th hole. Read more....
ADDENDA
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Pro Shop: 808-242-4653
Year built: 1991
Rating/Slope: 72.3/135
Practice Range: yes
Lockers/Showers: yes
Architect: Nelson & Wright
Course Supt.: Russ Dooge
Metal spikes: not allowed
Dress code: no tank tops
Greens: TifEagle
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