Testimonials
Oak Ford GC earns top honors!
Tampa Region:
Top 10 Best Golf Courses by ESPN
Oak Ford Golf Club earns 4.5 stars
Golf Digest rankings are in...
We're ranked among the best in the state.
Proving to be "the best public course in Sarasota"
Oak Ford Golf Club in the News
Swartzes turn around Oak Ford Golf Club, Sarasota Herald Tribune.
Best Golf Course in Sarasota, GolfBoards.com
In the Swing: Tips & Tidbits for Sarasota Golfers, Sarasota Magazine (pdf)
As a member of the greens commitee at my country club, I am impressed by the condition of your course. The greens are supurb. It's an amazing transition in such a short period of time.
— J.B, Sarasota, FL
We consider Oak Ford the best course we have played in Florida, the peace & tranquillity to be found on your course is something really special to us.
— Mr. & Mrs. Worthington, Yorkshire England
....a short note to congratulate you on the "rebirth" of Oak Ford Golf Club. I played with my husband and two friends for the first time since your family has taken over the operation.
The first impression of the clubhouse gleaming above the manicured lawn sets the tone and it follows through to the pro shop, restaurant, rest rooms and other public areas. Everything is so clean!
Kudos to Trace and the maintenance staff. The attention to detail is evident and the course is in wonderful shape - picturesque and playable. I had forgotten how peaceful a trip to Oak Ford can be, and how much wildlife can be seen.
Again, thanks for an enjoyable experience and congratulations to your entire staff on a job well done.
— Jean Couser, Publisher - Golfer's Guide
I have been playing Oakford winter, spring summer and fall for seven years. The course has played brilliantly since you took it over.
It plays better and really makes the game enjoyable. The greens run true and the couse is in outstanding shape.
Look forward to my next round
— K.Hall, Bradenton, FL
I would like to thank you both on Marilyn and my behalf, for the pleasure we have had playing Oakford for the past five months.
As you know I believe that the course is without doubt one of the best in Florida, and having traveled prolifically and played golf all over the place.
Oakford stands out as something special, not only is its design a delight of naturalness, but you have brought to it with your family a playing standard that many course's in the world would be jealous of.
Please give my thanks to all your staff and many friends at Oakford, and thank them for making our winter with you so wonderful.
Both of us wish you both and your two great sons a good and prosperous summer, with all your hard work and imput you all deserve maximum success.
Looking forward to seeing you all once again next November.
— Kindest Regards. Tony and Marilyn Casket, England

