For an academy course, Kings Point excels because each hole is truly distinct in look and the way it plays, making for both a fun and memorable round. A terrific course to walk if you’re looking for some exercise.

Although the par-3s range in distance from just 88 to 184 yards and the two par-4s are both reachable for those who are extremely daring, it’s as tough as it is fun to play. There are three sets of tee decks to choose from, ranging from 2,396 to 2,562 yards. It’s a mature layout with lots of overhanging trees that can come into play, but it’s the extremely small greens with room to spare around the fringes that can wreak havoc with your short game.

Then, there are the greenside bunkers that are not only intimidating because of their number and the way they’re tightly knit into the mounds, but the majority are larger than the green sites themselves, making Kings Point the ultimate test of accuracy.