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Haig Point resident Barth Hoogstraten has 'much to be proud of'

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Thanks to the Haig Point Club for sharing this story of its senior resident:

"It's hard to be humble when you're Dutch."

So says the bumper sticker on the front of one of many individually owned golf carts that career around Haig Point on Daufuskie Island, where cars are not allowed, save for maintenance and construction vehicles.

That golf cart belongs to Dr. Barth Hoogstraten, a resident of the private club and community on the eastern half of the island. Haig Point is a half-hour's journey by boat from its neighbor, the much more bustling Hilton Head Island. But visiting Daufuskie and Haig Point, one would think it a world away, populated by proud, fascinating people like Dr. Hoogstraten.

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Daufuskie Island community races to save historic lighthouse

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ISLAND PACKET- April 25, 2012

Time has caught up with a historic beacon at the northeastern tip of Daufuskie Island.

For nearly 140 years, the Haig Point Lighthouse has withstood nor'easters, hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes, guiding ships to safe passage and welcoming visitors.

In recent years, however, beach erosion has threatened to wash the historic landmark into Calibogue Sound. The community now is trying to fend off further erosion to save the lighthouse.

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Haig Point Club featured on "The Grill Room"

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

April 5, 2012, Daufuskie Island, S.C. – Haig Point Golf Club was featured on The Grill Room, a golf program on Sirius/XM radio, on the weekend of April 14-15. Personality interviews showcased the award-winning Club and the lifestyle of Daufuskie Island, itself, which is located off the coast of Hilton Head, S.C.

Top Golf Courses in South Carolina Announced for 2012

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

One Pete Dye gem has replaced another of the master architect's work as the best golf course in South Carolina in balloting by the South Carolina Golf Course Ratings Panel.

The Ocean Course at Kiawah Golf Resort, which will play host to the PGA Championship this summer, moved to No. 1 in the state rankings by the thinnest of margins, edging The Sea Pine Resort's Harbour Town Golf Links for the top spot.

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Dining Options at Haig Point Club

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Haig Point Club on Daufuskie Island offers an array of dining options to its members and guests. From dining at the club to personalized private events, Haig Point is well diversified when it comes to dining services.

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Sports and Recreational Options at Haig Point

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Haig Point’s Rees Jones Signature Course has put Daufuskie Island golf on the map. The course, designed and restored by Rees Jones in 2007, has appeared multiple times in Golf Digest’s “America’s 100 Greatest Courses,” and also earned a position in Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 in the World.” The originality factor of the course comes from alternate tee and hole selections that accommodate every golfer’s game, no matter what skill level. Haig Point is known for golf, but also offers a variety of other recreational activities for members and guests to enjoy.

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KENNESAW STATE OVERCOMES ELEVEN SHOT DEFICIT TO DEFEND TITLE AT THE 4TH ANNUAL REES JONES COLLEGIATE INVITATIONAL ON DAUFUSKIE ISLAND (S.C.)

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

October 4, 2011, Daufuskie Island, S.C. – Kennesaw State shot a remarkable team score of 1-over 289 today to erase an eleven shot deficit and defend their title at the 4th Annual Rees Jones Collegiate Invitational at Haig Point Club on Daufuskie Island, S.C. The Owls 54-hole total of 30-over 894 was four shots better than the University of South Carolina (898). Wake Forest University and Iowa State finished tied for fourth (900) with Liberty rounding out the top five (906).

“Our kids just hung in there, and fortunately, a lot of our guys played well today,” Kennesaw State head golf coach Jay Moseley said. “To have four guys shoot 73, or better, today on this challenging golf course is just amazing. This was a great win for our guys.”

This was Kennesaw State’s first win of the season after ninth and eleventh place finishes in their first two matches this fall.
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Marshside Mamas Play on Isolated Island

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

NAMED AFTER FAVORITE RESTAURANT

By Michael Rardon/USTA Southern

The small island of Daufuskie lies just a mile off the South Carolina coast near Hilton Head Island and is only accessible by boat. There are almost no cars on the small island and it has very few residents. But if your USTA League team arrives on Daufuskie Island to play a match and sees a golf cart with a bumper sticker about the Marshside Mamas … beware.
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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA ANNOUNCED AS THE HOST TEAM FOR THE 4th ANNUAL REES JONES COLLEGIATE INVITATIONAL AT HAIG POINT

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Impressive Lineup of Teams Set for Golf Tournament on Rees Jones Signature Course on Daufuskie Island; Three Defending Conference Team Champions to Compete

June 9, 2011, Daufuskie Island, S.C. – The University of South Carolina Gamecocks have been announced today by officials at Haig Point as the host school for the 4th Annual Rees Jones Collegiate Invitational Golf Tournament scheduled for October 2-4, 2011 on Daufuskie Island, S.C. Michigan State hosted the tournament the first three years of the event and the Spartans will return to be part of this year’s full field of 13 teams.

“We always look forward to coming to Haig Point and competing on their world-class layout on the Rees Jones Signature course,” said Bill McDonald, head golf coach of the University of South Carolina. “We have a tremendous lineup of teams and it will be a battle for the championship this fall. The golf course does not allow you to let up on any hole. It’s a shot makers course where good shots are rewarded and bad shots are penalized. I know all the teams anticipate a great challenge for 54 holes.”

Nine different conferences will be represented in the Rees Jones Collegiate Invitational and will include defending conference championship squads from UNC-Wilmington (Colonial Athletic Association), Kennesaw State (Atlantic Sun) and Liberty University (Big South). The rest of the field is composed of Charleston Southern (Big South); Georgia State (Colonial); Iowa State (Big 12); Jacksonville University (Atlantic Sun); South Florida (Big East); Tennessee-Chattanooga (Southern Conference); Wake Forest (Atlantic Coast Conference); and Winthrop University (Big South).

Haig Point's signature golf course, which debuted at 28th in the country by Golf Digest and 68th in the world by Golf Magazine when it first opened 22 years ago, recently underwent a $5.5 million renovation and restoration overseen by Rees Jones. The renovations earned the Rees Jones Signature Course as the third “Best Remodel” from Golf Digest in 2007. The par 72 course measures 7,380 yards.

“The event gives people in the Hilton Head area a great opportunity to see some of the best college golfers in the country,” said Jason Cherry, director of golf at Haig Point. “It’s great to see how much this tournament has grown in just a couple years and this fall we’ll see perhaps our most competitive field yet. With those teams, on this course, in this idyllic setting, we look forward to seeing what team comes out on top.”

While the Gamecocks are hosting this year’s event, they have also made themselves right at home at one of the fastest growing collegiate golf tournaments in the country. South Carolina won the tournament the first two years, including a dominant victory by 37 strokes in 2009. Last year, Kennesaw State won the title in a playoff against Liberty University.

Individually, the Rees Jones Collegiate Invitational will see a strong roster of players vying for medalist honors. Liberty’s Robert Karlsson of Sweden has won Big South Golfer of the Year award the past two seasons and was one of eight collegiate golfers named to the 2011 European Palmer Cup team. Past Palmer Cup participants have included current PGA TOUR stars Dustin Johnson, Rickie Fowler, Luke Donald, Ben Curtis, Graeme McDowell and Brandt Snedeker.

South Carolina boasts a young, but talented team. Current freshman Caulder Moore finished 20th in the recent Southeastern Conference Golf Championship, and fellow freshman Blaine Woodruff led the Gamecocks in stroke average this season. Plus, another freshman, Logan Harrell, won the 96th Carolinas Amateur in 2010, widely considered to be one of the most prestigious regional amateur events in the country.

Teams will play a practice round on Sunday, October 2, followed by 36 holes of competition on October 3, and the final 18 holes on October 4. All three days of competition are open to area golf fans, and Haig Point is offering complimentary ferry travel and tournament admittance.

Renowned golf course architect Rees Jones will also come to Haig Point to visit with the teams during a special pre-tournament dinner ceremony on October 1.

For more information about Haig Point and the 4th Annual Rees Jones Invitational, visit www.HaigPoint.com.

About Haig Point
Haig Point is located on Daufuskie Island and is a charming sea island, private club and community located just off the coast of South Carolina, between Hilton Head and Savannah, Georgia. Haig Point is only accessible by a private ferry system originating on Hilton Head Island. Haig Point is home to the historic Strachan Mansion, Calibogue Club, Lighthouse, Tabby Ruins and the stunning Rees Jones Signature Golf Course. The island amenities also include a full-service Tennis Center, Equestrian Center and a community park. For more information about the island, or real estate opportunities, call (800) 686-3441, or visit www.HaigPoint.com.

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The Seven Wonders of Hilton Head

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Hilton Head Monthly

Tim Hager

The Strachan Mansion is featured as one of Hilton Head Island's Seven Wonders. Click the link to read the article featured this month in Hilton Head Monthly. On the homepage, simply click onto “Browse the Digital Edition” and load the issue. From there, flip to page 61 for the article on the “Seven Wonders of Hilton Head.” The Strachan Mansion is included among the editorial written by Tim Hager.

Beaufort County teams win 5 divisions at senior state tennis finals

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Island Packet

By: Justin Jarrett
The Marshside Mamas had no such close calls in bringing home Daufuskie Island's first senior state title. They swept all three courts in their semifinal and final matches Monday to finish off an undefeated season, an impressive feat for a team that moved up from the adult 2.5 division to the senior 3.0 division this year.

"We really didn't think much about it," co-captain Linda Blanchette said. "We thought we would have fun this year, because it was a bit stressful last year, and then we just kept winning and winning. Then it was even more stressful."

The division winners qualified for the sectional tournament to be played in Mobile, Ala., in August. Read More Here

Senior state tennis tournament starts today on Hilton Head Island

Sat, 14 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Island Packet

By SAM McDOWELL
...A pair of those teams helped a local club make history. Haig Point Tennis Center, located on Daufuskie Island, has qualified two teams for the state championships for the first time. The Marshside Mamas will compete for the 3.0 women's title, while the Daufuskie Divas will try to win the women's 3.5 division.

"We only have four women's doubles teams at Haig Point, so to qualify two of them for (state) is very impressive," said Ron Gwyn, director of tennis at Haig Point and coach of both teams. "The ladies have worked very hard to get to this point and are now looking forward to the challenge of bringing home a championship, or maybe two." Read More Here

Problem rooted out! Rare tabby ruins saved from tree roots on Daufuskie Island

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Island Packet

By Josh McCann
Rare tabby ruins on Daufuskie Island were saved from imminent collapse Wednesday when Bartlett Tree Experts barged over a 45-ton crane to remove trees whose roots had cracked the fragile, historic structures. Read More Here

'Writer on board' recalls Mansion's journey up the Intracoastal Waterway

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Island Packet

Paul deVere figured he was in for a treat.

It was 1986, and Haig Point's developers were planning an outlandish feat -- moving an entire, historic, 7,500-square-foot mansion by barge 100 miles from St. Simons Island, Ga., to Daufuskie Island to serve as the focal point of their new private club. Read More Here

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Golf Vacation Packages for the Early Bird

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Golf has become very popular in recent years. Who does not know Tiger Woods? Almost everybody in this planet knows what golf is. If given the chance, they would al love to play but sadly not everybody can because golf courses in their areas are too expensive. Not only that, you will also need your clubs and all the necessary things in order for you to play. Luckily, there are courses that have great packages and discounts that it allows even those that cannot normally play, be able to play. There are many places where you can go to play golf but you should seriously consider going to Haig Point to take advantage of the golf vacation packages there. They have a world class course so you can be sure that it is top notch.

An Enjoyable Form of Exercise at Haig Point

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Golf is a game that almost everyone can most definitely enjoy. It is not just for the young like basketball or football. Neither is it for the old only. It is both for the young and old. However, it is not only a game but it also exercise for many. There are those who do not have time to go to the gym or jog around their neighborhood.

Haig Point: A Whole New Kind of South Carolina Island Living

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The state of South Carolina is blessed with a fairly rare geographical feature that separates it -- or, more accurately, parts of it -- from the rest of the country. They're called barrier islands, and they make certain communities in South Carolina a little bit separate from the mainland.

Learn to Love Life in a Coastal Community

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

It doesn't matter if you live in rain-filled Seattle or sunny San Francisco; the rocky seascape of Maine or the white sands and beaches of South Carolina's Grand Strand, there's just something about the lifestyle of a peaceful coastal community. It's one thing to vacation on the edge of the Earth, but to settle in for the long haul, knowing that every morning will be greeted by miles of rolling ocean and periwinkle skies -- there's a near-magical attraction to that thought on the part of most of America.

Find The Best Coastal Golf Communities in South Carolina with 'Discovery Tours'

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

So you're looking to move to South Carolina, and you know you want to live on the links. In fact, you chose South Carolina specifically because it provides some of the best coastal golf communities in the United States. But of the many such places, how can you figure out which one is the right one for you?