In this episode, hosts Matt Considine and Dr. Kevin Moore sit down with renowned golf course architect Rob Collins of King Collins Dormer Design, delving into the proposal and process that won the bid for Royal Dornoch. KCD was selected to design and build two new courses, a par-3 course, and practice facilities at Royal Dornoch. Rob shares personal stories of immersing himself in local Scottish culture, pivotal moments that inspired the ambitious master plan, and the powerful emotions felt when securing such a prestigious project. Highlighting the balance between tradition and innovation, he emphasizes the critical role of community collaboration, stewardship, and the importance of stellar presentation. The hosts also reflect on their recent travels, including memorable experiences in Anguilla and Montgomery, and express excitement for future golfing adventures, notably NewClub's bi-annual International Fixture to England.

NewClub > https://www.newclub.golf

Titleist > https://www.titleist.com

King Collins Dormer > https://www.kcdgolf.com/

Royal Dornoch Master Plan > https://www.kcdgolf.com/royaldornoch

Royal Dornoch Membership Presentation > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTjSzzd8r6A

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts

08:07 Introduction of Guest Rob Collins

15:50 The Royal Dornoch Project Announcement

23:51 The Collaborative Approach to Golf Course Design

00:00 Embracing a New Culture

01:32 The Bidding Process and Initial Impressions

03:56 Unlocking the Vision: The Ridge Line Discovery

08:46 The Power of Presentation

12:57 The Magical Round: A Personal Connection

16:41 Honoring Tradition While Innovating

20:50 Community Engagement and Support

25:07 Project Timeline and Future Prospects

27:50 Leveraging Past Experiences for Future Success

32:36 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Aspirations