As the beauty of winter settled around us, we haven’t been playing much golf, but it’s been a remarkable season nonetheless. While the courses rested, The International gained extraordinary momentum, earning widespread recognition from the most respected voices in the game. From national publications to global golf authorities, the reimagined Pines Course has been celebrated for its strategic brilliance, imaginative design, and timeless character. These honors affirm that even in the quiet months, something truly special has been unfolding here.
Sports Illustrated: Best Reimagined Private Course: The International (Pines)
Sports Illustrated named The Pines Course the ‘Best Reimagined Private Course’ in their roundup of ‘The Best New Golf Courses and Renovations of 2025.’ Coore & Crenshaw’s deep bunkers, wispy native grasses, and strategic greens show it’s a course where brains, not brawn, prevail.
Golf Digest: ‘The 10 best new holes I saw in 2025’ – The Pines 12th Hole
In a recent Golf Digest feature, Architecture Editor Derek Duncan named Coore & Crenshaw’s Hole 12 at The Pines Course one of the 10 best new or newly remodeled holes he saw in 2025. He highlighted its refined design and links-like playability, calling it out as a hole that can be played multiple ways and rewards strategy, touch, and thoughtful shot-making.
GOLF.com: The 8 most dramatic course changes from 2025 – The International, Pines Course
A course reimagined—and recognized on the global stage. GOLF.com named The Pines Course among the most dramatic redesigns of 2025, applauding Coore and Crenshaw’s richer mix of strategy, shot values, and timeless New England character.
Kingdom Magazine: “The Best of 2025″ – Golf Courses 2025: Pines Course at the International
A proud moment for The International! The Pines Course has been named to Kingdom Magazine’s “The Best of 2025,” a curated list celebrating the most standout courses, unforgettable rounds, and hidden gems of the year.
Golf Digest: “Best New Courses of 2025: Thousands of ratings from our experts determined the latest winners” – Runner Up as Golf Digest’s Best Transformation – The Pines Course
Golf Digest just revealed its Best New Courses of 2025, and Coore and Crenshaw’s Pines Course is runner‑up for Best Transformation!
As winter gives way to spring, these accolades serve as a powerful reminder that The International experience extends far beyond a single season. The Pines Course stands as a testament to inspired design, intentional play, and a club built around excellence. If you’ve been considering membership, now is the perfect time to step into what’s next and experience firsthand what has captured the attention of the golf world.
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