Las Colinas Golf and Country club demonstrates excellence as host to final stage of Q-school
Victorious James Heath predicts bright future for host venue after a windy final round at one of Continental Europe
LAS COLINAS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB reinforced its status on the international golfing stage after hosting a successful Stage Two of European Tour Qualifying School which saw England’s James Heath crowned champion.
After a final round 75 in windy conditions, Heath finished on a total of -15 under par, one shot ahead of South Africa’s Brandon Stone.
A clear master of the course, Heath was vocal in his support for the Spanish club as a potential future host venue for the main tour.
“[Las Colinas Golf & Country Club ] is a fantastic facility - the range, chipping area and course are all great. The service was fantastic and, if it is the goal, the facility certainly has everything needed to host a full European Tour event,” said Heath.
The 72-hole shoot out round the course - named as one of Continental Europe’s Top 100 – saw aspiring players and veterans vying for one of 17 spots in the final stage. Among the qualifiers were England’s Stiggy Hodgson and James Robinson, and Gareth Wright and Liam Bond of Wales.
“Once again, Las Colinas Golf & Country Club has been a first-class host for the European Tour Qualifying School. The team at Las Colinas has done a tremendous job of setting up the course which was in immaculate condition and, after a tough final round, the players were full of praise for the Cabell B. Robinson design,” commented Mike Stewart Qualifying School Director, European Tour. commented Mike Stewart Qualifying School Director, European Tour.
Las Colinas Golf & Country Club has rapidly developed into a world-class destination since its opening in 2010. Located just south of Alicante in the region of Valencia, the Cabell B. Robinson design is a fair test for professionals and holidaying golfers alike.
Cristobal Guerrero, Las Colinas Golf & Country Club Managing Director said: “It is an honour for us to host such a prestigious event that means so much to all the competitors, as they fight out for a place on the main Tour and we congratulate James. It is a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase our championship golf course, contemporary accommodation and expanding facilities which have been the driving force behind our growing status as a destination.”
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