Oakmont: An interview with Gil Hanse
- Richard Humpreys golfcoursearchitecture.ne
- Jun 6, 2025
- 1 min read
Oakmont, PA: Gil Hanse completed a project on the course in 2022-2023, initially focused on updating infrastructure but ultimately leading to the renovation of features throughout the course. He was supported by design partner Kevin Murphy, Kye Goalby, Matt Smallwood, Oakmont’s Mike McCormick and his maintenance staff, Total Turf Golf Services, Toro and Better Billy Bunker. (continue reading)
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