Legendary golfer Ben Crenshaw, Architect Earl Santee Team Up to Build Golf Clubhouse, Practice Facility

January 13, 2023

By Christi Mays

The scene was the 1999 Ryder Cup Saturday night press conference. A downtrodden American team had a disappointing day on the course, and the outlook for a comeback was dismal with the Europeans leading 10-6. Leaning into the mic, U.S. Captain Ben Cren­shaw had a determined look. To the audience and the sports fans at home, he made a profound prediction.

“I’m going to leave y’all with one thought… I’m a big believer in fate. I have a good feeling about t...