Northwood Club in Dallas, TX, opened in 1946 and hosted the 1952 U.S. Open, giving it a significant place in golf history. Today, the private 18-hole course, which also includes a four-hole short course, supports 525 members and nearly 30,000 rounds annually. A major renovation in 2016, completed in 2018, allowed the club to evaluate its turfgrass needs and implement significant upgrades.
NorthBridge® Bermudagrass at Northwood Club in Dallas, TX.
Director of Agronomy Kevin Carpenter, who has worked at Northwood for 19 years, led the trials to identify the best turfgrass for the renovation. After years of testing, the club selected Northbridge® Bermudagrass its tees, fairways and shaded areas. “It held up really well in some of the shaded areas, performed great on tee boxes and fairways, and we even noticed that at rough height, it was providing a significant benefit for what we needed out here,” Carpenter said.
Trusted Performance
NorthBridge has been praised for its durability under cart and foot traffic. Members frequently compliment the grass, describing the fairways as “like carpet” and noting the clean lie it provides for shots.
Carpenter highlighted its early green-up in spring and color retention well into fall, sometimes lasting near the holidays. These qualities make NorthBridge an ideal choice for the challenging climate of North Texas, where summers are hot and winters can bring freezing conditions.
Watch Kevin Carpenter discuss the impact of NorthBridge® Bermudagrass and how it helps deliver top playing conditions year-round:
Beyond the Course
The benefits of NorthBridge extend beyond golf. Carpenter installed it at his home in a heavily shaded, high-traffic area used by his two dogs, where other grasses struggled. “I’ve had it for two seasons, and it’s done great. I recommend it to homeowners and other clubs. I’ve even suggested it to members with shade issues,” he said.
Northwood Club’s choice of NorthBridge reflects its ability to meet high expectations for both playability and aesthetics. “If I’m putting my name behind it, I’m definitely recommending NorthBridge Bermudagrass—it’s done great,” Carpenter said.
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