Recent news, press coverage, and notable mentions about the club are featured in the articles below.

GOLFWEEK: PANDION CLUB
Golfweek reported that plans are moving forward for a new private golf club in Southwest Florida, with world-renowned architect Kyle Phillips tapped to design the course. The project will breathe new life into the former Old Corkscrew Golf Club site in Estero, bringing a strategic, heathland-inspired layout to the region. Phillips’ design is expected to emphasize natural terrain, walkability, and a classic golf experience rooted in tradition and the landscape. Developed by the Hoffmann Family of Companies as a golf-only private club, the vision for Pandion centers entirely on the game—and aims to deliver an elevated, member-focused golf experience when it opens in late 2027.

GOLF COURSE ARCHITECTURE: PANDION CLUB
Golf Course Architecture announced that world-renowned architect Kyle Phillips has been hired to design the new course at Pandion Club in Estero, Florida. Built on the former Old Corkscrew property, the course will be a strategic, heathland-inspired par 71 that reflects influences from Harry Colt and Tom Simpson. Developed by the Hoffmann Familyof Companies, Pandion is envisioned as a golf-only private club with a limited membership and a planned opening in late 2027. Phillips’ design emphasizes natural landforms, walkability, and a pure golf experience for passionate players.

SPORTS ILLUSTRATED: APOGEE CLUB NORTH BY ARCHITECT KYLE PHILLIPS
Apogee’s North Course in Hobe Sound has been recognized by Sports Illustrated as the Best New Private Course of 2025, and for good reason: the newest layout is a standout addition to an already remarkable trio of championship courses. Designed by Kyle Phillips, the North Course arrives as his first Florida design and is already being talked about as possibly the strongest of the group. Phillips—best known for world-renowned courses such as Kingsbarns, Yas Links, and South Cape—delivers a walkable, strategic layout that blends old-world golf values with creative modern shaping, reinforcing his global design reputation right here in the United States.

GOLF CLUB ATLAS: APOGEE CLUB NORTH BY ARCHITECT KYLE PHILLIPS
Golf Club Atlas reported Kyle Phillips’ work at the Summit (North) Course at Apogee Club marks a significant moment for the acclaimed architect—his first new build in North America in some time, after international successes like Kingsbarns, South Cape, and Yas Links. The design showcases Phillips’ talent for creating strategic, visually engaging golf on subtle terrain, using width, contour, and sophisticated green complexes to bring the landscape to life. In a region experiencing a surge of high-profile courses, Summit delivers a unique architectural voice that blends classic restraint with thoughtful modern shaping.
