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Something New, Something Old, Something Saved.

Oct 19, 2025by - San Francisco Public Golf Alliance

Something New

Our friends at San Francisco based DryveBox are long time supporters of the San Francisco Public Golf Alliance. This Friday, Oct 24, they're bringing something new to the world of golf - Boxworld Fest - “The first ever sim golf and music festival in the world” on the bayside plaza of the Ferry Terminal at the foot of Market Street.

"At BoxWorld, we believe golf should be accessible, exciting, and social. Our mission is to bring people together to celebrate the joy of golf through innovative simulator technology, while creating an unforgettable festival experience that combines the best of golf, music, and culinary excellence. We're breaking down barriers and reimagining what a golf event can be... BoxWorld is about connection, community, and creating unforgettable moments where diverse passions unite."

Reserve your spot at Boxworld Fest [LINK] with a 50% discount ticket using the code “LOVESFGOLF50” - courtesy of DryveBox for SF Public Golf Alliance members.

Something Old

Chris Ardito, Heather Jackson, Lee Gregory, Sandra Winterbottom (L-R)
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” at the 11th Annual MacKenzie Tournament

93-YEAR-OLD SHARP PARK was the scene October 10 of the 11th Annual Alister MacKenzie Tournament, a scramble-format fundraiser for the non-profit San Francisco Public Golf Alliance and the Save Sharp Park Cause. A nice mix of golf geeks, newbies and veteran muni players turned out on a perfect golf day – warm weather, cloudless skies – to celebrate at Dr. MacKenzie’s public golf shrine by the sea. Thanks to the 100 golfers, fifteen sponsors, donors and volunteers. Look for a complete report of the fun event in the future, but in the meantime see Golf Magazines report on the MacKenzie Tournament and SFPGA’s long-running fight for public golf and Sharp Park - "Why the Survival of this Alister MacKenzie Muni Means So Much to Golf":

"But while a handful of original holes have been lost, much of MacKenzie’s work remains. His imprint is clear in the deceptive hazards and artful doglegs, and the humps and bumps of the greens and fairways. With Pacific waves crashing in the backdrop and wind-coiffed cypress trees framing the grounds, the property has a mystic feel about it. The rustic clubhouse complements the atmosphere and reflects the price point."

Something Saved

Sea Ranch Tee Off (Photo Credit - Leo Sens)

Sea Ranch Golf Course is a charming open-to-the-public seaside links in Sonoma County near the mouth of the Gualala River. It was closed early this year after several years of decline but has been resurrected and under new management by KemperSports, thanks to a save-the-course effort spearheaded by the course’s regulars. Josh Sens has the story - "How a shuttered seaside course in California came back to Life":

"In conventional golf-operator terms, Sea Ranch made little sense. Nor did it make money. This past January, ownership decided that enough was enough. It shut down the course, citing “unsustainable” financial losses. The closure didn’t count as major national news. But for locals, it cut deep. A group of them rallied, and their nine-month campaign has now paid off. Sea Ranch is coming back to life."

Thanks again to all of our supporters. Keep in touch, keep the faith, and keep your eye out for notice of our fabulous upcoming (Oct. 30-Nov. 13) Alister MacKenzie Golf Auction!