Yocha Dehe Golf Club & Cache Creek Casino History & TeeTour

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Josh Karp

Golf, Sports, Society & Culture

4.3 • 577 Ratings

🗓️ 25 February 2025

⏱️ 47 minutes

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GS#988 Summary This week's guest is Will Foust from Cache Creek Casino Resort and the Yocha Dehe Golf Course in Northern California. They discuss the history and development of the Yocha Dehe Golf Course, the management practices that keep the course in top condition, and the unique relationship between the casino and the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation. The conversation also touches on the geographical appeal of the resort, the networking within the golf industry, and the challenges and successes of operating a golf course in Northern California. In this conversation, Will shares the unique features and playability of the Yocha Dehe Golf Course, emphasizing its beautiful landscape, accessibility for golfers of all skill levels, and the various practice and instructional opportunities available. He highlights the strategic elements of the course, including the distinctive first hole and key holes that challenge players while providing enjoyable experiences. Takeaways The integration of golf and casino experiences has proven successful. High standards from ownership contribute to the course's success. The Yocha Dehe Golf Course is recognized for its excellent condition. Networking with Troon Golf enhances operational success. The course's location offers a unique natural setting for golf. The casino remains the primary business focus at Cache Creek. The course design prioritizes natural landscapes over residential developments. The Yocha Dehe Golf Course offers a unique landscape with vineyards and orchards. The course is designed to be very walkable and accessible for all players. The first hole provides a stunning elevated tee shot, setting the tone for the round. Strategic play is essential on key holes, particularly on par fives and threes. The greens are large and undulated, requiring careful consideration for putting. The course is designed to be fair and enjoyable for both beginners and advanced players. Please check out our new and updated website at golfsmarter.com! While there, you'll receive three free gifts when you post an honest review about Golf Smarter the podcast. You can also get free gifts for recording a show opening by clicking on "Record Your Show Open Here!" tab on the right side of the page. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey, which will also provide you with a link to Tony Manzoni's video! Follow @golfsmarter on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube. See our daily highlights and helpful insights from our interviews on the podcast. Thanks so much for checking it out and providing your feedback. This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms and conditions apply. This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options.This episode is also sponsored by SelectQuote. Make sure you get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at selectquote.com/golfsmarter today and get started.For exclusive content and first access check out Corrected Mistakes on Substack: https://substack.com/@correctedmistake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hi, this is Ken Downer from Asheville, North Carolina, and I play at Broadmoor Golf Course.
0:08.7	This is Golf Smarter, number 988.
0:11.2	So we're surrounded by farmland and just untouched nature, which, as everybody, your audience,
0:17.4	and you know that's pretty rare in golf anymore.
0:20.0	Most golf developments are built to
0:21.9	sell houses it seems like anymore. And to have a golf course that's just strictly golf, I really
0:27.0	think that's what makes this play special in itself. The golf course is a, it's a fantastic design,
0:32.5	it's always in fantastic shape. To come out here and be just in nature and play golf the way it was probably
0:38.7	originally meant to be played, it's special. And that's the one thing that really turned
0:42.8	me on to this place when I first came here.
0:50.3	Yochidae Golf Club and Cash Creek Casino, History and Tea Tour with Will Faust.
0:56.8	This is Golf Smarter, sharing stories, tips, and insights from great golf minds to help you lower your score and raise your golf IQ.
1:07.4	Here's your host, Fred Green.
1:09.7	Welcome to the Golf Smarter Podcast, Will.
1:12.9	Hello, Fred.
1:14.2	How are you, man?
1:15.6	Good, good, you?
1:16.8	I'm doing well.
1:18.5	Northern California's been getting a lot of rain lately.
1:20.9	What about you guys?
1:22.7	Yeah, we had four and a half inches over the weekend weekend and through through the middle of the week.
1:28.9	So nice little February storm to hopefully get us, still a little bit more,
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