Hancock Golf Course has a rich history as the former Austin Country Club. Nowadays, however, the municipal course has come upon some hard times; so much so, in fact, that the Austin’s Parks and Recreation Department has implemented pay-to-play automated payment machines for rounds played Monday-Thursday.
In an attempt to cut expenses, 9-hole Hancock Golf Course (the original Austin Country Club), now has an automated pay station next to the first tee. $15 walking-only M-Th. #atx pic.twitter.com/WTmxO4VZts
— Brandon Tucker (@BrandonTucker) March 15, 2018
To better demonstrate why this course hasn’t broken even in awhile, I present to you the finishing hole: pic.twitter.com/nCjuLAr1rc
— Brandon Tucker (@BrandonTucker) March 15, 2018
According to KXAN, the pro shop is open Friday-Sunday when the course makes the majority of its revenue, but for golfers in the area, there’s a bargain to be had.
Golfers in the area can stop by the automated pay machine, input their $15 walking fee and play as many holes as their heart desires. For a course that seems to be a low priority for the area, it can be a gold mine for the frugal golfer.
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