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EDITOR’S NOTE

or this issue, we gave writer Brian Hurlburt Moving on from golf, we turn to a travel piece on Greater
the almost impossible task of covering the Zion. Just a quick car ride from Las Vegas and nestled in
outstanding and up and coming junior golfers of Southwest Utah is the picturesque area of Greater Zion,
Las Vegas. The talent across the valley is high, home to Zion National Park, However, what many may not
F and being entrenched in the local golf scene, know is that there is a wealth of beauty and adventure out-
Brian was an obvious choice. He definitely stepped up to side of the tourist-driven national park. Daniela Delgado,
the plate and turned in exactly what we were hoping for. our newest writer, recently set out to experience all the
His concern of missing a junior that should have been wonders that Greater Zion has to offer and shares her expe-
included in this story is warranted, and I am sure we did rience with you starting on page 66. She also contributes
miss someone. It would be impossible to make everyone this issue with a spotlight on Kona Grill, in particular their
happy and we realize that. We hope, however, you enjoy this popular weekend brunch (page 80).
feature story and read about these juniors that are excelling
at the sport of golf. With the sheer number of golf courses, And as we often like to do, we snuck in some coverage of
coaches, and programs available in Las Vegas, it is an UNLV, focusing on basketball this time around. Turn to
amazing town to grow up in as a junior golfer. The support page 74 to learn more about head coaches Lindy Larocque
is there, and these juniors are evidence of that. So, turn to (women) and Kevin Kruger (men).
page 48 and enjoy learning about them and their journey as
junior golfers.
We hope you enjoy reading this issue!
Also in the golf world, we show our support of those behind
the scenes, specifically golf course superintendents. Living
in the desert and keeping a golf course green is a tough job,
and these individuals tackle that battle daily. We dig deep
with this story into life behind the scenes and it is pretty
interesting stuff. Turn to page 42 to see what we mean.

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