Attending the Memorial Tournament

[ranchlow]

Hello TST!

I will be attending the Memorial Tournament, June 2-3. I'm looking for any helpful tips on getting around Muirfield Village:

• Any favorite spots to watch from?
• Convenient routes between any holes? (I've read a bit about Muirfield being particularly difficult in this aspect)
• Can the entire course be walked from 1 to 18?
• All/any input is appreciated!

I've only been to one tour event previously, which was the US Open at Oakmont in 2007.

Thanks in advance!

[Carl3]

I live in the area and have attended a number of times over the years. There is a large parking area just east of the 6th tee where most people seem to enter. The course is spread out and not too compact. The 12th green seems to be a popular spot. It is a par 3 over water that starts from an elevated tee. There is a bar behind that under a tent that makes good bloody Mary's. The green at the 14th is also popular. It is a par 4 that has water in front. Both of these holes have nice embankments around the greens for good, stadium style viewing. I recall siting just beyond the fairway bunkers on the right side of #1, which is a long par 4 uphill. Not too many people around and my son and I were enjoying being away from the crowds. A ball plops down beside us and a few minutes later we see Ricky Fowler approach us as he pushed one into the rough. Also check out the practice tee. I enjoy spending an hour or so there seeing some great warm-up routines and ball striking. Enjoy!