Ratliff Ranch is a links style course designed by architect Jeff Brauer and opened for play in August 1988 The course design is such that it is best to keep the ball in the center of the fairways or risk losing shots in the tall rough The large greens are undulating and the fairways are plush Water comes into play on four holes The wind plays a major factor on this course therefore making the proper club selection is paramount Ratliff Ranch plays from 4,887 to 6,797 yards and offers three sets of tees For additional information call the pro shop at 432 550 8181 or log on to the club s website at www ratliffranchgolf com