Arcadia - Golf in Seattle and Tacoma (Images of Sports) | Local Golf History

Delve into the Puget Sound region's golf heritage with Arcadia's Golf in Seattle and Tacoma. This richly photographed book traces how local clubs, courses, and communities helped shape the game, weaving iconic moments with lesser-known chapters that illuminate the region's competitive spirit and design language.

What you’ll discover

Across archival images and thoughtful commentary, you’ll encounter players, venues, and events that left a lasting mark on the local landscape. Notable milestones appear alongside candid scenes from tees, fairways, and clubhouses, offering a vivid sense of place without prescriptive claims.

• The rise of Seattle's Bill Wright as a national champion and a trailblazer for broader participation
• Ballard's Karsten Solheim and the birth of the PING golf club legend
• Homer Kelley and his influential ideas on swing physics, illustrated through historical imagery
• John Dreher's archival pursuit surrounding the kidnapping of George Weyerhaeuser
• The Fir State Golf Club and minority golfers shaping opportunities and community
• Chambers Bay, the region’s newest course, highlighted for design evolution and public access

Two ways the book enriches your perspective

• Contextual photography that captures the texture of greens, wind, and clubhouses
• Thoughtful narratives that connect players, courses, and regional culture without making absolute promises

Why this book matters

By pairing visuals with historical context, Golf in Seattle and Tacoma invites readers to imagine the sounds of a swing, the rustle of old programs, and the conversations that shaped a community’s approach to the game. It emphasizes possibilities—what the region has celebrated and what it has learned from its diverse players and venues.

Who this is for

Readers curious about local history, golf photography, or course design will find a thoughtful, well-researched perspective that broadens appreciation for the sport in the Pacific Northwest.