The Crosby National Named to the Golf World and Golf Digest
Top 100 Golf Shops

Rancho Santa Fe, CA – January 4, 2010 – Escalante Golf announced today that one of their properties has been named to the Golf World Magazine and Golf Digest Top 100 Golf Shops in the country. The Crosby National, located in prestigious Rancho Santa Fe, was recognized by the Golf World and Golf Digest as one of the Top 25 Private Golf Shops in the country.

“We are excited to be included with such an esteemed group of clubs and courses. This honor reflects the collective effort of our staff and members. The Crosby is one of the premier courses in the country and this recognition affirms our place among the best of the best,” said Josh Lowney,PGA, The Crosby’s Head Golf Professional.

The Crosby National is a spectacular Fred Couples and Schmidt/Curley-designed golf course, with an impressive clubhouse, a sports club including a resort-style pool and state-of-the-art workout facilities, and four championship tennis courts. It is situated in the heart of the exclusive Rancho Santa Fe community and was recently selected one of America’s 100 Best Golf Communities by Travel & Leisure Golf Magazine.

Established in 1991, Escalante Golf and owns and operates numerous golf properties throughout the United States, including Colorado, Florida, Ohio, Texas and California. The company has developed a reputation of excellence in club ownership and management and has built its business through selective acquisition and world-class management of distinct golf and resort properties.

“I am proud of the team we have at The Crosby as this recognition by the Golf World Magazine and Golf Digest reflects on their commitment to making this one of the most elite clubs in the country. The pro shop is truly spectacular, as is the course and our associates’ commitment to exceeding our members’ expectations,” said David McDonald, President of Escalante Golf.

Additional information about The Crosby is available at www.thecrosbyclub.com.

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