Don January

Don January was an American professional golfer who enjoyed a distinguished career spanning the PGA Tour and senior circuits. Born in 1929, he achieved his greatest triumph at the 1967 PGA Championship and went on to win multiple times on the PGA Tour during the 1960s and early 1970s. Following his competitive playing days, January transitioned to golf course design, focusing primarily on courses across his home state of Texas.

His design portfolio includes a collection of Texas layouts that reflect practical, player-friendly design principles. Among his credited works are Pinnacle at The Pinnacle Golf Club in Mabank, Pecan Hollow in Plano, and Great Hills Golf Club in Austin. Additional designs include LakeRidge Country Club in Lubbock, Los Rios Country Club in Plano, and courses in Grand Prairie, Corinth, Mansfield, and Nacogdoches.

January's architectural work carried forward the sensibility of a seasoned tour professional, creating courses accessible to everyday golfers while maintaining strategic interest. He passed away in May 2023, leaving behind both a competitive legacy and a modest but enduring contribution to Texas golf architecture.

Sources: Wikipedia article on Don January; course list from Course Vaults.