COURSE PROFILE INTERVIEW 3: Cliffhangers Golf Course By Brian Weis

COURSE PROFILE INTERVIEW 3: Cliffhangers Golf Course

By Brian Weis

Golf Course Overview: Cliffhangers Golf Course

Insights From An Insider With Madison Horner, Public Relations Manager

Local and traveling golfers love to research courses before playing them, whether it is to gain some local knowledge or to set an expectation before their upcoming round. Below is an interview with Madison Horner who shares some valuable insight about the property, its most talked about holes and the signature dish/drink to consume at the 19th hole.

In your opinion, what is the hardest hole and do you have any tips on playing it?
Every hole at Cliffhangers offers its own unique, yet fun challenge - that's part of what makes playing this course so memorable. From dramatic elevation changes to tight approaches and strategic green complexes, each shot requires a thoughtful approach. Rather than pointing to one specific hole, we always recommend that players take their time, embrace the natural contours of the land, and stay focused on course management and club selection.

As a golfer plays the final three holes, is there a chance for salvation? (any tips on closing out the round?)
When you reach the final stretch at Cliffhangers, forget to chase a number. This is where you lean into the moment. The last three holes demand sharp focus, but not in the traditional sense. It's less about grinding for a score and more about soaking in the experience and being fully present among the dramatic Ozark views, elevated tee shots, and raw natural beauty that surrounds you.

That said, if you're looking to end on a high note, keep your swing smooth and your tempo steady. Club selection is everything here, especially with the elevation shifts. Trust your instincts and aim for a confident, controlled swing rather than trying to muscle the ball.

As you close out your round, embrace the fun, stay relaxed, and take it all in. Because the last three holes might not offer salvation for your scorecard, they'll absolutely deliver something better - an unforgettable finish.

Contact Course
Cliffhangers Golf Course 1250 Golf Club Dr Hollister, MO, 65672 417-339-5420

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About: Brian Weis

Brian Weis is the mastermind behind GolfTrips.com, a vast network of golf travel and directory sites covering everything from the rolling fairways of Wisconsin to the sunbaked desert layouts of Arizona. If there’s a golf destination worth visiting, chances are, Brian has written about it, played it, or at the very least, found a way to justify a "business trip" there.

As a card-carrying member of the Golf Writers Association of America (GWAA), International Network of Golf (ING), Golf Travel Writers of America (GTWA), International Golf Travel Writers Association (IGTWA), and The Society of Hickory Golfers (SoHG), Brian has the credentials to prove that talking about golf is his full-time job. In 2016, his peers even handed him The Shaheen Cup, a prestigious award in golf travel writing—essentially the Masters green jacket for guys who don’t hit the range but still know where the best 19th holes are.

Brian’s love for golf goes way back. As a kid, he competed in junior and high school golf, only to realize that his dreams of a college golf scholarship had about the same odds as a 30-handicap making a hole-in-one. Instead, he took the more practical route—working on the West Bend Country Club grounds crew to fund his University of Wisconsin education. Little did he know that mowing greens and fixing divots would one day lead to a career writing about the best courses on the planet.

In 2004, Brian turned his golf passion into a business, launching GolfWisconsin.com. Three years later, he expanded his vision, and GolfTrips.com was born—a one-stop shop for golf travel junkies looking for their next tee time. Today, his empire spans all 50 states, and 20+ international destinations.

On the course, Brian is a weekend warrior who oscillates between a 5 and 9 handicap, depending on how much he's been traveling (or how generous he’s feeling with his scorecard). His signature move" A high, soft fade that his playing partners affectionately (or not-so-affectionately) call "The Weis Slice." But when he catches one clean, his 300+ yard drives remind everyone that while he may write about golf for a living, he can still send a ball into the next zip code with the best of them.

Whether he’s hunting down the best public courses, digging up hidden gems, or simply outdriving his buddies, Brian Weis is living proof that golf is more than a game—it’s a way of life.