Why Alabama Has Some of the Best Value Golf Courses in America ft. Jason Deegan | Cart Barn Podcast

Jason Deegan of Golf Pass joins The Cart Barn to break down the Golfers Choice rankings for Alabama’s best public golf courses. The conversation covers how the list is built from real golfer reviews, why Alabama continues to offer exceptional value, and how the RTJ Trail remains the foundation of golf in the state while other courses continue to gain recognition.

This week in the Cart Barn, Chris and Gregg welcome Jason Deegan of Golf Pass to discuss the Golfers Choice rankings for Alabama’s top public golf courses.

Unlike traditional rankings, these lists are built from reviews by everyday golfers, offering a different perspective on course quality, value, and overall experience.

But this episode goes beyond a list.

It highlights something bigger: the depth of golf across Alabama.

While the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail remains the backbone and premier golf experience in the state, this conversation explores how a number of other public courses are earning strong reviews and creating great experiences for players across all skill levels.

In this episode:

•  How Golf Pass builds the Golfers Choice rankings 
•  Why player-reviewed lists differ from expert rankings 
•  What golfers actually value: greens, service, pace, and overall experience 
•  Why Alabama is one of the best value golf destinations in the country 
•  Hidden gem public courses across the state 
•  How accessibility and affordability are shaping golf travel decisions 

The takeaway is clear:
 Alabama golf is not just strong—it’s deep, accessible, and built for real golfers.

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