The Plover Connects | May 2026

Fry/Straka Global Golf Course Design was on-site in Tai Po in April 2026 The Plover Connects | May 2026

CRAFTING THE FAIRWAY Every world-class course starts with the rare ability to see the strategy, emotion, and natural beauty hidden within the reclaimed land.

In April, our designers were on the ground in Tai Po doing exactly that bringing the master plan for Plover Cove Golf Club to life.

Backed by a 30-year partnership and over 80 global projects across significant championship golf courses such as Erin Hills Golf Course in Wisconsin, the venue of the 2025 U.S. Women's Open, Fry/Straka Global Golf Course Design is crafting a landmark truly special in Hong Kong. Through their signature approach of Creative Distinction, the duo is maximising the natural character of our stunning Tai Po site to deliver a brilliant, memorable layout.

“ Designing through Dana Fry Golf Course Designer the player’s eyes” Plover Cove Golf Club As a former elite collegiate golfer, Dana Fry brings that exact competitive edge to Plover Cove.

His layouts are designed for ultimate drama, rewarding bold shots, challenging strategic decisions, and utilising striking diagonal angles to keep you on your toes. Having spent years living in Hong Kong, Dana didn't just design a course; he integrated it.

Discover a masterfully crafted playing experience shaped by a deep, personal understanding of our local landscape.

Rendering image of Hole 6 at Plover Cove Golf Club

Jason Straka “ Playing the land Golf Course Designer as nature intended” Plover Cove Golf Club

Complementing Dana’s vision is Jason Straka’s expertise in eco-centric design. A former president of the American Society of Golf Course Architects with deep Cornell roots, Jason is globally recognised for integrating world-class courses into sensitive natural environments. By prioritising native grasses and ecological harmony, he delivers a timeless, rugged aesthetic.

Together, Dana and Jason aren’t just building a course at Plover Cove, they are sculpting a premier golfing destination shaped by artistry, strategy, and the soul of the landscape.