Legacy Golf buys Buffalo Creek course, Troon to manage operations

Buffalo Creek Golf Club in Heath was sold Jan. 6, 2026, to Legacy Golf Properties LLC, a Kerrville-based operator, and the 18‑hole daily-fee facility will join Troon Golf’s management and operations network. The ownership and management change marks a shift from locally run stewardship to a nationally connected operator that the seller says will bring additional resources and broader marketing reach.

The deal is set to increase Buffalo Creek’s visibility to regional and national golfers through Troon’s distribution channels and marketing platforms. For a daily-fee course that serves residents, visiting players and local leagues, that exposure can translate into more rounds, fuller tee sheets and higher weekday play - all of which affect revenue for the course and nearby businesses that benefit from golf traffic.

Locally, Buffalo Creek has been a cornerstone for Heath and Rockwall County players who value convenient tee times, community tournaments and accessible green space. Management representatives have indicated plans to maintain course quality and to enhance the guest experience under the new ownership, and they emphasized that day-to-day public access will continue. Those assurances matter because changes in ownership often raise questions about member fees, public access and the character of a community course.

Economically, the partnership could mean incremental investment in landscaping, clubhouse operations and digital booking systems that make it easier for local golfers to reserve tee times. Increased regional marketing can boost round counts, which in turn supports on-site employment and spending at local restaurants, pro shops and service providers. While exact investment amounts or staffing changes were not disclosed, the movement toward a national management model reflects a broader trend in the golf industry where operators leverage scale and centralized services to drive occupancy and operational efficiency.

For Rockwall County officials and business owners, the key metrics to watch will be changes in rounds played, event bookings and any uptick in out-of-area visitors. Higher visitation might modestly lift patronage at nearby hotels and eateries, while sustained course quality supports property values for neighbors who prize well-kept fairways and open views.

Our two cents? Keep an eye on tee-time promos and community event calendars over the coming months. If you play Buffalo Creek, book early, support local tournaments and treat any new programs as opportunities to keep the course both competitive and community-focused.