How Rickie Fowler Created the Ultimate Backyard Turf Installation With Southwest Greens

When a PGA Tour pro builds a practice setup at home, you can be sure it needs to be the genuine article. Rickie Fowler — known for his recognizable style and serious short game — turned to Southwest Greens to turn his backyard vision into reality, and the results say it all.

Here's a behind-the-scenes look at what went into this one-of-a-kind artificial turf installation.

TWO OUTDOOR PUTTING GREENS, ONE PROPERTY

The centerpiece of Rickie's setup is a pair of custom outdoor putting greens that offer him a pro-grade practice area just outside his door.

The bigger of the two greens spans approximately 1,800 square feet. This one carries history — Southwest Greens completed it as far back as 2012. It's held up exceptionally well over the years, a real testament to skilled installation work. The second green — roughly 500 square feet — is a more recent addition and showcases Southwest Greens' latest premium products.

The second green — roughly 500 square feet — is a more recent addition and showcases Southwest Greens' latest premium products.

Both greens feature GB177 synthetic turf, a high-performance putting surface that delivers the consistent roll and speed a player like Rickie demands during training sessions. The compact green also received a finishing touch with GB134 fringe turf, adding that clean, precise edge you'd expect at a top-tier golf facility.

The result? A two-green setup that enables Rickie practice on everything from mid-range putts to detailed lag putting, right from the convenience of his own backyard.

BEYOND JUST FOR GOLF

This is where the project gets really interesting. Rickie's property isn't just a golf destination — Southwest Greens also installed a one-of-a-kind bocce ball court featuring precision-laid synthetic grass that keeps play smooth and consistent game after game. It's the type of feature that turns a backyard into a full entertainment space.

For the sport-oriented side of things, Southwest Greens installed synthetic grass for a pole-vaulting practice zone, specifying Bolt turf for that installation. Bolt is engineered to handle high-impact athletic use, making it a strong choice for a sport that demands a dependable, safe landing and approach surface.

WHY ARTIFICIAL TURF MAKES SENSE FOR SERIOUS ATHLETES

For a pro player balancing a busy tour schedule, the last thing you want is a natural grass putting green that needs constant watering, trimming, and seasonal reseeding. A synthetic grass installation stays picture-perfect year-round with little upkeep — and that's a real advantage when your prep time is valuable.

Artificial putting greens in Phoenix have come a long way. The GB177 surface used on Rickie's greens is designed to replicate the feel and playability of a natural bentgrass green, so the hours he puts in at home transfer directly to his results on the course.

BUILD A PERSONALIZED PUTTING GREEN OF YOUR OWN

You don't have to be a PGA Tour pro to enjoy a Phoenix backyard putting green that impresses every guest. Southwest Greens of the Valley designs and installs custom artificial putting greens for residential and commercial properties of all sizes — whether you're looking for a small 200-square-foot green to sharpen your short game or a multi-hole setup like Rickie's.

From the first design to the final blade of synthetic grass, every Southwest Greens installation is crafted with the same level of craftsmanship you witnessed on this project.

Ready to begin planning your own outdoor putting green in Phoenix? Contact Southwest Greens today and find out what's possible in your Phoenix space.