TLDR
- This initiative marks LinksDAO's debut of the LINKS community token on the cutting-edge Base blockchain, signaling a move past their prior NFT-centric approach.
- The organization has secured a stake in Hillcrest Golf Course in Kansas City, an iconic piece crafted by Donald Ross.
- Renovation efforts, valued at $30 million, are being spearheaded by acclaimed architect Tripp Davis, with an anticipated unveiling in Spring 2026.
- LinksDAO NFT holders will have exclusive access to one-third of the LINKS token pool, with smaller portions allocated to select NFT groups.
- By integrating blockchain technology with classic golfing, the project paves the way for inclusivity, planning to attract both the LinksDAO network and Kansas City's golfing community.
LinksDAO Previously, in 2022, this crypto-golf pioneer generated $10 million through NFT sales, and recently unveiled two pivotal advancements: the rollout of a new digital currency named LINKS and a partnership and the purchase of a significant share in the renowned Kansas City golf course Hillcrest.
Anticipating a launch on the Base blockchain soon, the organization tweaks its initial NFT-focused model to adapt to market changes. A detailed plan shares a third of token supply among existing LinksDAO NFT members, with slivers for other NFT communities like Pudgy Penguins and Bored Ape Yacht Club.
In a community discussion, LinksDAO's founder Mike Dudas highlighted the token's adherence to regulations and its ties to the golf community.
\"We're introducing a community token intertwined with golf culture and community spirit,\" Dudas remarked.
Positioned not as a speculative vehicle but as a community catalyst, LINKS is imagined by co-founder Cooper Sherwin to become a staple for every golf enthusiast's crypto wallet.
Golf Course Acquisition
Parallel to the token announcement, LinksDAO has formalized their plan to hold partial ownership of Kansas City's Hillcrest Golf Course, a golfing gem from 1915 designed by Donald Ross, following an earlier acquisition in Scotland.
Working alongside Robb Heineman, a Kansas City entrepreneur and soccer team owner, the Hillcrest collaboration involves a $30 million restoration effort. Though financial specifics are under wraps, LinksDAO secures a minority stake and board membership.
Architect Tripp Davis, with a portfolio including Oak Tree National and Augusta Country Club, leads the rejuvenation of the 135-acre property, already breaking ground in Swope Park's highest area.
Hillcrest offers sweeping views of downtown, enhanced by its lush, hilly landscape. Its historic clubhouse has been replaced to accommodate a state-of-the-art structure. The course harbors a rich legacy, with Donald Ross once proclaiming it the finest worldwide.
With high aspirations for the revamped course, CEO Jim Daily revealed plans to promote memberships to a global audience and Kansas City locals, citing potential interest from NFL and MLB athletes.
LinksDAO's community swells to 7,000 across 40 nations, predominantly in the U.S. The NFT crowd will vote on Hillcrest's fate but lacks full control over its destiny.
A sizeable gathering of 200 tuned in on Tuesday for news on both the golf course stake and the cryptocurrency initiative. Despite claims, LinksDAO seems more like a niche club for enthusiasts than a fully decentralized entity.
Exclusivity marks the national membership scheme, open only to LinksDAO NFT possessors. The goal for reopening is Spring 2026, contingent on approvals and favorable environmental conditions.
Heineman expressed optimism about the collaboration in a statement: \"LinksDAO aligns with our visionary approach to modern golf clubs.\"
