Back Nine Golf Opens in New Caney, TX — Full Swing Sims, 24/7 Access

The Back Nine franchise in New Caney, Texas, celebrates its grand opening August 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT. Located at 20470 FM 1485, Ste. E, the veteran-owned indoor golf simulator venue is the latest outpost in the rapidly expanding Back Nine franchise network.

What Back Nine New Caney Offers: Full Swing Simulators and 24/7 Indoor Golf

The venue is equipped with Full Swing simulators — the industry-leading sports technology platform used by top PGA Tour professionals. Each bay delivers:

• Real-time ball flight, club data, and swing analytics
• Access to world-renowned courses including Pebble Beach, Spyglass Hill, Torrey Pines, TPC Sawgrass, and St. Andrews
• Weather-independent play year-round

The venue is open 24/7, with no membership required to book a tee time. Members receive preferred access, discounted rates, and exclusive perks. For a comparison of similar indoor golf simulator venues, see our guide to commercial simulators.

Ownership & Background

Owned by Darrin and Shawna Ballard, the New Caney location soft-opened July 15 before the August 8 grand opening celebration. The Ballards are veteran operators bringing the Back Nine franchise model — which emphasizes accessibility, technology, and community — to the fast-growing Houston exurb.

New Caney sits at the intersection of some of the fastest-growing residential corridors in Texas, with the Valley Ranch master-planned community driving significant population growth. The Back Nine is positioned to serve a wide geographic area stretching from Houston’s northern suburbs through Conroe and into Montgomery County.

Pricing & Membership Model

Back Nine New Caney follows the standard Back Nine pricing model:

• Public tee times start at $60/hour — no membership required
• Memberships provide 24/7 access, unlimited tee times, guest passes, and up to 30% off store merchandise
• Founding memberships were offered ahead of the opening with a $25 deposit for the first 40 members
• Corporate memberships are available with custom packages for team-building and client entertainment

Events & Programming: Leagues, Tournaments, and Sim Golf Packages

Beyond open play, the venue plans a full calendar of programming:

• Leagues and tournaments — competitive sim golf for all skill levels
• Camps and clinics — fundamentals instruction for juniors and adults
• Private events — birthdays, corporate outings, and celebrations
• Kids’ games — family-friendly challenges and long-drive competitions

For more ideas on what to play, check our best sim golf games for families guide and best courses for practicing specific shots guide.

What This Means for Houston-Area Sim Golf: Commercial Simulator Venue Growth

The New Caney opening adds to a dense network of sim venues across greater Houston. Back Nine now operates multiple locations in the region alongside competitors like Five Iron Golf, Another Nine, and independent venues. The 24/7 model and no-membership-required policy make it one of the most accessible options in the market for budget-friendly indoor golf.

Full Swing simulation at this price point ($60/hour public) puts professional-grade data and course access within reach of casual golfers who don’t want to commit to a membership. For serious players, the unlimited membership tier offers strong value at a fraction of a country-club dues. Compare this to other commercial golf simulator packages for venue operators.

Location Details

Address: 20470 FM 1485, Ste. E, New Caney, TX 77357 Phone: 936-502-2259 Hours: 24/7 Website: thebackninegolf.com/local/new-caney-tx

Related reading: Back Nine franchise boom analysis, Another Nine vs Back Nine vs Five Iron comparison, Best golf simulators for commercial venues.