Originally known only as "Hardcore" - the alternative sporting centre, and boasting an ankh-inspired golf tee for a logo, this dark themed club started as a public course with a members only coven/bar. It became apparent over time, that there were two groups of people visiting the club: Avid golfers, and Gothic winos. These two groups were not mingling.

Aptly named Mini-Goff, the introduction of the mini-golf course was a huge success, catering for the younger modern gothic, and children of golfers alike. Suddenly different cultures, and sub-cultures, could be seen playing along side one another. As a result, the club mission statement was produced.

On the 9th of May, 2002, the website was launched under the widely adopted slang name "Gothic Golf", and accordingly, the entire club underwent a change of name, and facilities. This was the first time the spike-ball logo was unveiled to the world.