Chicago District Golfer Digital Extra - Winter 2015

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Welcome to Chicago District Golfer Digital Extra, a new member service brought to you by the Chicago District Golf Association.

The goal of CDG Extra, which will be a quarterly feature, is to keep you connected with your CDGA member-ship throughout the year. Despite the cold weather, we know you are still thinking about golf, and we hope that this helps satisfy your appetite until the spring.

While CDG Extra will incorporate many of the same elements you enjoy from the print issues of Chicago Dis-trict Golfer, the online format allows for some new wrinkles you will see in this and the upcoming issues:

• Video segments• Direct links within articles• Interaction using social media

To navigate the publication, use the arrows on the left or right side of the screen. Additionally, any element highlighted with a blue box means it is a hyper link. Put your cursor over the link and click this icon to visit the link.

We hope that you enjoy this new feature! If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

DIGITAL EXTRAWinter 2015 | Vol. 1, No. 1

4 Around the CDGA Fit for Golf .......................................................4 Golf Shows ......................................................4 Tournament Registration ..............................4 Improve Your Game .......................................5 Top Courses ....................................................5

6 Coming to Chicago A large number of high-profile professional and amateur tournaments will be visiting the District this summer.

7 CDGA Member Offers Pebble Beach and the 2015 U.S. Amateur Championship at Olympia Fields are offering CDGA members exclusive opportunities.

8 Desert Destination With almost 200 courses, 330 days of sun shine annually, and numerous top lodging and dining options, Scottsdale is considered by many to be one of the world’s top golf destinations.

12 Indoor Golf Facilities There are plenty of facilities throughout the District that allow you to hone your game during the offseason.

Cover photo: We-Ko-Pa Saguaro No. 18

Table of Contents photo: Troon North Pinnacle No. 1

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Registration for the 101st season of CDGA-sponsored events is open to all members. “We have a great schedule lined up for 2015, including some changes and new events,” said Director of Rules & Competitions Nick Scillia. “We would like to thank all of the clubs that are hosting events, and we are looking forward to a great year.” The 96th CDGA Amateur Championship and 85th Illinois State Amateur Championship highlight the slate. The CDGA Am will be held June 22-25 at Knollwood Club for the ninth time. Open to any CDGA member with a handicap index 5.4 or lower, four qualifiers will be held throughout the state leading up to the Championship. The State Am will be contested at a new site, Panther Creek Country Club, from July 14-16. Any amateur residing in Illinois

with a handicap index of 7.4 or lower is eligible for the event, which features nine chances to qualify. Numerous other playing opportunities exist, including many gross/net, flighted or Better Ball events throughout the District.

CLICK HERE FOR THE 2015 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

CLICK HERE FOR THE 2015 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE RELEASE

Raymond Knoll - 2014 Illinois State Amateur Champion

Around the CDGAFIT FOR GOLF | TOURNAMENT REGISTR ATION | TOP COURSES | GOLF SHOWS | IMPROVE YOUR GAME

» FIT FOR GOLF

Despite being often overlooked, pre-round stretching is vital to prevent injuries or soreness. By watching the video below, you can learn simple stretching techniques that utilize a golf cart from Jeremy Smith of the Athletico Golf Performance Center.Athletico’s Golf Performance Center is a unique facility that houses orthopedic rehabilitation and year-round golf training with 3-D technology and golf fitness equipment under one roof. For more information, call (630) 572-9700.

» TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION

» GOLF SHOWS

The CDGA will return to both major regional golf shows in Chicagoland in 2015. The CDGA will run a putting contest for current members visiting the booths, as well as new members signing up at the golf shows. Prizes will include tickets to professional sporting events in Chicago, major golf events in the region in 2015 and gift cards to golf retailers. Members will also have the opportunity to win membership upgrades and gold membership points. “We’re excited to get out and promote the game of golf in the preseason at these two excellent events,” CDGA Manager of Membership Michael Sullivan said.

Tinley Park Golf ExpoFeb. 6-8 • Tinley Park Convention Center

TINLEYPARKGOLFEXPO.COMCLICK HERE FOR AN EXCLUSIVE CDGA MEMBER OFFER

Chicago Golf ShowFeb. 27-March 1 • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

CHICAGOGOLFSHOW.COM


» IMPROVE YOUR GAME

While most of the golfer’s focus often is placed on improving swing mechanics, even the best fundamentals can be negated by a poor set up. In the video lesson below, Top 100 Instructor Jim “Doc” Suttie takes you through the proper set-up fundamentals.

FIT FOR GOLF | TOURNAMENT REGISTR ATION | TOP COURSES | GOLF SHOWS | IMPROVE YOUR GAME

The District was well-represented in Golf Digest’s biennial “100 Greatest Courses” rankings.

100 GREATEST14) Chicago Golf Club (Wheaton)39) Medinah Country Club - No. 3 (Medinah)46) Butler National Golf Club (Oak Brook)60) Canyata Golf Club (Marshall)66) Olympia Fields Country Club - North (Olympia Fields)81) Rich Harvest Farms (Sugar Grove)99) Shoreacres (Lake Bluff)

100 GREATEST PUBLIC53) Cog Hill Golf & Country Club - No. 4 (Lemont)

SECOND 100 GREATEST184) Olympia Fields Country Club - South (Olympia Fields)187) Conway Farms Golf Club (Lake Forest)

You can access the full rankings, including a list of the top-25 courses in Illinois, by clicking here.

» TOP COURSES

B R A N D E L’ S R U L E S F O R S C O T T S DA L E G O L F

1. NEVER FORGET YOUR CAMERA {Because the scenery is spectacular}

“One of the things I love most about golf in Scottsdale is the scenery. Everywhere you look — it's just incredible. And, the Sonoran Desert isn’t bad either.”

– Brandel Chamblee GOLF CHANNEL ANALYST AND SCOTTSDALE GOLF AMBASSADOR

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Coming to ChicagoThe summer of 2015 will offer members plenty of opportunities to see the world’s best golfers up close. Seven top professional and

amateur events will be visiting the District between June and September.

Palmer CupRich Harvest Farms

June 12-14PALMERCUP.ORG

Encompass ChampionshipNorth Shore Country Club

July 6-12ENCOMPASSCHAMPIONSHIP.COM

John Deere ClassicTPC Deere Run

July 6-12JOHNDEERECLASSIC.COM

Western AmateurRich Harvest Farms

August 3-8THEWESTERNAMATEUR.COM

PGA ChampionshipWhistling Straits

August 10-16PGACHAMPIONSHIP.COM

U.S. AmateurOlympia Fields Country Club

August 17-232015USAMATEUR.COM

BMW ChampionshipConway Farms Golf Club

September 14-20BMWCHAMPIONSHIPUSA.COM


2015 U.S. AmateurThe 2015 U.S. Amateur Championship is pleased to offer CDGA members the exclu-sive opportunity to save $10 off volunteer fees.

The $65 CDGA Volunteer Package includes:• 2015 U.S. Amateur Championship logo golf shirt• 2015 U.S. Amateur Championship logo hat• Rain poncho• Grounds badge for week of Championship• Meal vouchers

To volunteer, CLICK HERE and enter the promo code CDGA2015.

Pebble BeachThis is the chance you have been waiting for to visit one of the nation’s top golf destina-tions.

Pebble Beach is offering CDGA members exclusive stay and play packages through

March 31. Packages include two nights at The Inn at Spanish Bay or The Lodge at Pebble Beach, one round on Pebble Beach Golf Links, one round at Spanish Bay or Spyglass Hill Golf Course, and a $100 resort credit.

For more information and to register, CLICK HERE and utilize promo code GOLFCDGA.

CDGA Member OffersAs a CDGA member, you have exclusive access to deals on courses, travel, tickets and more! Check out these offers below, and be sure

to continually access the “Member Offers” page from My CDGA Caddie.

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hen choosing a golf destination, the number of options and different opin-

ions can be overwhelming. What better source to rely upon, though, than the pros? More than 40 current and for-mer PGA Tour and LPGA players call the Scottsdale area home, and it’s easy to see why. While it is considered a suburb of Phoenix, Scottsdale has plenty to offer on its own. The city of over 225,000 combines a vibrant scene with unparalleled golf options to form a must-visit for sun-starved Midwest golfers.

The Boulders Golf Club A secluded and stunning resort, The Boulders features two chal-lenging courses sure to make for an entertaining round.

The North course, the older of the two courses, features spectac-ular views of Black Mountain as it meanders through the Boulders community. Both courses are built right into the desert foothills and offer breathtaking panoramas - including stunning boulder for-mations, striking Sonoran Desert sunsets and natural desert terrain. Keep your eyes open, because desert wildlife is often visible during play. Every day, golfers are surprised to see a bobcat, rabbits, coyotes or a javelina while hunting for a wayward shot. In short, your experience should be a scenic and natural wonder. The South course provides its players with much of the same ex-perience they would find on the North course. The scenic views and desert beauty continue - with even more locations for the perfect Ko-dak moment. While the North

course is the original offering from the resort, many people believe that the South course is the most scenic. In fact, it has holes that go right up into the boulder forma-tions. During your round you will encounter the signature “Boulder Pile” and also “Rosie’s Rock,” two of the resort’s most recognizable rock formations.INFO: theboulders.com

Camelback Golf Club

Camelback Golf Club features 36 holes of championship golf in a parkland setting that promises a demanding and dynamic ad-venture. The 6,903-yard, par 72 Ar-thur Hills-designed Padre Course features multiple lakes, towering trees, subtle landforms and stra-tegic bunkering to sharpen your game. The 7,014-yard, par 72 Jason Straka-designed Ambiente Course

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Desert DestinationWith almost 200 courses, 330 days of sunshineannually, and numerous top lodging and diningoptions, Scottsdale is considered by many to be one of the world’s top golf destinations

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offers a distinct challenge where accuracy and a good strategy command the day, as every hole will force even the best players to focus on each and every shot. Golfers will find the eye-catching elevation changes, as well as roll-ing fairways with significant drops throughout the course, are among its most striking features. The 36,000 square-foot pueblo-styled Clubhouse offers golfers an expan-sive golf shop, Acacia restaurant, meeting and banquet space, and the finest amenities in the Valley.INFO: camelbackgolf.com

Kierland Golf Club

This Troon-managed course, de-signed by Scott Miller, features 27 holes that form a complementary collection of nines - each with its own flavor and strategy, but all

equally enjoyable and challeng-ing. Golfers can enjoy the luxury of air-conditioned golf carts and a covered driving range. Kierland Golf Club’s innovative FORE-MAX program helps golfers step up their performance through im-proved fitness, flexibility and nu-trition. With its customized work-outs, FORE-MAX is also a popular fitness option for those who don’t

play golf. For a unique golf expe-rience, Kierland Golf Club offers a Scottish golf program, where golfers play in a traditional Scot-tish kilt, and Segway Golf, where golfers traverse the course on a Segway specially crafted to carry their golf bag. Traditional golf in-struction and ProFit custom club fitting also is available.INFO: kierlandgolf.com

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The Phoenician Golf Club

The Phoenician’s 27-hole golf course offers the challenge and diversity golfers long for, plus the beauty and tranquility that makes the game even more enjoyable. Grouped into three distinctive nines - the Oasis Nine, the Desert Nine and the Canyon Nine - each course is aptly named for captur-ing the many profiles of the re-sort’s acreage, while offering mul-tiple 18-hole combinations.INFO: thephoenician.com

TPC Scottsdale Now there are two reasons to play TPC Scottsdale: the award-win-ning Stadium course, home to the PGA Tour’s Waste Management Phoenix Open, and the all new Champions course. Both courses feature undulating fairways, man-icured greens and challenging bunkers. With breathtaking views of the McDowell Mountains, the Champions course rivals the Sta-

dium course in both beauty and playability. The biggest challenge may be deciding which course to play first.INFO: tpc.com/scottsdale

Troon North Golf Club Troon North Golf stands as the hallmark of the desert golf experi-ence, with two 18-hole golf cours-

es stretching through the natural ravines and foothills of the high Sonoran desert in the shadows of Pinnacle Peak. The challenge, visu-al sensation and special ambiance of Troon North set the standards by which all others are measured. Troon North’s Monument and Pinnacle courses consistently rank at the top of many golfer’s must play list. Golfers in search of a su-perb golf experience are returning to Troon North Golf Club to play course-designer Tom Weiskopf’s true vision. New renovations by the former British Open champion have created two new layouts with improved playability. By blend-ing the two tracks together and changing the sequence in which the holes are encountered, the new design allows each layout to be played exactly as the land dic-tates, while still maintaining the courses’ true character and integri-ty. The club’s 37,000 square foot clubhouse boasts amenities such as an award-winning golf shop, well-appointed locker rooms and

LOCAL KNOWLEDGEResorts• Talking Stick Resort: Luxurious 240,000-square-foot property featuring two

golf courses, a spa and panoramic views from the award-winnning Orange Sky restaurant. MORE INFO

• Hotel Valley Ho: Boutique hotel in downtown Scottsdale that features the hip OH Pool Bar, which has been voted one of the “World’s Coolest Pools” by Travel + Leisure. MORE INFO

• Bespoke Inn Cafe & Bicycles: Intimate downtown property that combines the personalized service of a bed and breakfast with the luxurious amenities of a resort. MORE INFO

Dining• Dominick’s Steakhouse: A lavish steakhouse featuring a rooftop atrium, re-

flecting pond and private dining library. Features aged steaks broiled at 1,600 degrees with clarified butter. MORE INFO

• El Chorro: Originally created in the 1930s as a lodge that hosted visitors such as Clark Gable and Milton Berle, El Chorro is known for exquisite beef, fish and chicken entrées, and world-famous sticky buns. MORE INFO

• Elements: Executive chef Beau MacMillan of Food Network fame utilizes fresh, local and seasonal ingredients at this restaurant. MORE INFO

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world class dining.INFO: troonnorthgolf.com

We-Ko-Pa Golf Club

The We-Ko-Pa story starts with its incomparable setting. Locat-ed on the eastern edge of Scott-sdale, We-Ko-Pa is blessed with

jaw-dropping mountain vistas in every direction. Golfweek ranks the Saguaro course No. 67 in America’s top 100 modern courses and ranks the facility’s two courses as the No. 1 and No. 4 rated public access courses in the state of Arizona. A 21,000 square foot clubhouse fea-turing a full-service restaurant, bar

and expansive patio completes a golf experience free of homes, commercial development and even out-of-bounds stakes.INFO: wekopa.com

Photos courtesy of Scottsdale CVB.

Visit experiencescottsdalegolf.com for more info.

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Indoor Golf FacilitiesDon’t let the cold weather prevent you from enjoying golf! There are plenty of great indoor golf options throughout the state,

including these below:

Bogies Indoor Golf Club1501 Mitchell Dr. Oswego, IL 60543

2091 63rd St.Downers Grove, IL 60515

WEBSITE

Fairways1141 W. ArmitageChicago, IL 60614

(773) 698-6020WEBSITE

Golf Academy at Terra Cotta5200 Pleasant Hill Rd.Prairie Grove, IL 60012

(815) 355-4225WEBSITE

Green Garden Golf Dome9511 West Manhattan-Monee Rd.

Frankfort, IL 60423(815) 469-3350

WEBSITE

Just Fore Fun Golf Center301 Eisner Dr.

Champaign, IL 61822(217) 403-4653

WEBSITE

Links & Tees Golf Dome800 W. Lake St.

Addison, IL 60101(630) 458-2660

WEBSITE

McQ’s Sports Dome730 N Bolingbrook Dr.Bolingbrook, IL 60440

(630) 739-7600WEBSITE

Golf Learning Center1304 Cross Creek Dr.

Normal, IL 61761(309) 829-4653

WEBSITE

Fairways - Chicago


Mistwood Performance Center1700 W. Renwick Rd.Romeoville, IL 60446

(815) 254-5773WEBSITE

Score 181466 E. Chicago Ave.Naperville, IL 60540

(630) 848-7200WEBSITE

Studio 59 at Piper Glen Golf Club7112 Piper Glen Dr.

Springfield, IL 62711(217) 483-6537

WEBSITE

White Pines Golf Dome500 W Jefferson St.

Bensenville, IL 60106(630) 422-1060

WEBSITE

obsports.com/gw

TEGAVAHtegavahgolf.com/gw

480.471.3232

SEDONA GOLF RESORTsedonagolfresort.com/fore

928.284.9355

ASU KARSTEN asukarsten.com/gw/

480.921.8070

EAGLE MOUNTAINeaglemtn.com/gw

480.816.1234

LONGBOWlongbowgolf.com/gw

480.807.5400

MCDOWELL MOUNTAINmcdowellmountaingc.com

480.502.8200

PALM VALLEYpalmvalleygolf.com/gw

623.935.2500

RAVEN GC- PHOENIXravenphx.com/gw

602.243.3636

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