Midlothian Country Club – Southwest Chicago’s historic country club and host venue of the 1914 U.S. Open Championship – is now showcasing the stunning results of its dramatic course renovation led by famed architect Raymond Hearn, ASGCA (Raymond Hearn Golf Course Designs, Inc.).
All 82 bunkers were renovated by Hearn and now feature Pro/Angle Sand for increased playability and easier maintenance. Meeting demands of the modern game, the tee-boxes were lengthened for added yardage as well as new sightlines and shot-making options placing a premium on strategy.
The renovation melds the historic past of Midlothian’s timeless layout, even recreating intriguing pin positions from the 1920s, with contemporary course design principals that will continue to put the 18 in the highest echelons of Chicago area golf clubs for decades to come.
“It is an honor to work on a such an incredible course like Midlothian that has stood the test of time and renovate it for today’s game,” says Hearn. “Our goal was to restore and renew the layout for players of all abilities to savor their time and enjoyment on one of Chicago’s true golf treasures.”
“Our membership here at Midlothian was looking for a renovation that respected our classic layout while honoring its historical look and feel,” says Matt Barry, Club President. “Ray Hearn was diligent in working with us to understand our priorities and the renovation has blended in seamlessly, our members are beyond thrilled with the results.”