TEE TIMES GOLF GUIDE Magazine October 2024 | Page 26

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Eagles ’ Landing Golf Course
The Challenge Awaits Your Skills !
Paradise Pointe Golf Complex
Can You Golf All 36 Holes ?
Shamrock Hills Golf Club
Plush Zoysia Fairways and Silky Greens !
Belton , MO — Eagles ’ Landing Golf Course opened for public play in 1999 and quickly became regarded as one of the best public golf courses in the Kansas City area . The course , located in Belton , MO , on a former air force base , completed a 2.25 million-dollar renovation in 1998 that included the rebuilding of all 18 greens , the addition of two practice greens , a new irrigation system , fairway re-grading and drainage , and the addition of 45 new tee complexes .
A new clubhouse was built in 2006 , and shortly after , it completed a new practice range . General Manager Jay Kennedy says , “ Walk away smiling — that ’ s our goal . We want golfers to have a great time at Eagles ’ Landing , whether you play 18 or 9 holes of golf . So , come on down and let our friendly staff show you a good time !”
Distinctive features of Eagles ’ Landing include 69 sand bunkers that pepper the landscape like a B52 Bomber made practice runs . The course plays 6,926 yards from the championship tees , 6,348 from the blue tees , 5,737 from the white tees , and 4,909 from the forward green tees . Offering plush Zoysia fairways , the course is always in fabulous condition from tee to green . Eagles ’ Landing is regarded as one of the most challenging yet fun courses to play within the Kansas City area .
If you go to Eagles ’ Landing website , it will list the current green speed — how ’ s that for service ! www . EaglesLandingGolfCourse . com .
Eagles ’ Landing Golf Course , 816.318.0004 . Located at 4200 Bong Avenue , Belton , MO 64012 .
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SMITHVILLE , MO — Golf all day at Paradise Pointe Golf Complex where you will find the Northlands ’ only 36-hole golf complex . The original course , the “ Posse ,” opened in 1982 and is located on the shores of Smithville Lake . Its excellent layout features water hazards and beautiful views of the lake . An 18-hole , par 72 with Bluegrass fairways and Bentgrass greens , it plays 6,663 yards from the back tees .
The “ Outlaw ” course , designed by wellknown Architect Craig Schreiner , is a par 72 course that opened in 1994 . It features 7,016 yards of plush Zoysia fairways , and large Bentgrass greens , with many of its holes featuring beautiful lake views . One of the KC area ’ s superior public courses with many holes that could be considered as signature holes .
Records show that the James Gang actually lived and frequented this area long before there was Smithville Lake — hence the course names . It ’ s unknown if they played golf .
A great golf facility with excellent course conditions and superior customer service . Paradise Pointe offers one of the best practice areas within the KC area — a large driving range and a large putting practice green .
General Manager Eddie Hall inventories a large selection of the latest name-brand golf equipment and an extended supply of apparel . The clubhouse offers a sports bar , appropriately named , the “ Hideout ,” preserving the course ’ s Jesse James theme .
The courses are always in superb condition and offers golfers an incredible value . Best of all — you ’ re at the lake and haven ’ t even left KC !
Paradise Pointe Golf Complex , 816.532.4100 . Located at Smithville Lake , 18212 Golf Course Rd ., Smithville , MO 64089 . www . ParadisePointeGolf . com .
LEE ’ S SUMMIT , MO — Shamrock Hills Golf Club was established in 1961 by a group of four families from Harrisonville , MO . Most of the same families maintain ownership today , more than 63 years later ( 2024 ). The course offers 170 acres of scenic land with no housing around its perimeter giving golfers a private , country setting with challenging holes through gently rolling hills . For golfers who enjoy a causal round of golf — it ’ s a relaxing course to walk .
Shamrock Hills measures 6,363 yards from the longest tees and plays to a par of 71 . Forward tees play 5,166 yards to a par 73 . It ’ s a perfect course for any golfer from beginner to low-handicapper — a fun course to play !
Play on plush Zoysia fairways leading to some of the best greens in the Kansas City area . There are water hazards and enough sand bunkers to test your accuracy . Green fees for 18 holes are the lowest around at only $ 30 weekdays ( seniors $ 25 ) and $ 38 weekends . Cart fees are $ 20 . ( Rates subject to change .)
Shamrock Hills offers practice chipping and putting areas and a driving range to warm up before your round . A professional golf staff is available for lessons . The friendly golf staff is lead by General Manager Eric Reisner , whose goal is to provide you with a quality experience including exceptional service and a comfortable atmosphere . They do a great job at achieving that goal !
Shamrock Hills is located at 3161 South 291 Hwy — about 3.5 miles South of 50 Highway on South 291 Highway in Lee ’ s Summit , MO . Take M-291 South to Hook Rd . Turn east on Hook Rd , then South on the outer road . Continue about a quarter mile to the entrance . For more information or tee times , call 816.537.6556 or visit www . ShamrockHills . com .