F A C I L I T I E S U P D A T E
MSU Golf Course
Facilities Get
Some Work Done
New 18th Green
by Daniel Soehren, PGA
In 2010, headed by PGA Director of Golf, Tony Luczak, the MSU Golf Course began a series of improvements to the facilities.
In addition to the removal and renovation of several bunkers on the golf course, the practice facility underwent a significant overhaul to improve longevity, increase usability and overall satisfaction of its patrons.
A few changes to the practice facilities included the lengthening and widening of the driving range
The range tee was brought back towards the clubhouse, creating a more expansive teeing area.
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teeing and landing areas and adding a private, golf team only, practice area.
The changes to the driving range affected other areas of the facility, including holes 10 and 18. To accommodate the desired updates, #10 was turned into a short, 120 yard par 3, and #18 was shortened by roughly 120 yards, and now plays as a very inviting 535 yard par 5.
Lights were added to the range to lengthen hours of operation later in the spring, summer and fall.
Driving range lights were added once the teeing area renovation was completed.
Extended hours are now offered in the spring, summer, and fall beyond sunset for the dedicated players who just can't leave the magical grounds of the MSU Golf Course.
Depth of the range increased by nearly 100 yds, extending into #18 and closer to the clubhouse
The response to the latest improvements to the golf course facilities have been very positive.
Minor projects have also taken place recently, including re-paving sections of golf car paths that needed attention, updating the club repair room, and a tree planting project that planted approximately 10,000 young trees.