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“ Joe Lee created a wonderful golf course, and we’ re looking forward to bringing it back to life while preserving the character that made it special... I think golfers will enjoy the course as it was always meant to be played.”
inspired by the historic Ashland Trolley Line, whose route once passed just a few miles from the course. The logo features a 1920s-era electric streetcar and pays tribute to Richmond’ s pioneering role as the birthplace of the world’ s first successful electric streetcar system in 1888. The identity celebrates the transportation history that connected Richmond, Henrico County, and Ashland while reflecting the club’ s commitment to honoring the property’ s local heritage.
“ We are thrilled to welcome McConnell Golf to Henrico County as they take on the renovation of this cherished local landmark,” Henrico County Board of Supervisors Chair Roscoe D. Cooper III said.“ John McConnell and his team have a proven track record of elevating championship courses and delivering worldclass hospitality.
“ We know their vision will serve as a powerful complement to our economic development and sports tourism efforts. We also are excited about the educational and competitive opportunities this will provide our young people and look forward to the renewal of The Crossings as a vibrant gathering place for our entire community.”
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