Designed by: Dick Wilson/Joe Lee (1964), Rees Jones (2008)
Known as the "Patriarch of Public Golf," Joe Jemsek aspired to provide a country club experience and amenities to all golfers. Course No. 4-DUBSDREAD was the fulfillment of that dream. Famed architect Dick Wilson and his associate Joe Lee were selected to create Joe's vision. Their challenge was to create a public layout that would test the world's greatest golfers. In short, they succeeded.
Nationally ranked since its opening in 1964, Course No. 4 was given the nickname "DUBSDREAD." The name DUBSDREAD is derived from the idea that a "dub" or poor golfer should beware and served as a warning of the challenges forthcoming. True to its name, this natural-style championship course places a high demand on shot making ability ability by providing tight landing areas combined with heavily bunkered, large undulating greens.
In light of recent advances in golf club technology and agronomy, the "Open Doctor" Rees Jones was brought in to re-establish the original intent and strategy of DUBSDREAD'S design. The renovation plan incorporated square tees, repositioned bunkers and hazards, and all 18 greens were rebuilt and recontoured with Sub-Air drainage.
Nationally ranked since its opening in 1964, Course No. 4 was given the nickname "DUBSDREAD." The name DUBSDREAD is derived from the idea that a "dub" or poor golfer should beware and served as a warning of the challenges forthcoming. True to its name, this natural-style championship course places a high demand on shot making ability ability by providing tight landing areas combined with heavily bunkered, large undulating greens.
In light of recent advances in golf club technology and agronomy, the "Open Doctor" Rees Jones was brought in to re-establish the original intent and strategy of DUBSDREAD'S design. The renovation plan incorporated square tees, repositioned bunkers and hazards, and all 18 greens were rebuilt and recontoured with Sub-Air drainage.
Over the years, DUBSDREAD has challenged professionals and amateurs alike while hosting the PGA Tour's Western Open Championship (1991-2006), BMW Championship (2007, 2009-2011) as well as the USGA's 97th U.S. Amateur Championship (1997),
the U.S. Amateur Public Links (1970 & 1989), and the U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links (1987). DUBSDREAD has been fortunate to receive recognition by numerous golf publications such as "Top 100 Golf Courses in the U.S." by Golf Magazine, one of America's 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses" by Golf Digest, "Best Course You Can Play in Illinois" by Golfweek, and one of "America's 75 Toughest Golf Courses" by Golf Digest.
the U.S. Amateur Public Links (1970 & 1989), and the U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links (1987). DUBSDREAD has been fortunate to receive recognition by numerous golf publications such as "Top 100 Golf Courses in the U.S." by Golf Magazine, one of America's 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses" by Golf Digest, "Best Course You Can Play in Illinois" by Golfweek, and one of "America's 75 Toughest Golf Courses" by Golf Digest.
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