Fore! Upcoming Chicago area golf events

The heat is (finally) here, the Cubs and Sox are still in the Pennant race, and the Air & Water Show will be starting soon — it’s officially August in Chicago!  As the month begins to wind down, there are a number of charity golf events that will take place.  Help a worthy cause by [...]

Golf Special – Bonnie Brook in Waukegan

Attention all golfers in the North Shore area.  Bonnie Brook Golf Course in Waukegan has a variety of specials running now through August 15.  Visit the Bonnie Brook site to print out the coupon (must bring in the coupon to get the rate) and more details. Brook Special:  Golf 18 holes (with a cart) for $33 [...]

Be on the lookout – Flagg Creek

Top 5 Reasons to Check Out Flagg Creek Golf Course Great rates: few courses offer a $10 twilight rate for 9 holes. Good deals on weekdays and weekends too. Well maintained course: public courses often seem hit-or-miss in their overall upkeep. Flagg Creek staff have done a great job in maintaining greens and fairways. Tee [...]

Benjamin wins 60th Illinois Open

Brad Benjamin of Rockford, IL claimed victory the 60th Illinois Open held at Hawthorn Woods Country Club.  Benjamin pulled off the win by one stroke over Mike Small.  The Sun-Times article can be found here.

Volunteers helping blind veterans play golf

This story was picked up in the Chicago Tribune today and describes the efforts of the Golf Swing Club and Chicago-area Veteran’s Administration hospitals to help blind veterans get back out on the course.  Idlewild Golf Course was highlighted in the story but several other Chicago-area clubs are also involved in the program.  If you [...]

Illinois Women’s Open Champion Crowned

The Illinois Women’s Open concluded Sunday at Mistwood Golf Club in Romeoville with Amy Neff taking the title after posting a total 7-under over the four day tournament.  More coverage of the event can be found here.

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