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Bobby Weed Golf Design honored at re-dedication of Culver Academies Golf Course

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Bobby Weed Golf Design was honored for its restoration of the Culver Academies Golf Course, in Culver, Ind., at the golf course re-dedication ceremony Oct. 1. Restoration of the nine-hole layout was completed in 2015.

“There is a growing appreciation worldwide for high-quality nine-hole facilities,” said Bobby Weed, president & CEO of Bobby Weed Golf Design. “Culver Academies is to be commended for recognizing the natural beauty of its facility, for its vision in restoring the course for enjoyment by future generations – and for setting an example that historic nine-hole golf courses are to be treasured and protected.”

Considered one of the finest nine-hole facilities in North America, the Culver Academies Golf Course originally was designed in the early 1920s by William Langford and his partner, Theodore Moreau, disciples of the C.B. Macdonald architectural style, with the intent of providing a first-class golf experience. During World War II, the bunkers went unattended and the greens gradually were reduced in size, due to mowing restrictions. Nonetheless, through the years many golfers played the course and spread the word about its merits.

In keeping with the reputation of Culver Academies as a highly-regarded college preparatory boarding school the school decided to restore its golf course to its former glory for use by students, parents, staff, alumni and guests. Several alumni, all avid golfers, initiated the plan to restore the 76-acre layout with the idea of honoring the original design’s spirit and key features. Bobby Weed Golf Design was asked to implement the restoration. Design associate Chris Monti oversaw the project, in which the bunkers were refurbished, the greens enlarged and the course lengthened to 3,230 yards.

Several tees were added to accommodate new golfers, In addition, a practice area was designed and built to enhance golf education. A commitment was made to be good stewards of the environment, with a stringent approach to water and chemical use on the facility. A clubhouse, dubbed the Golf House, was remodeled and enlarged to enhance golfers’ education and experience. Above all, the restoration reflects the school’s pride and respect for both the past and the future of this fine institution and golf course.

Michael Vessely was hired as head greenskeeper to maintain the course to the highest standards.

Photo: Bobby Weed Golf Design

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