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Whispering Creek Golf Club was established in 1967, then called
Havenhurst. The 18-hole, par 72 course, which was originally designed by
golf architect Robert Beard, is located on roughly 140 acres running
along the Maumee River.
After
four local investors purchased the golf course, formerly known as Maumee
Valley, they decided that necessary updates have to be made. New
personnel will be hired, and GPS-equipped golf carts and maintenance
equipment will be purchased. In the future, tee stations will be
improved, rain shelters built and all bridges will be redone. Also, some
of the holes will be reworked, and a pond will be added. The clubhouse's
large fieldstone fireplace is in good shape and will be used as a
starting point for interior remodeling. They also plan to put in a nice
deck overlooking hole number 18 where anyone can enjoy lunch or a drink.
Besides the course, Whispering Creek, boasts a pro shop,
snack
bar, and banquet hall.
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As the 2011 golf season nears its end,
exciting new things are happening at Whispering Creek.
The weather this year was not kind
to the golf course, but out of the flooding has come some
wonderful improvements, most notably the complete restructuring
and rebuilding of the 17th
green complex.
The course is progressing nicely,
and will be fine by the time play begins in 2012.
As we look back on
the year that passed, I would like to congratulate Club Champion
Mark Beneke on defending his title in 2011 with a two-shot
victory over runner-up Brent Murphy.
Ladies Club Champion Donna Loveless
also successfully defended her title, with Janell Hughes winning
again in the Net Division.
Bob Lough won the Club Match Play
championship, which was delayed til the late summer because of
course conditions.
Congratulations to all of the
champions, and thanks to all who participated!
Now is the time to
start planning your events and outings for 2012!
We anticipate a very busy year, and
would love to help you plan your golf event.
Call the Golf Shop at 749 5025 for
details.
The facility will be
open this winter!
With extensive remodeling finishing
up in the banquet facility, Whispering Creek will offer the
year-round playing availability with GOLF SIMULATORS.
We have two simulators set up, with
many courses to choose from.
Call the Golf Shop for more
information, or to book a tee time.
Although the weather
and conditions were tough, Whispering Creek continues to
progress.
We thank all of you for your
support in 2011, and look forward to a great year in 2012!
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