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St. Andrews Golf & Country Club - Joe Jemsek Course
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About
There are two championship golf courses available at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club in West Chicago as well as a top-ranked practice center. The Joe Jemsek Course, formerly known as the Lakewood, was added in 1929, three years after the club opened. Unlike the original St. Andrews Course, the Joe Jemsek Course has a hillier terrain. Although it is shorter than the other golf course at 6,770 yards, the elevation changes make it seem similar in length to the 6,920-yard St. Andrews Course. The course features tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers, offering plenty of challenges but overall it is not an overly intimidating layout for beginners. There are several long and demanding par 3s throughout. The best example being the tricky second hole, which has a green that is guarded by two deep bunkers and towering trees.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 72 | 6818 yards | 72.5 | 126 |
| White | 72 | 6358 yards | 70.4 | 121 |
| White (W) | 72 | 6358 yards | 76.2 | 133 |
| Gold | 72 | 5797 yards | 67.8 | 115 |
| Gold (W) | 72 | 5797 yards | 73.1 | 126 |
| Red | 72 | 5341 yards | 65.7 | 110 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5341 yards | 70.6 | 121 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 72.5/126 | 362 | 216 | 425 | 384 | 433 | 200 | 349 | 420 | 496 | 3285 | 517 | 221 | 338 | 329 | 207 | 514 | 451 | 552 | 404 | 3533 | 6818 |
| White M: 70.4/121 | 333 | 194 | 380 | 370 | 402 | 171 | 336 | 406 | 479 | 3071 | 467 | 187 | 313 | 303 | 192 | 498 | 436 | 524 | 367 | 3287 | 6358 |
| Gold M: 67.8/115 W: 73.1/126 | 314 | 165 | 361 | 356 | 332 | 148 | 305 | 372 | 452 | 2805 | 426 | 160 | 297 | 292 | 179 | 442 | 370 | 468 | 358 | 2992 | 5797 |
| Red M: 65.7/110 W: 70.6/121 | 294 | 164 | 342 | 342 | 272 | 142 | 271 | 258 | 406 | 2491 | 401 | 158 | 292 | 284 | 176 | 413 | 333 | 458 | 335 | 2850 | 5341 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 10 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 7 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 10 |
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Photo submitted by u122474247 on 10/21/2024
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Photo submitted by u122474247 on 10/21/2024
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Photo submitted by u122474247 on 10/21/2024
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Photo submitted by u122474247 on 10/21/2024
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Photo submitted by Bigworm9 on 02/11/2024
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Photo submitted by MShambora on 11/10/2021
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Where My 2nd Shot Landed Photo submitted by DavePipitone on 07/25/2017
Spring golf
It's been a cold Spring up to this point. The grass, for the most part is still brown from the Winter. Bunkers were in good shape. Tees and greens for the most part were good. The course was dry and the grass in the rough has not grown yet. Considering the cold weather, the course was in good shape.
Always a Good Experience
Professional staff. Never disappointed because everything always lives up to expectations. Dave Eickson at the range and Ed Wheaton the startler due an excellent job. The GM Bill is very hands on managing the staff.
Excellent Park-Like setting
St Andrews is a very nice track, generous fairways, flat manicured tee boxes and large greens. The course appears to get a lot of traffic evidenced by the 2 hole placements on the greens. The greens accept the ball well roll with good speed, a bit bumpy due to foot traffic however. The course was in great shape for a late fall round in Chicago.
had fun but was wet reality last round of year
Had fun got out on a cloudy misty day trying to get in last round of year knowing lousy cold is coming in for the winter as days are getting shorter as well. Went out and played a quick round on a almost empty course. It was pretty wet and some shots were impacted by squishy conditions. However it was fun on a high 40's day with no real wind. So it was what it was, course was reasonable cart path only and you get what you expect.
Clear the Leaves
The fairways were clear of leaves but if you went in the rough you had trouble finding your ball
Poor weather, but good course
I was booked to play the #2 course, but there was an outing going on and they said I could play the #1 course if I didn't want to worry about catching anyone, so I did...nice of the staff to look out for me. The course was not too tough, had some distance, and the par 3's were long (213 was the longest from the whites). All in all, a good course layout, well taken care of, and nothing too tricky. A good staple course. Great value at $32 for 18 holes from GolfNow.
Good value
Nice course. Greens are just ok. A little inconsistent in speed and they are bumpy. Nice challenge though. Will go again if price is right.
Average course
Nothing spectacular about this course. Very little difference between fairway and rough. Greens were big with lots of undulations, in great condition, but wet & slow. Staff super friendly. Doubt I would play here again, likely try some others in the area
Hit and Wait
The rangers did not keep the course moving. Waited on almost every hole.
Nice course
I would love to play again, when they are not mowing the lawn! To noisy
Under $40 it's a good deal
Course is in great condition. If you've never played here, know that the holes are very close together and be wary of errant shots. I was almost hit 3x and I almost
hit someone once.
Nice course but super slow.
This course is in nice shape. However, it always seems that when you get a good deal you end up playing behind a league or event.
Tip: if you want to play when the pace is faster, holidays & weekends usually play faster if you tee off early to mid morning. And don't forget, your time is valuable. It might be worth it to pay a little more if you can play faster. Also, don't hesitate to call us for more info. Our staff is more than happy to tell you if there is an outing, league, etc. 630.231.3100 ext. 114. Thanks for your comments!
Destination Kohler - Champions' Trail Golf Package
Thank you for the excellent rating! We only have 2 cups in the off season. We do this because it is better for green health at that time of the year.