Chicagoland Amateur Championships (PDGA C-Tier)

[kcunning]

Got a chance to play this course for the first time today and have to say that as far as nine hole courses go this one was top notch.  There's maybe only one or two "easy" holes and even those have challenges.  It was a little slick and muddy out there, but hopefully will dry up in the next couple of weeks.  I had a look at some of the temp holes as best I could do from the map and seems like there's going to be a good mix of technical and distance. 1a should be really tough, you'll have to play smart.  I'll be happy with a non OB 4 on that hole. 9a looks like a fun hole too a good challenge for a righty.  I'm excited for the tournament.

Also played Warren Township.  Thanks for the tip.  I thought it was decent, a few good holes and few that were kind of blah.  Were there ever signs?  I started at 4 and finished on 3 back at the parking lot which seemed kind of wierd.  With Adler right down the road I'd just play Adler if I had to choose.

[roman]

Roman tagged along and can give some info too.

Brett pretty much covered everything on the temp holes. The only thing I can add is that the holes in the woods really add a lot to the course and holes like this are definitely missing in a lot of courses in Lake County. Pretty much all of the holes in the woods towards Milwaukee Ave are deucable with a good controlled drive, but if you shank it off a tree early on then you are looking at a tough par. This should be a great course and I can't wait to play it.

[CEValkyrie]

61 SPOTS REMAINING
04/24/09 @ 7:30PM
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[CEValkyrie]

Updated CAC map attached.

[CEValkyrie]

If you are looking for a place to stay there are 2 hotels within an Avery Jenkins drive from the park.

Holiday Inn Express
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Days Inn
http://www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=13906&as_srp=SP2&cid=carat_search-Days_Inn

[CEValkyrie]

58 SPOTS REMAINING
04/27/09 @ 6:15PM
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[CEValkyrie]

I'll update the PDGA Tour Page when I get home tonight.
56 SPOTS REMAINING
04/28/09 @ 12:45PM
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[Tafe Hemler]

I'm looking forward to playing another one of your course designs, Brett.  I'm sure that I'll like all the holes and by the end of the tourney I'll expect to really hate one, at least.
Anyway, I had some questions;

• On the map there is a #6A which you have not described, could you?
• Are the rest of the holes pretty much going to be as you have previously described?

Thank you,
Tafe Hemler

[CEValkyrie]

55 SPOTS REMAINING
04/28/09 @ 10:25PM
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[CEValkyrie]

I'm looking forward to playing another one of your course designs, Brett.  I'm sure that I'll like all the holes and by the end of the tourney I'll expect to really hate one, at least.
Anyway, I had some questions;

• On the map there is a #6A which you have not described, could you?
• Are the rest of the holes pretty much going to be as you have previously described?

Thank you,
Tafe Hemler

Tafe,

Thanks for registering to play!

I decided to put 6A to break up the walk between 6 and 7 and figured it'd be a great CTP hole for all skill level players. It will be 215ft. I plan to use it for the 50/50 CTP hole. It's a fair hole to both left/right handed players with OB behind the basket.  There is a tree on the right and left which will require a straight shot but it's not that tight of a shot.

The rest of the holes will be as described except #1B. I haven't finalized the pin position for that hole. One voice keeps telling me to put it on the wood chips (elevated) on the right had side. The other tells me the hole is too similar to hole #2 so move it into the natural opening on the left. The deer in the woods tells me to place it in the middle. That might be a Friday decision.

[CEValkyrie]

Updated this for Tafe & others that might play the course.



1A-> Tee is on the north side of the road in the grass. I'd guess it's 500 to 550 feet but plays longer since it's slightly uphill. This is a good par 4 with risk/reward. You can play your tee shot safe under the tree or thru the gap avoiding the road. This will make your 2nd shot much tougher. A lefty has an advantage off this tee. As a righty if you throw a big anhyzer for distance the road and tree line come into play. If you get a booming drive off you are going to be in good position (100 to 150ft) for an upshot.

I played this hole both ways. Big anhyzer destroyer then a buzz approach. Hyzer under the trees with a destroyer then an orc approach. On a calm day I would possibly be using a Roc or Wizard on that approach. It was a much eaiser approach going big anny but that road comes into play in a hurry!

1B-> I placed 2 logs where the tee is. I'd guess this hole is 280 to 300ft. It plays slightly downhill with a solid fairway. If you don't throw it staright you'll find some trouble. I may put the pin on the right side of the fairway on top of the wood chips. I have not made the decision yet but i'm leaning towards it. A right handed player will have to throw something that will hold its line and not hyzer out to get a solid birdie attempt. The elevated green should make this hole very difficult.

I played this hole using a Valkyrie. On a calm day I may consider throwing a Roc.

1C-> I'd guess this hole is 250 to 270ft. There is a nice anhyzer route thru the woods to a nice open green. I placed a beer bottle where the tee will be and a stick where the basket will go.

I threw a Roc and Buzz on this hole. If you have a good forehand this hole is perfect for it.

1D-> I placed 2 logs where the tee will be. I'd guess this hole is 230 to 250ft. This is a slightly uphill shot thru a pretty tight fairway. The basket is going to be  just off the fairway to the left side. The green is going to be well protected and a tricky one to get a putt. A nice straight shot that gently fades left is perfect. If you come up short or gack a drive there is some HEAVY rough! I cleaned up  a few dead limbs under the pines. This is where the basket will be placed.

I threw a Roc and Buzz. On a calm day i'd consider using a Wizard. Tricky!

1E-> I'd guess this hole is 200 to 220ft. Dead straight ace run down the alley of pines. The road is directly on the other side of the trees to the left. If you miss left you have a good chance at going onto or over the road OB. Pretty heavy rough to the right and left. This is one of those putter holes you are thinking I have to birdie this hole then absolutely blow up when you take a 4 on it due to a bad shot and not able to scramble for par.

I threw a beat aviar putter.



These 5 holes alone add some great variety to this course.

Dan and I scoped out some holes a month or so ago for the others. I'll have more description when I get back and play them again.

9A--330ish..Big anhyzer driver shot down to the monument. Tee will be in grass to the right of the grassy burm.
9B--240ish..Tight stright mid range shot.
9C--250ish Slight tricky hyzer. I cleaned up the fairway and there is a nice hyzer shot. Marked the tee with a stick. The basket area has a nice cleared out area by the path.
9D--450ish Par 4. Drive up the trail to the opening. Upshot to the left into the woods. The basket will be placed near the hole with the big log in it. Hard 3 to get! Gotta have good drive & upshot.
9E--Par 4. Semi open fairway with scattered trees. Long drive with solid upshot to take 3.
9F--280ish downhill. Tee on top sled hill. Basket on the bottom of the hill about 30ft in front of the fence.
9G--300ish uphill. Pavillion & sidwalk OB. Heavy rough/woods on the right.

[CEValkyrie]

53 SPOTS REMAINING
04/29/09 @ 1:00PM
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[CEValkyrie]

52 SPOTS REMAINING
04/30/09 @ 12:45PM
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[stpitner]

New Merch available at the CAC:

2009 design Phenix Quad Shocks - all black - and all look awesome!
Fade Gear bags - 1 new lite, 3 new Crunch, and 2 new Tourney models (including black!) - all models have improved designs (including some of the older colors)

I ordered 333 discs from Innova - including 30 Star Boss, 25 R-Pro Aviar, and a bunch of the DX that I was out on (The R-Pro Boss is not due until late May so I could not order any of those).

Relatively New Stuff:
Sham-Wow Towels Small/Large
Microfiber Towels
200 discs from Discraft

Lots and lots to shop

[CEValkyrie]

51 SPOTS REMAINING
04/30/09 @ 6:30PM
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[CEValkyrie]

9 days until the Chicagoland Am Champs. This is what the CAC looks like half full. This event will fill! If you plan on playing i'd suggest getting in soon.

[Jon Brakel]

9 days until the Chicagoland Am Champs. This is what the CAC looks like half full. This event will fill! If you plan on playing i'd suggest getting in soon.

Will you take pre-reg at Bevier this weekend?

[CEValkyrie]

9 days until the Chicagoland Am Champs. This is what the CAC looks like half full. This event will fill! If you plan on playing i'd suggest getting in soon.

Will you take pre-reg at Bevier this weekend?

Yes, and i'll have flyers too.

[OvEr HaNd AsSaSiN]

yesssss im with the int..

[CEValkyrie]

yesssss im with the int..

Ha! Don't worry about the board. I just threw each division on there in alpha order. The cards will be mixed prior to the event.