What are the best golf tournaments to play in Sunnybrook?
Over the years, Sunnybrook has hosted the United States Golf Association Senior Men’s Amateur Championship (1971) and the USGA Ladies Amateur Championship (1978) as well as a number of local and state tournaments. Sunnybrook’s own annual Silver Putter Tournament is, of course, one of the area’s most famous tournaments.
What is the history of Sunnybrook?
Incorporated in 1914, Sunnybrook was organized by six "crusaders" who defected from the Philadelphia Cricket Club in 1913. These six gentlemen were Samuel Y. Heebner, William Findlay Brown, George C. Thomas, Charles T. Cowperthwait, James A. Janney, Jr. and Joseph S. Clark. The new group purchased the original Sunnybrook tract on July 7, 1913.
What is Sunnybrook Cricket Club?
Incorporated in 1914, Sunnybrook was organized by six "crusaders" who defected from the Philadelphia Cricket Club in 1913. These six gentlemen were Samuel Y. Heebner, William Findlay Brown, George C. Thomas, Charles T. Cowperthwait, James A. Janney, Jr. and Joseph S. Clark.
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When was Sunnybrook Golf Club founded?
Sunnybrook Golf Club. Incorporated in 1914, Sunnybrook was organized by six "crusaders" who defected from the Philadelphia Cricket Club in 1913.
When was the Clubhouse in the 50s opened?
Officially opened on June 6, 2008, the new Clubhouse and golf course have received many accolades from both members and guests.
When was the 5th green obliterated?
In 1954, a combination of circumstances (not the least of which was the impending new Route 309 which obliterated the famous 5th green) caused the club to seek a new location. A beautiful 135-acre site was found – the old William Disston farm, which was purchased in December 1954.
Is Sunnybrook a silver putter?
Sunnybrook’s own annual Silver Putter Tournament is, of course, one of the area’s most famous tournaments. Acknowledged to be one of the hardest courses in the area, Sunnybrook continues to test the mettle of its members and to afford them the privileges of a small club.
Who designed the new golf course in Saucon Valley?
The new course was designed by William Gordon and his son David. Earlier in his career, William had supervised course construction for Willie Parks, Jr. and Donald Ross. He started his own company shortly after Ross’s death and developed a national reputation with work such as Saucon Valley’s famed Grace Course.