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Private Clubs Designed by Tom Bendelow

1895–1923

Tom Bendelow was one of the earliest and most prolific golf course designers in America, credited with laying out more than 600 courses across the country — often simple nine-hole layouts built on tight budgets in an era when golf was rapidly expanding to the American middle class. Known as 'The Johnny Appleseed of Golf,' his accessible designs helped popularize the game across the Midwest and South.

Notable Works

Medinah Country Club (original) · Olympia Fields Country Club

28

private clubs in directory

13

states represented

States with Tom Bendelow Courses

Illinois9Wisconsin3Iowa2Michigan2Missouri2Ohio2Pennsylvania2Connecticut1Florida1Georgia1Indiana1Kentucky1Minnesota1

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privateIQ's directory includes 28 private clubs with courses designed or co-designed by Tom Bendelow, spanning Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa and other states. The actual number of courses credited to Tom Bendelow throughout their career may be higher, as some historical records are incomplete.