A Course Taking Shape

April 21st Update 

We continue to make steady progress across the golf course as we move through the final stages of grow-in.

Sod installation is advancing well, with most of Hole 8 now in place along with select areas near the green on Hole 2. These areas are beginning to establish and will continue to strengthen with consistent weather and continued care.

Hole 8- Fine Fescue Bunker Faces 

At the same time, our team remains focused on seeding and erosion control. Fine fescue has been established in key areas, with straw matting utilized to improve surface stability and protect against recent winds. While rainfall has been below average, it has allowed us to maintain construction momentum. In turn, our staff has been actively hand watering to support germination and early turf development.

Chipping Green Bunker Construction 

Work on tees and bunkers is also progressing. Final detailing is underway on Holes 12, 13, and the forward tee on 17, while bunker shaping continues on Hole 13 and will transition to Hole 9 as work progresses. At the practice area the HP team is shaping and reconstructing the chipping green bunkers  with a mid-May opening of the range anticipated.

Chipping Green Bunker 

Closeout list for cart path work continues to move toward completion, with final tie-ins and paving underway in remaining areas, particularly on 5 and 6 and small extensions near 4 tee area. 

Overall, the golf course is responding well. While there is still meaningful work ahead, the progress being made each week is encouraging. Our focus remains on building a strong, consistent foundation as we work toward reopening.

Thank-you,

Pat O'Brien

Grounds Superintendent 

Spring Progress Continues Across the Course

#8 Approach and Green

Spring Progress Continues Across the Course

As we move through mid-April, steady progress continues across the golf course as our team and partners remain focused on finishing details and advancing turf establishment. Favorable weather over the past stretch has allowed us to maintain momentum and continue pushing key areas forward.

Bunker work has resumed in several areas, with shaping currently underway on Holes 2 and 8. These finishing touches are an important part of the project, ensuring both playability and visual consistency across the course. Over the coming week, additional refinement will take place as we continue to move toward completion.

Cart path improvements are also progressing, with crews addressing punch list items on Holes 11 and 15. These adjustments are focused on long-term performance and overall course presentation.

From a turf standpoint, our team has been focused on stabilization and establishment. This week, we completed seeding and installed straw blanket for erosion control on Holes 4, 5, 7, and 13. These areas will continue to develop as temperatures improve and consistent growth begins to take hold.

Looking ahead, we are targeting the completion of sodding on Hole 8 by late next week, pending favorable weather conditions. In addition, bentgrass sod for several tees—Holes 12, 13 (Ross), and 17 forward—is scheduled to arrive next week and will be installed shortly after.

We are also pleased to have our H-2B team members and seasonal interns now on site. Their arrival comes at an important time and will allow us to continue building momentum as we move through this critical phase of the project.

Intern Andy From Japan

Intern Thio From South Africa 

While there is still meaningful work ahead—primarily focused on bunker completion, grassing, and final detailing—the course continues to progress well. Each week brings us closer to the finish, and we appreciate your continued support and patience as we work toward reopening.

As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out at grounds@hydeparkcc.com.

Pat O'Brien

Grounds Superintendent