Tom Fazio II will lead the complete redesign of the course project, which is expected to be completed by December. The course improvements are part of a new three-phase, $25 million Club Improvement Plan.

 

The members of St. Andrews Country Club, Boca Raton, Fla. recently approved a new three phase, $25 million Club Improvement Plan (http://clubandresortbusiness.com/2016/02/03/st-andrews-cc-plans-three-phase-25m-project/) which includes the complete renovation and redesign of the St. Andrews Olde Course that is expected to be completed by December 2016.

Tom Fazio II is the course architect and will oversee all stages of the project.

Fazio’s design for the Olde Course features a dramatic visual appearance, stunning and strategic bunkering, picturesque framing of new landscaping, new bulkheads and lake banks, new drainage and irrigation foundations, new greens, tees, bunkers and cart paths, installation of Bermuda Turf, and most importantly, improving the playability for members and guests.

“I am honored to have the opportunity to be working with the wonderful team and members of such a prestigious country club,” said Fazio. “When St. Andrews reached out to me I was very excited to take on this project and do everything I can to create the best design to make their Olde Course new again. It is my honor and privilege to contribute to St. Andrews’ reputation of being ‘The Best of the Best,” with my new and innovative design.”

“One of our main priorities when creating this design plan was to improve the playability of the Olde Course to be more enjoyable for all golfers through a design focused on wider fairways and open green approaches,” said George Kervern, Director of Course & Grounds at St. Andrews Country Club.

Improvements to the practice facilities include creating a larger and centrally located putting green, relocation of the chipping complex to provide an area for longer chip shots, adding a bunker for long iron and green side practice shots. The chipping green and surrounding areas will offer a variety of contours and slopes, and a new target green will be accessible from both the range tee and new chipping area.

“We are pleased with the response from our members about our current golf course renovations,” said Steve Irwin, President, Board of Governors at St. Andrews Country Club. “It is their enthusiasm and support which enabled us to make the commitment to upgrade our golf course. A new course enhances the member experience for all of us, making St. Andrews Country Club even better than before.”

“The $25 million investment solidifies our commitment to deliver our brand promise to provide our members with the finest amenities and facilities that distinguish us from other club communities in the area,” said Craig D. Martin C.C.M., St. Andrews Country Club Chief Operating Officer and General Manager. “We are very excited to have Tom a part of our team. We know that his expertise will deliver that special and unique factor which ultimately supports our commitment to increasing real estate values and enhancing member experience.”