The golf course architect firm of Rees Jones—who originally designed the course—returns to Berks County, Pa. to manage the process as area native Zach Halvonik assumes the role of the club’s Head Golf Professional. Alan FitzGerald, the only course superintendent LedgeRock has ever had, will oversee the effort using in-house construction crews.
Talks for ClubCorp to Acquire Concert Golf Properties Reported
Members of Philmont Country Club in Huntingdon Valley, Pa, received an e-mail on April 15thfrom Concert Golf Chairman Peter Nanula that said his company had entered into discussions with ClubCorp to acquire 16 of Concert’s clubs, including Philmont, according to a Philadelphia Inquirer report. Nanula and a ClubCorp spokesperson would not comment further when contacted about the message.
Philmont CC Opens Banquet Facilities to Public
The 111-year-old club in Huntingdon Valley, Pa., which was acquired by Concert Golf earlier this year, will now allow non-members to use its clubhouse for weddings, parties and functions. Event bookings are up 30 percent as a result of the policy change, the club reports.
Philmont CC to Receive $4.15M Restoration
The Huntingdon Valley, Pa., club was built in 1907 and purchased by Concert Golf Partners in March. The new owner is planning a series of renovations that will touch on the dining facilities, pool area, grille room, fitness center, and bunkers on the North Course, as well as a redesign of the 18th hole. New…