Veterans Memorial Golf Course is a 18-hole public golf course in Springfield, Massachusetts, designed by Geoffrey Cornish and built in 1940. Green fees run $14.50 on weekdays and $16.50 on weekends. The layout features Bluegrass fairways and Bent Grass greens, 31-40 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open apr 1 to dec 1, soft spikes required. The course handles approximately 40,000 rounds per year, serving the local Springfield golf community. Veterans Memorial Golf Course welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Contact Details
1059 S Branch PkwySpringfield, Massachusetts 01118
413-783-9611
Course Information
| Course City | Springfield |
|---|---|
| Course County | Hampden |
| Course State | Massachusetts |
| Course Classification | Public |
| Course Built | 1940 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 40,000 |
| Course Season | Apr 1 to Dec 1 |
| Course Manager | Kevin M. Kennedy |
| Course Club Pro | Kevin M. Kennedy |
| Course Superintendant | Dino Frigo |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Designer | Geoffrey Cornish |
| Course Shop Hours | 7:00 AM / 5:00 PM |
| Course Dress Code | Shirt and shoes required |
| Course Weekend Fees | $16.50 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $14.50 |
| Course Tee Reservation | N/A N/A |
| Course Holes | 18 |
| Course Green | Bent Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bluegrass |
| Course Water Hazard | Yes |
| Course Bunker | 31-40 |
| Course Metal Spike | Not Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | May September |
| Course Overseeding | No Overseeding |
| Course Five-somes | Not Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
It costs $16.50 to play at Veterans Memorial Golf Course on the weekend and $14.50 to play on weekdays.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used on the greens at Veterans Memorial Golf Course is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bluegrass.
What is the dress code at Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
The dress code at Veterans Memorial Golf Course is Shirt and shoes required.
How many rounds of golf are played at Veterans Memorial Golf Course each year?
There are an estimated 40,000 rounds of golf played at Veterans Memorial Golf Course each year.
Does Veterans Memorial Golf Course have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the Veterans Memorial Golf Course course.
Does Veterans Memorial Golf Course have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 31-40 sand bunkers located on the Veterans Memorial Golf Course course.
When are the greens aerated at Veterans Memorial Golf Course?
Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Veterans Memorial Golf Course are aerated in May and September.