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Bloomington, IN

Sherwood Oaks

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2.055(based on 11 reviews)
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ajbova
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Experience: 18.1 years 112 played 95 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Well Kept Starter Course

Reviewed: Played on:Oct 28, 2022 Played the course:once

Pros:

Beginner level course set on church property in the heart of a college town. Enough trees to bring challenge to beginners. Ace runs for intermediate/advance players.

Signs - Billboard at the start of course with rules and course map. Signs at each hole have a map, distance, par, as well as details on what counts as OB on each hole.

Baskets - 9 grippy baskets that were definitely well seasoned.

Tees - One concrete tee per hole that were easy to spot. Perfect size for the course.

Navigation - Course is a double loop. Easy to spot the next hole from the basket (see cons). After hole 2, cross the church drive. After hole 5, cross the same drive.

Variety - Most holes are mostly open and on the shorter side Holes 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, and 10 that would be enough to train new players.

Safety - The holes all have their own distinct area. No overlapping holes. Holes do not border each other.

Par - The par at this course is the friendliest par I've ever seen. Par 4s that can be easily aced.

Benches, picnic tables, and trash cans near holes 1, 2, and basket for 9.

Easy to get to. Several other courses nearby.

Several food and drink options nearby either fast food or grocery stores (5-10 minute drive).

Cons:

This isn't a con, but this course will bring no challenge to intermediate / advance level players. I mentioned most holes are mostly open in the 190 - 250 foot range. Course would be more for fine tuning your game.

Only 1 tee per hole. A second tee would add to the replay value on the course to provide alternate approaches.

Next hole signs needed after holes 2 and 5.

Other Thoughts:

This was the first course I've played since a shoulder injury a few years ago. It really helped me to get my confidence back. I was the only one on site and was able to throw multiple drives on each hole.

I really appreciate that the designer did not try to squeeze in more holes into the property. Several church courses can tend to do that. Being able to spread out without fear of getting hit is perfect for new players.

The only thing to make this hole better is listed in cons - added tees, next hole signs, and another trash can or 2.

I would recommend this course for beginners in the area or beginners passing through. If you need more of a challenge, Crestmont is a short drive away.
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Papa T
Experience: 17.1 years 8 played 4 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Great for Beginners 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jan 13, 2010 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Tees and baskets are in great shape. Tees are cement providing great traction, and baskets are fairly new/finished well.

Course is well kept and very neat.

Most of the holes are short, but the one upside to this course is the differing elevation changes. A few of the holes rise or fall considerably. There is also one tunnel hole, and a couple holes around 300-350 feet.

Cons:

There are only nine holes, with a few being under 200 feet. This is a beginner/practice course. Don't expect to be challenged.

I also think a lot more could be done with this course. There is room for 18 holes if the owners were a bit more creative. And it could certainly be more challenging. It's hard to not be pessimistic when there is so much room and so little creativity.

Other Thoughts:

This is a very solid beginner/practice course. I owe a significant amount of my development, especially with putting, to this course.

I will say this, I have played it upwards of 100 times. Quite frankly, it has become boring for me. I will only play it I only have time for a quick round, or I am helping some beginners.

If you are looking for a more challenging course, check out Crestmont Park. It is only 10 minutes away.
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