Century Country Club

The golf course at Century Golf Club in White Plains is quickly approaching the goal established by its title, having been constructed during 1926.

The course, like many in the area, is awash with history. Although local Walter Travis consulted on the property during 1922, it was ultimately Harry Colt and C.H. Alison who were chosen for the job (with the latter handling most of the work). Alister MacKenzie, although not involved in the design at all, came by the site to converse with the pair. Eventually Robert Trent Jones would stop by for some updates during the late ‘50s but the course maintains a more Alison essence today, with greens tending toward straight lines and bunkers doing very much the opposite. That appearance is thanks in large part to a Keith Foster renovation during 2016-’17.

In a humorous anecdote, Ben Hogan was hired as the assistant professional for, in the words of the recommending member, “he made a nice appearance.” Hogan would eventually serve as head professional for two years before moving on to win nine major championships.