Glen Echo

Missouri, United States

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Designed by James and Robert Foulis, the course at Glen Echo Country Club was where the gold medal at the 1904 Olympics in St Louis was won, with Canadian George Lyon beating Chandler Egan in the match play final.

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Glen Echo

Only three courses in America can make the claim of hosting the Olympic Games. (Until Kasumigaseki country club finally receives its due after COVID). Glen Echo was designed and constructed by Robert Foulis, brother of 1896 U.S. Open champion James Foulis. George Lyon won the first major tournament, leaving Canada and England tied for the most individual gold medals among men's golf. The course hosted many LPGA tournaments in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.

It is also notable for being the oldest golf club in the west. With the No. The 12th hole is named Westward Ho (also as a tribute of Royal North Devon Golf Club).

Pete Dye's testimony in regards to Glen Echo, explains the club's largely constant evolution over time: "I would not change anything, even if they wanted me to. They wouldn't allow me to build a golf course today like this." "It's a true classic."

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Glen Echo

Missouri 63121, United States

gecc.org +1 314 383-1500

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