Michigan's Golf Course of the Year

SYCAMORE HILLS GOLF COURSE NAMED 2013 COURSE OF THE YEAR
The Michigan Golf Course Owners Association announces award winner

Sycamore Hills Golf Course, a 27-hole championship public golf facility designed by award-winning architect Jerry Matthews and located in Macomb, has been selected the Michigan Golf Course Owners Association’s Course of the Year for 2013.
Owned and managed by the Schwark family, Sycamore Hills is conveniently located near Detroit, easily accessible from the surrounding metropolitan area and offers a resort atmosphere in an urban environment. An 18-tee, 300-yard practice range and multiple tee position options on each of the golf holes highlight the standout facility. Matthews, a Michigan-based architect, designed the expansive layout of three nine-hole courses to test the skill of expert golfers while allowing novices to enjoy the experience as well.
“We are thrilled and honored to be selected, and proud of our staff and management,” Tom Schwark, owner and general manager, said. Schwark was honored by the Association in 2005 with the Lyle Leeke Distinguished Service Award for his commitment and contribution to the Association and to the golf industry in Michigan. He chairs the Michigan Golf Alliance, a consortium of the allied golf associations in the state for the purpose of legislative advocacy.

Note: The photo is a picture taken from an airplane of four holes on the 27-hole layout. The holes pictured, from left, are North No. 3, North No. 6, West No. 3 and West No. 4. The photo is courtesy of Sycamore Hills.

 

Kate Moore, MGCOA’s executive director, said the accomplishments of the Schwark family, their community contributions and exceptional management of Sycamore Hills made it an easy selection as course of the year.
“The golf course exemplifies what the consumer of golf in our state is looking for -- exceptional service, a quality golf course and reasonable rates in a family atmosphere,” she said. “The Schwark family has proven that a family business has a place in our industry.”
Sycamore Hills will be recognized at the annual Michigan Golf Business Conference and Vendor Fair on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids.