Joe Louis "The Champ" Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Riverdale, IL with a par of 72. It offers 2 tee sets: blue (6,742 yards, slope 128, rating 72.2), white (6,318 yards, slope 123, rating 70.2). The hardest hole is #7, a par 5 playing 603 yards from the first tee.

Joe Louis "The Champ" Golf Course

Riverdale, IL

blueS:128R:72.2
whiteS:123R:70.2

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1Par 4
HCP 15
324305

A short, welcoming par 4 with a relatively open fairway that provides an inviting start to the round. The green is well-bunkered on the right side, rewarding accurate approach shots.

2Par 4
HCP 13
359331

A mid-length par 4 that plays relatively straightforward with a fairway that gradually narrows toward the green. Bunkers frame both sides of the green entrance, demanding precision on the approach.

3Par 4
HCP 7
422391

A substantial par 4 that ranks among the course's most demanding holes, with length and strategic bunkering throughout. Bunkers guarding the right fairway and green make this a premium test of shot-making.

4Par 3
HCP 17
154143

A short par 3 with a modest green complex that offers a brief respite from the longer holes. A single bunker or water hazard requires careful club selection to find the small target.

5Par 5
HCP 3
544506

The course's third-hardest hole, this par 5 is a genuine three-shot test with significant length and likely fairway hazards that demand strategic positioning. Water or rough areas may dictate the angle of approach for the final shot.

6Par 4
HCP 5
439414

A challenging par 4 that ranks among the five most difficult holes on the course, featuring length and tight fairway conditions. Bunkers or water near the green penalize anything less than a committed approach shot.

7Par 5
HCP 1
603577

The signature hole and the course's most formidable test, this par 5 stretches over 600 yards and defines Joe Louis's difficulty. Strategic hazards throughout the hole force careful planning on what is truly a three-shot endeavor.

8Par 3
HCP 9
158139

A mid-length par 3 that provides a reasonable scoring opportunity with a moderate-sized green. Bunkers or water surrounding the green require a clean strike to avoid trouble.

9Par 4
HCP 11
345328

A par 4 with moderate length that plays more straightforward than many of its neighbors, offering a chance to regain ground. The fairway and green are relatively accessible, though bunkers may still defend the approach.

10Par 4
HCP 14
374348

A par 4 of manageable length with a fairway that may narrow in the landing zone or near the green. Moderate bunkering around the green maintains the challenge without being overly penal.

11Par 4
HCP 18
384365

The course's easiest hole, this par 4 plays short and straightforward with few hazards to complicate the approach. The fairway and green are generously proportioned, offering a clear birdie opportunity.

12Par 4
HCP 12
386367

A solid par 4 in the middle of the course difficulty spectrum, featuring a fairway with some character and strategic bunkering. The green complex demands an accurate approach to avoid greenside trouble.

13Par 3
HCP 16
175153

A mid-length par 3 that sits between the easier and more demanding short holes on the course. Bunkers or water hazards surround the green, making precise distance control essential.

14Par 5
HCP 6
519498

A par 5 of moderate length that ranks among the course's six most difficult holes, offering a realistic three-shot scoring opportunity. Strategic hazards likely divide the fairway or guard the approach, influencing shot selection.

15Par 5
HCP 2
547518

The course's second-most difficult hole, this long par 5 poses a stern test with length and likely fairway hazards that compress the scoring window. Smart positioning is crucial to set up a manageable final approach.

16Par 4
HCP 8
425401

A demanding par 4 that ranks in the course's top eight difficulty holes, combining length with strategic hazard placement. Bunkers framing the fairway and green require thoughtful club selection and execution.

17Par 3
HCP 10
145126

A short par 3 offering a brief respite near the end of the round with a relatively receptive green. Though modest in length, a well-placed hazard demands accuracy over distance.

18Par 4
HCP 4
439408

A strong finishing par 4 that ranks among the course's five most challenging holes, providing a fitting conclusion to the round. Strategic hazards—likely near the green or along the fairway—reward composed play down the stretch.

Scorecard

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par444354534364443554343672
HCP151371735191114181216628104
blue324359422154544439603158345334837438438617551954742514543933946742
white305331391143506414577139328313434836536715349851840112640831846318

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