The Inside Swing

University Ridge Golf Course

Madison, Wisconsin

Public Course · 18 Holes · Par 72 · 6,888 yds · $50–$95 · 4.3

A Robert Trent Jones Jr. design and home course of the Wisconsin Badgers, University Ridge features rolling terrain through prairie and oak savanna. The public layout hosts the Steve Stricker-hosted AmFam Championship on the Champions Tour and offers championship golf at accessible university pricing.

History & Heritage

University Ridge opened in 1991, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. as the home course of the Wisconsin Badgers golf program. Hosted the PGA Tour Champions\' American Family Insurance Championship from 2016-2023 (Steve Stricker\'s event), plus NCAA championships. Has won awards every year since 1992.

The AmFam Championship moved to TPC Wisconsin in 2024, but University Ridge remains a top public course in Wisconsin.

Signature Holes

18
Hole 18 Par 4 · 440 yards

Part of a closing stretch featuring risk-reward decisions through the rolling Driftless Area landscape. The Champions Tour pros found it a fair but challenging test.

What to Expect

Tournament-level conditioning on a public course. RTJ Jr. routed it through wooded hills and open meadows with generous fairways but well-protected greens. The Driftless Area terrain adds character.

Public at $50-95. "Play Where the Badgers Play."

Playing Tips

Positioning off the tee over raw distance. Subtle green breaks. Wind on exposed hillside holes.

Highlights

  • Home of Wisconsin Badgers golf
  • Champions Tour AmFam Championship host
  • RTJ Jr. prairie and oak savanna design

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Champions Tour play here?
Yes — the AmFam Championship (2016-2023). Steve Stricker\'s event brought Champions Tour legends to Madison annually.

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