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Windyke Country Club

Memphis, Tennessee

Private Club · 18 Holes · Par 72 · 7,044 yds · Members Only · 4.3

A Joe Lee design in the eastern Memphis suburbs, Windyke Country Club is a well-respected private club that has hosted the Memphis City Amateur and other regional events. The mature parkland layout through rolling terrain features strategic water hazards, tree-lined fairways, and consistent conditioning.

History & Heritage

Windyke Country Club was designed by Joe Lee (one of the most prolific architects in American history, ~200 courses) and opened in 1981 in the eastern Memphis suburbs. Features two courses (East and West) and has hosted virtually every major amateur and professional tournament category in Tennessee — TGA State Amateur, Junior Amateur, APT events, and Tennessee PGA Section championships.

A family-oriented private club emphasizing recreation beyond golf. The East Course is the tournament layout.

Signature Holes

14
Hole 14 Par 4 · 420 yards

Part of the East Course\'s tournament-testing layout where tight tree-lined corridors and strategic bunkering provide a stern test. The Joe Lee design balances challenge with playability.

What to Expect

Two 18-hole courses provide variety. The East Course is the championship tournament layout. Joe Lee\'s design philosophy favors playability — greens are receptive but well-defended by bunkers. Family-oriented atmosphere with tennis, swimming, and dining.

Strictly private.

Playing Tips

Accuracy off the tee on tighter tree-lined holes. Course knowledge is rewarded.

Joe Lee greens are generally receptive but punish misses into the greenside bunkers.

Highlights

  • Well-respected Memphis private club
  • Joe Lee mature parkland design
  • Host of Memphis City Amateur and regional events

Frequently Asked Questions

Has it hosted tournaments?
Virtually every major amateur and professional tournament category in Tennessee — state amateur, junior, APT, and PGA Section events.

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