Located approximately 50 miles south of Chicago, Cinder Ridge has enough fun and unique characteristics that help it stand out from the crowd and warrant the lengthy drive. Designed by business owner George Kappos, with no previous experience in golf course architecture, this 18-hole layout sits on land that used to be strip mine territory. What Kappos created is nothing short … [Read More...]
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Looking for a place to improve your swing and practice the great game of golf in Chicago and the suburbs? You've come to the right place. ChicagoGolfReport.com is proud to present the most comprehensive list ever compiled of public golf driving ranges in … [Read More...]
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