Welcome to the Illini Women's Invitational at Medinah
Info Sheet
This year marks the second Illini Women’s Invitational at Medinah. The 2018 tournament was the first Illinois had hosted since the 2008 Illinois Spring Classic in Urbana, Ill. The invitational features 15 teams with a 54-hole format at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, Ill. Action starts on Monday, October 7, with 36 holes beginning with an 8:30 a.m. CT shotgun start. The tournament concludes with the final 18 holes on Tuesday, October 8 with shotgun starting at 9 a.m. CT.
Schedule
| Sunday, October 6 |
| Time (CT) |
Description |
| 10:00-11:30 a.m. |
Registration |
| 12 p.m. |
Practice round (shotgun start) |
| Monday, October 7 |
| Time (CT) |
Description |
| 6:45 a.m. |
Practice facilities open |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Shotgun start - 36 holes continuous play |
| Tuesday, October 8 |
| Time (CT) |
Description |
| 7:15 a.m. |
Practice facilities open |
| 9 a.m. |
Shotgun start - 18 holes |
6N001 Medinah Road, Medinah, IL 60157
Phone: 630-773-1700
Medinah Country Club is one of the most prominent private country clubs in the country located just 25 miles west of the city, in the Chicago suburbs. Founded in the 1920s by a group of Shriners, Medinah Country Club boasts three world class golf courses, all originally designed by famed golf course architect Tom Bendelow. The massive 120,000-square foot clubhouse designed by Richard Schmid provides a place for families and individuals who wish to participate in a variety of community activities from health and wellness to dining and engaging social activities.
The famous course No. 3 has hosted numerous major championships and prestigious international golf events. Past events include the Ryder Cup (2012), three U.S. Opens (1949, 1975, and 1990), two PGA Championships (1999, 2006), and three Western Opens (1946, 1962 and 1966).
The 2019 BMW Championship will be held August 13-18 on the famed Course No. 3.
Legendary players who have won at Medinah include "Lighthorse" Harry Cooper, Gene Sarazen, Byron Nelson, Billy Casper, Gary Player, Hale Irwin and Tiger Woods.
Hole-by-Hole Descriptions
Reopened in June 2017, the classic 1925 course was restored to its original look and strategy. Suited for every golfer, the seven tees correspond to seven skill groups designated by color and is based on a number of criteria including handicaps, age, gender, and level of interest. This new playing opportunity is known as the “Golf For Life" program.
To learn more about the “Golf For Life” program, or Medinah Country Club, visit IN THE NEWS.
Hotel Information
Hilton Garden Inn Addison
551 North Swift Road, Addison, IL 60101
Phone: 630-705-1568
Media Requests
For media members interested in covering this event please email Marty DeAngelo at mdeangelo@medinahcc.org to arrange arrival prior to the tournament.
