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The A.W. Tillinghast gem offers peak views of the Manhattan skyline, and a hole known as the "five and dime"
Ridgewood Country Club, located in Paramus, New Jersey, is a celebrated A.W. Tillinghast design that has long been regarded as one of the finest examples of classic golf architecture.
A course that has stood the test of time, Ridgewood has hosted numerous prestigious tournaments, including the 2022 U.S. Amateur Championship. With its deep, rough, imposing trees and daunting bunkers, Ridgewood provides a stern challenge. Tillinghast's genius lies in the course’s balance of length and strategy, making it a rewarding yet unforgiving experience for those who take it on.
In addition to the U.S. Amateur, Ridgewood has tested the finest professionals in the world—hosting the PGA Tour's Barclays Championship three times and, most recently, the Northern Trust Championship won by Bryson DeChambeau. The course’s demanding layout ensures that competitors must be at their very best from the first tee to the final putt as they face obstacles designed to punish even the smallest mistakes.
The Course
From the very start, Ridgewood’s defining features are evident. The rough is dense and nearly impossible to navigate, forcing players to keep the ball in play if they wish to score well. The regal trees, towering and stately, serve as natural barriers, requiring precision off the tee. The bunkers are deep and unforgiving, lying in wait to gobble up errant shots and penalize those who don’t approach the greens with care.
The balance of Ridgewood's layout ensures that players are tested on every aspect of their game. From the prodigious length of some of the par-4s and par-5s to the precision required on shorter holes like the 12th, no part of the course can be taken lightly.
Tournament Heritage
Ridgewood Country Club’s history as a tournament venue is nothing short of legendary. It has hosted some of golf's most prestigious events, cementing its reputation as a true test for both professionals and amateurs alike. According to tournament records (source: Wikipedia), the following champions have been crowned at Ridgewood:
2022 U.S. Amateur – Sam Bennett
2018 The Northern Trust – Bryson DeChambeau
2016 U.S. Girls' Junior Championship – Seong Eun-jeong
2014 The Barclays – Hunter Mahan
2010 The Barclays – Matt Kuchar
2008 The Barclays – Vijay Singh
2001 Senior PGA Championship – Tom Watson
1990 U.S. Senior Open – Lee Trevino
1974 U.S. Amateur – Jerry Pate
1957 U.S. Senior Amateur – J. Clark Espie
1935 Ryder Cup – United States victory

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