The championship will be played on the club’s Dogwood Course, which was designed by Perry Maxwell in 1947 and meanders through dogwoods, magnolias and ancient oaks. In addition to the Dogwood Course, the 36-hole facility features the Azalea Course.
“We are very excited to bring the 59th U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur to The Lakewood Club,” said John Bodenhamer, USGA senior managing director, championships. “We are confident that its Dogwood Course will provide the ultimate test for competitors as well as a wonderful championship experience outside the ropes.”
“The Lakewood Club, in partnership with The Grand Hotel Resort & Spa, is thrilled to host our third USGA championship,” said Niall Fraser, director of golf at The Lakewood Club. “The U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur is a championship that is near to our hearts and we look forward to continuing to be a part of this championship’s prestigious history.”
The U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur Championship is open to any female golfer who is 50 years of age or older and whose Handicap Index does not exceed 14.4. The field will consist of 132 players who will earn entry into the championship via sectional qualifying at sites nationwide or through an exemption category.