The Meadows at Grand Valley State University
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The Meadows at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan, is the home of the Grand Valley State Lakers men's and women's golf teams. The links-style championship course was designed by Michael John Hurdzan in 1994.[1] The course has hosted six NCAA National Championships since its opening and will host the women's National Championship in the spring of 2011.[2] The Meadows has been explained as "One of the first West Michigan golf courses classified as upscale," by Michigan Golf.[3] The course is located on the northwest quadrant of GVSU's main Allendale campus.
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| Club information | |
|---|---|
| Location | Allendale, Michigan, U.S. |
| Established | 1994 |
| Type | Public / University |
| Owned by | Grand Valley State University |
| Operated by | Grand Valley State University |
| Total holes | 18 |
| Events hosted | 6 NCAA National Championships |
| Website | gvsu.edu/meadows |
| Designed by | Dr. Michael John Hurdzan |
| Par | 72 |
| Length | 7,060 yds |
| Course rating | 74.2/137 |
Rankings
The course is ranked the 22nd best college golf course in the nation by Links Magazine.[1]
Tournaments
The Meadows has played host to both NCAA and Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) tournaments.[2]
| Year | NCAA | MHSAA |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | DII Women's National Championship | none |
| 1998 | DII Women's National Championship | none |
| 2001 | DII Men's National Championship | none |
| 2002 | DII Women's National Championship | none |
| 2003 | none | Boy's State Championships |
| 2004 | none | Boy's and Girl's State Championships |
| 2005 | none | Boys State Championships |
| 2006 | DII Women's National Championship | Boy's and Girl's State Championships |
| 2007 | DII Men's National Championship | Girl's State Championships |
| 2008 | none | Boy's State Championships |
| 2009 | none | Boy's and Girl's State Championships |
| 2010 | none | Boy's and Girl's State Championships |
| 2011 | DI Women's National Championship | none |
References
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