Oakland Hills Country Club

Founded in 1916, Oakland Hills Country Club is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and holds a prominent place in American golf history. The South Course, nicknamed "The Monster," has hosted 17 major championships, including six U.S. Opens, three PGA Championships, two U.S. Senior Opens, the U.S. Women's Amateur, two U.S. Men's Amateurs, and the 2004 Ryder Cup. Walter Hagen, a five-time PGA Champion, served as the club's first head professional. The course has challenged some of golf's greatest players, including Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Ben Hogan. The South Course is recognized for its challenging design and demanding conditions that have earned it the reputation as a premier championship venue. The club's membership takes pride in preserving the course's heritage and traditions as stewards of what is considered a national golf treasure.