Often, people forget what things used to look like “back in the old days,” and why we have done so much to renovate our course and clubhouse here at Cress Creek Country Club. I was going through some pictures recently, and thought I should bring back some memories that our longer-tenured members might remember and enjoy. And, show some of our newer members how much we have changed.
Welcome to Cress Creek Country Club
This was the view as you came up the front drive when I first took the job in 1994.
Once you arrived, the Pro Shop entrance was in the back.
I used to like to step back and really take in the beauty of the back entrance to the Pro Shop.
While members enjoyed the golf, they used to send their kids over to the pool. Yes, Coach Rob could be found there coaching some of his swimmers.
You will notice there are some swimmers in the pool picture. I remember how proud we were of the shade awning on the right.
One of my happier days was when we removed the snack shack. It was a shame to loose that wooden shade awning that the customers enjoyed.
While the work on the new clubhouse was going on, it became very apparent the drainage in the bunkers had stopped working.
Francisco Garcia was always willing to help pump them out.
People often complain today about clear shots to the greens; well we didn’t seem to mind them as much back then. Two of the bunkers that made me sick just to be near were the two fairway bunkers on the left on hole #2.
Not everyone wanted to change the bunkers. The ducks were always ready for fun.
You had to careful of falling trees as you played. Wind and willows don’t mix!
After a round of golf, you could always enjoy a good time in the men’s grill. People forget what a real card room looks like.
Our algae was so strong back then it could grow through the ice!
I have not included any “after pictures” because we know how things look today. Thanks to the men and women who made all of this possible.
