Merit Club Libertyville, Illinois
Merit Club is a par-72 public course in Libertyville, Illinois, playing 7,119 yards from the Championship tees with a rating of 75.1 and slope of 138.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,119 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.1 / 138 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Libertyville, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.3350, -87.9630 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | 7,119 | 72 | 75.1 | 138 |
| Men | 6,623 | 72 | 72.8 | 133 |
| Front | 6,109 | 72 | 76.2 | 140 |
| Front | 6,109 | 72 | 76.2 | 140 |
| Women | 5,366 | 72 | 72.1 | 131 |
| "A" Tees | 5,246 | 72 | 71.4 | 130 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship 75.1/138 | 447 | 210 | 563 | 416 | 394 | 366 | 173 | 548 | 412 | 3529 | 437 | 211 | 608 | 358 | 426 | 402 | 197 | 401 | 550 | 3590 | 7119 |
| Men 72.8/133 | 399 | 187 | 539 | 396 | 376 | 336 | 151 | 502 | 388 | 3274 | 410 | 175 | 569 | 343 | 406 | 376 | 167 | 380 | 523 | 3349 | 6623 |
| Front 76.2/140 | 366 | 172 | 499 | 374 | 360 | 306 | 136 | 462 | 353 | 3028 | 376 | 157 | 533 | 313 | 372 | 345 | 145 | 355 | 485 | 3081 | 6109 |
| Front 76.2/140 | 366 | 172 | 499 | 374 | 360 | 306 | 136 | 462 | 353 | 3028 | 376 | 157 | 533 | 313 | 372 | 345 | 145 | 355 | 485 | 3081 | 6109 |
| Women 72.1/131 | 336 | 144 | 436 | 312 | 326 | 255 | 113 | 421 | 322 | 2665 | 335 | 143 | 449 | 282 | 313 | 311 | 128 | 327 | 413 | 2701 | 5366 |
| "A" Tees 71.4/130 | 316 | 144 | 436 | 292 | 326 | 255 | 113 | 401 | 322 | 2605 | 315 | 143 | 449 | 262 | 313 | 291 | 128 | 327 | 413 | 2641 | 5246 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Championship (7,119 yards, 75.1/138)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 563 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Front (6,109 yards, 76.2/140)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: "A" Tees (5,246 yards, 71.4/130)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (113 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 563 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 211 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 608 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 173 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. At 548 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Merit Club?
Merit Club has a course rating of 75.1 and slope of 138 from the back tees. From the "A" Tees tees, the rating is 71.4 with a slope of 130.
How long is Merit Club?
From the back tees, Merit Club plays 7,119 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Merit Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 563-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Merit Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Championship tees (7,119 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the "A" Tees tees (5,246 yards).
Is Merit Club public or private?
Merit Club is a public golf course in Libertyville, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Merit Club?
Nearby courses include Brae Loch Golf Course, Renwood Golf Course, Ivanhoe Club, Lake Bluff Golf Course (Lake Bluff).
Is there a yardage book for Merit Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Merit Club with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Merit Club have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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