South Side Country Club Decatur, Illinois
South Side Country Club is a par-71 private course in Decatur, Illinois, playing 6,375 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.6 and slope of 130.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,375 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.6 / 130 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Decatur, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 39.8040, -88.9899 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,375 | 71 | 70.6 | 130 |
| White | 6,194 | 73 | 75.3 | 130 |
| White/Gold | 5,729 | 73 | 72.7 | 124 |
| Gold | 5,360 | 71 | 66 | 118 |
| White | 6,194 | 73 | 75.3 | 130 |
| White/Gold | 5,729 | 73 | 72.7 | 124 |
| Red | 5,286 | 73 | 70.2 | 119 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.6/130 | 381 | 154 | 375 | 191 | 376 | 507 | 389 | 424 | 451 | 3248 | 185 | 545 | 153 | 391 | 450 | 482 | 351 | 179 | 391 | 3127 | 6375 |
| White 75.3/130 | 374 | 142 | 360 | 184 | 366 | 500 | 379 | 417 | 446 | 3168 | 177 | 536 | 144 | 381 | 430 | 469 | 342 | 165 | 382 | 3026 | 6194 |
| White/Gold 72.7/124 | 374 | 142 | 360 | 165 | 315 | 460 | 379 | 355 | 446 | 2996 | 177 | 443 | 144 | 305 | 375 | 469 | 342 | 165 | 313 | 2733 | 5729 |
| Gold 66/118 | 340 | 130 | 310 | 165 | 315 | 460 | 325 | 355 | 436 | 2836 | 165 | 443 | 120 | 303 | 375 | 370 | 300 | 135 | 313 | 2524 | 5360 |
| White 75.3/130 | 374 | 142 | 360 | 184 | 366 | 500 | 379 | 417 | 446 | 3168 | 177 | 536 | 144 | 381 | 430 | 469 | 342 | 165 | 382 | 3026 | 6194 |
| White/Gold 72.7/124 | 374 | 142 | 360 | 165 | 315 | 460 | 379 | 355 | 446 | 2996 | 177 | 443 | 144 | 305 | 375 | 469 | 342 | 165 | 313 | 2733 | 5729 |
| Red 70.2/119 | 340 | 130 | 310 | 165 | 315 | 456 | 271 | 355 | 436 | 2778 | 165 | 443 | 105 | 303 | 375 | 369 | 300 | 135 | 313 | 2508 | 5286 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 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: Blue (6,375 yards, 70.6/130)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 424 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White/Gold (5,729 yards, 72.7/124)
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+: Red (5,286 yards, 70.2/119)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 12 (105 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 424 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 153 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 545 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 #3 handicap hole. At 507 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 South Side Country Club?
South Side Country Club has a course rating of 70.6 and slope of 130 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 70.2 with a slope of 119.
How long is South Side Country Club?
From the back tees, South Side Country Club plays 6,375 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at South Side Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 424-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at South Side Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,375 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,286 yards).
Is South Side Country Club public or private?
South Side Country Club is a private golf course in Decatur, Illinois. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near South Side Country Club?
Nearby courses include Red Tail Run Golf Club (Decatur), Scovill Golf Club, Country Club of Decatur (Decatur), Third Nine Pleasant Valley Country C.
Is there a yardage book for South Side Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for South Side Country 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 South Side Country 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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