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OUR HISTORY · ESTABLISHED 1911
More than a century.
A story still unfolding.
A tradition of golf, friendship and club life in Elizabeth Township.
A CLUB TAKES ROOT
From a farmhouse to a gathering place.
Set on a hillside overlooking the Youghiogheny River, the club began in April 1911 when a group of golf enthusiasts acquired 107 acres associated with Colonel Douglas and the McClure family. A farmhouse became the first member social center, and the club officially opened on May 30, 1911.
As the club grew, additions transformed the farmhouse into a buff-white brick clubhouse combining Colonial and Spanish architectural influences.
In those early years, supplying water meant transporting it uphill from the river. Spring water served the club during summer, while horse teams hauled water and ice in winter. By July 1915, water tanks had been installed to support the greens.
THE COURSE EVOLVES
Four holes. Then eighteen.
The course began with four holes, expanded to six, and reached eighteen in 1922. Scottish architect Willie Park, Jr., a two-time British Open champion, designed the back nine.
The completed course opened on July 4, 1922. Taylor Alderdice, president of the National Tube Company, struck the first ball, joined by S.M. Lynch, John A. Caughy and George Duncan.
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SHAPED BY GENERATIONS
Milestones in club life.
1911 · The beginning
W.A. Cornelius served as the first president, with J.E. Lauck as vice president and R.J. Caughey as secretary and treasurer. Early membership fees were $50 initiation and $25 in annual dues.
1952–1960 · Beyond the fairway
A terrace dining area arrived in 1952, followed by a swimming pool in 1954, underground irrigation in 1958, and a mixed grill and lounge in 1960.
The 2000s · New ways to enjoy the club
The turn of the millennium brought the Grill Dining Room, a heated swimming facility and a fitness center.
2007 · A member-led chapter
A group of members acquired the club and continued improvements to cart paths, carpeting and interiors.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
Be part of the story.
Discover the people, traditions and experiences that make Youghiogheny Country Club a place to belong.
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