TGF Assists with Renovation of Two Metro Nashville Golf Courses

Golf News

Nashville mayor John Cooper and PGA TOUR 2012 FedExCup champion Brandt Snedeker, welcomed the community for a press conference at the clubhouse at Shelby Park Golf Course in Nashville (2021 Fatherland St., Nashville, TN 37206).

Mayor Cooper presented the Tennessee Golf Foundation with funds totalling $2 million to go toward the renovations of Metro Nashville golf courses at Shelby Park and VinnyLinks. 

Shelby Park Golf Course is the oldest of the seven golf courses in the Metro Nashville system as it is set to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2024. VinnyLinks is the home to The First Tee of middle Tennessee and welcomed over 500 students for programming last year, while having a total of 14,475 rounds played on its nine-hole, par-three layout.

The Tennessee Golf Foundation will work alongside Metro Nashville to oversee these renovations, beginning in the spring of 2024. 

Pictured are TGF Board member Stuart Smith, PGA Tour FedExCup Champion Brandt Snedeker, course architect Bruce Hepner, TGF President Whit Turnbow, Mayor John Cooper, Metro Councilman Clay Capp, and TGF Board Chairman, Jim Seabury

More TGF News

Categories

Tags

Share

Related TGF News

2026 Hall of Fame Events Mike Eller, Bob Wolcott to be inducted into the Tennessee Golf Hall of Fame in 2026

Franklin, Tenn. (Friday, Oct. 17, 2025)  — The Tennessee Golf Foundation is proud to announce that Mike Eller, PGA  and Bob Wolcott, PGA have been selected as the 2026 inductees into the Tennessee Golf Hall of Fame.

With their induction, Wolcott and Eller will become the 59th and 60th members enshrined among the state’s most celebrated champions, leaders, and contributors to the game. The induction ceremony—bringing together family, friends, and members of the golf community—will be held in 2026, with details to be finalized in the coming weeks.

Wolcott and Eller represent the best of Tennessee golf—champions in competition and leaders in service. Their careers reflect not only dedication to personal achievement but also a commitment to inspiring others through mentorship, sportsmanship, and stewardship of the game. By joining the Tennessee Golf Hall of Fame, their stories will stand alongside those of the state’s most influential figures, continuing a tradition of excellence and community that defines Tennessee golf.

Golf News Tennessee Golf Foundation and Kids Play Free Partnership Expands Access

Youth on Course – the nonprofit organization providing youth with access to life-changing opportunities through golf – is proud to announce a transformative partnership with the Tennessee Golf Foundation and Kids Play Free as it continues its expansion throughout the state.

The partnership signifies a shared commitment to ensuring youth throughout Tennessee have affordable access to golf for generations to come. By combining resources, community relationships, and a passion for creating opportunity, the organizations will integrate the successful Kids Play Free program – founded by PGA TOUR professional Scott Stallings – into the Youth on Course network that provides rounds of golf for $5 or less at participating courses.

2026 Hall of Fame Events David Ingram, Mike Nixon to be inducted into the Tennessee Golf Hall of Fame in May

The Tennessee Golf Foundation is excited to formally announce the two inductees who will make up the 2025 class of the Tennessee Golf Hall of Fame!
Businessman and philanthropist David Ingram, as well as competitor and industry professional Mike Nixon, will become the 57th and 58th members of the distinguished group. The induction ceremony will be held May 28, 2025 during a private ceremony at Belle Meade Country Club in Nashville.

TGF News TGF Releases 2024 Progress Report

On behalf of the entire Golf House Tennessee family, we thank you for your continued commitment to growing the game of golf in Tennessee!