Jerry Pate

Jerry Pate is a distinguished American golf course architect and former professional golfer, renowned both for his playing career and his impact on course design. Pate began designing golf courses in 1978 and founded Jerry Pate Design, which has delivered award-winning projects nationwide, including Rancho La Quinta Country Club (California), TPC Valley Course (Florida), and Trump National Golf Club (New Jersey). Pate’s design philosophy centers on balancing visual appeal, challenge, and playability in diverse environments. Notably, he designed Kiva Dunes in 1995 and Ol' Colony Golf Complex in 2000, the latter serving as the University of Alabama's home course. During his playing career, Pate won the 1974 U.S. Amateur and the 1976 U.S. Open, springboarding him into golf lore. Later, he worked closely with Pete Dye at Casa de Campo, succeeding Dye as consultant for the resort’s five courses. Pate’s blend of championship experience and strategic vision makes him influential in American golf architecture.