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Sammy Dean’s design at Cherokee Ridge Country Club is particularly praised for how it takes advantage of the area’s native vegetation and rolling hills, offering a naturally scenic and challenging layout.
Sammy Dean is a golf course architect best known for his design of Cherokee Ridge Country Club in Union Grove, Alabama, a course that opened in 1992. Heaving rolling hills and lush native vegetation, Dean’s work at Cherokee Ridge is widely recognized for its natural integration with the landscape and strategic playability for golfers of all skill levels. The course, featuring Bermuda fairways and stretching 6,728 yards with a par of 72, embodies his philosophy of maximizing the unique landforms of each site. Dean's design has contributed to the reputation of north Alabama golf, making Cherokee Ridge a standout golfing destination in the region. While the breadth of Dean’s golf design portfolio is primarily associated with Cherokee Ridge, his architectural approach and attention to the character of the land reflect the hallmarks of thoughtful golf course creation. Sammy Dean remains a notable figure in Alabama's golf course design history, celebrated for his role in shaping the area’s golfing experience.
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