October 2021 Ohio Golf Journal

According to Jim Grossi, Maple Creek’s general manager and head golf professional, Pete Dye designed a golf course that will remain forever relevant and never go out of style. “Maple Creek is a picturesque, traditional and classical setting defined by challenging yet rewarding design features,” states Grossi. If you are searching for evidence that Pete Dye had a role in designing this golf course, you simply need to examine how the putting surfaces were built. The approach shot to the 13th green at Maple Creek. “By far, our greens tell the story of Pete Dye and are a preserved piece of history,” adds Grossi. “You will find these original design features prominent in Mr. Dye’s later career work.” While all 18 holes at Maple Creek are creative designs, the signature hole is the par-five 13th. “At 13, you fill find great optical design features from the teeing ground as well as the second and optional third shot approach,” reveals Grossi. “This green (at 13) challenges even the most achieved golfer.” While the 13th hole may be Maple Creek’s signature design, the most memorable shot takes place late in the back nine. “The view from the 16th tee box boasts one of the most picturesque views in the state of Indiana,” says Grossi.