Indiana Golf Journal August (3)

Bridge is as popular as other great Indiana courses such as Brickyard Crossing in Indianapolis, Otter Creek in Columbus, The Fort in Indianapolis, and the two world-class golf destinations in nearby French Lick – The Donald Ross Course and The Pete Dye Course. Upon arriving at Covered Bridge, it doesn’t take long to realize that this is Fuzzy Zoeller’s course. There is one parking space with a sign attached to it which reads ‘Reserved for Fuzzy.’ A statue of Zoeller, plus a plaque chronicle his lengthy list of golfing achievements. Inside the clubhouse a glass-enclosed display case showcases significant memorabilia from his long and distinguished career. Walking to the driving range, the shrubbery has been trimmed into a distinct: F-U-Z-Z-Y, plus the back tees are called the ‘Fuzzy’ tees. Zoeller’s overall goal in building Covered Bridge was to cater to the amateur golfer. He did not want to build a course for the best golfers in the world, but one that would challenge, entertain, and delight all the golfers. The course brochure states, “each hole offers a choice of five separate tees matching the course to the ability of any player.” Covered Bridge accomplished that goal and is fun to play for young and old, male and female, pro and amateur. The practice facilities at Covered Bridge are championship caliber and deserve special

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