(COPPEROPOLIS, California) – Saddle Creek Resort – a gated, 900-acre Castle & Cooke community in the scenic California Foothills that includes one of California’s Top 10 golf courses – will host the West Coast Conference (“WCC”) men’s and women’s golf championships April 11-12.
This major collegiate event will feature a strong field, including two of the nation’s top-ranked men’s teams – Pepperdine and St. Mary’s – competing against teams from San Francisco, San Diego, Loyola Marymount, Gonzaga, Portland and Santa Clara. Pepperdine, led by senior All-American Michael Putnam, will be going for its seventh consecutive title.
The women’s side will pit Pepperdine’s squad, currently ranked No. 5 in the nation, against strong teams from San Francisco, Santa Clara, Gonzaga and Portland.
“We’re excited to provide some of the nation’s best collegiate golfers with the opportunity to compete at Saddle Creek,” says Head Golf Professional Chris Bitticks. “The strength of the layout and impeccable conditions will make for an enjoyable and challenging experience.”
For more information about Saddle Creek or to book tee times, visit www.saddlecreek.com or call 888.852.5787.
Recently named California’s No. 8 course in Golfweek’s 10th annual, state-by-state ranking of “America’s Best Courses,” Saddle Creek was designed by Carter Moorish. The eight-year-old course is framed by the Sierra Mountains and challenges players of all levels with five sets of tees, more than 100 crystal white sand bunkers and handful of shimmering lakes. To create an atmosphere of tranquility and isolation, Morrish devised a routing in which no two holes run parallel to each other. Saddle Creek’s thoughtful design and sublime conditioning have led to numerous national accolades, such as being rated No. 39 on Golfweek’s list of “America’s Best Residential Golf Courses,” and one of the top four semi-private courses in Northern California by Golf Today.
Not to be overlooked, Saddle Creek’s diverse and award-winning real estate blends resort and residential atmospheres. Residential opportunities from the low $400s to more than $1 million, picturesque homes serve as countryside retreats. Boasting views of lakes and forested hills, they serve as the ideal escape from the Bay Area, which is roughly two hours away.
Residents and guests of Saddle Creek can also enjoy the beauty of nature thanks to miles of hiking trails perfect for skiing, snowmobiling and mountain biking, an equestrian center and the nearby Lake Tulloch. Also of interest are the sports club, featuring a 3,000-square-foot workout facility, yoga and aerobic classes, a large pool, kids’ wading pool and a Jacuzzi spa. The Saddle Creek Lodge features a fully-stocked bar, stunning vistas and the food of Executive Chef Richard Whipple at the acclaimed Copper Grille.
Currently in development, the town of Copper will bring an exciting new dimension to Calaveras County with its traditional town square, specialty shops, boutiques art galleries and restaurants.
Saddle Creek Resort, as well as Coyote Creek Golf Club outside of San Jose, is owned and operated by Castle & Cooke, Inc. that, along with its affiliated companies, has operations in over 24 states. The company’s diversified businesses include the development and ownership of real estate, leasing of transportation equipment, manufacture of brick and ownership of public warehouses. The company’s real estate developments include master planned communities such as Mililani Town on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, Lake Sherwood in Thousand Oaks, California, and Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, California. The company also owns two of the world’s highest-rated resorts on the 98% owned island of Lana’i in Hawaii.
