About this course
A. J. Jolly Golf Course is an 18-hole public course adjacent to A. J. Jolly Park in Alexandria, Kentucky. It was designed by William H. Diddel and opened in 1962. The par-71 layout plays around 6,235 yards from the longest tees over bentgrass, with a course rating near 70.0. The routing works through natural, park-like terrain typical of the region. The course has repeatedly been rated among the top public courses in Kentucky by golf travel publications and is known locally as an affordable option with a country club feel. Amenities include a pro shop, putting green, and practice bunker, though it does not have a full driving range. It is a municipal-style facility open to public play, with walking permitted and soft spikes required.
Type
Parkland
Region
Southeast
Holes
18
Par
72
LooperScore
66.9
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Design & architects
- Alex McKay, architect
- Larry Packard, architect
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