
Champion/Masters Course
Firewheel Golf Club

About this course
Firewheel Golf Club's Champion Course, carved into the landscape of Garland, Texas, presents a formidable challenge, demanding strategic play over brute strength. This course is notable for the annual Texas Legends Collegiate Invitational that tests the mettle of college players. Designed in a modern style, the Champion Course features gently rolling terrain dotted with mature trees and strategically placed water hazards. Its design favors accuracy off the tee, rewarding thoughtful approaches to tight, undulating greens. The wide fairways often lull golfers into a false sense of security, only to be challenged by demanding approach shots, particularly on the back nine. While not a regular stop on professional tours, the Champion Course has garnered a reputation as a stern test of golfing skill in North Texas, drawing a dedicated following of competitive amateurs. Known locally for its well-maintained conditions and accessible play, Champion’s welcoming atmosphere is a favorite in the community.
Quick facts
- Location
- Garland, TX, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1987
- Designer
- Dick Phelps
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,027 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.4/130
Getting there
Firewheel Golf Club sits just twenty minutes northeast of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), making it one of the most accessible championship destinations in Texas; private aviators will find Addison Airport (ADS) a mere ten minutes away, offering a swift alternative for those arriving by charter. The drive from DFW traces a straightforward path through the Dallas metroplex before transitioning into the quieter suburban landscape of Garland, where the urban sprawl gradually yields to the manicured grounds and championship layout that define Firewheel. For those seeking an even more direct route, the nearby Garland Municipal Airport provides a final option for regional turboprops. The club's location - poised between the energy of the Dallas corridor and the rolling terrain of North Texas - makes arrival feel like a graceful escape from the city, culminating at a destination that has long served as a proving ground for serious golfers seeking championship-caliber play without the remoteness of a resort setting.

FAQ
Common questions about Champion/Masters at Firewheel Golf Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Champion/Masters was designed by Dick Phelps.
Yes. Champion/Masters at Firewheel Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Champion/Masters is 72.
Champion/Masters plays 7,027 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Champion/Masters is 130.
Champion/Masters is a 18-hole course.






