Chick Evans Golf Course

Chick Evans Golf Course is a public facility in Morton Grove, a northern suburb of Chicago, designed by Dick Nugent and opened in the 1980s. The course is named after Charles "Chick" Evans Jr., the legendary Chicago amateur golfer who won the U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur in 1916 and established the Evans Scholars Foundation, which provides college scholarships to golf caddies. Nugent, a respected Illinois-based architect known for his work on numerous courses throughout the Midwest, created a layout that serves the suburban Chicago golfing community with accessible public play. The course occupies relatively flat terrain typical of the region, with tree-lined fairways and water features incorporated into the design to add strategic interest. As a municipal facility, Chick Evans serves a broad range of golfers, from beginners to experienced players seeking convenient rounds close to the city. The layout reflects Nugent's practical approach to public course design, balancing playability with enough challenge to keep the course engaging for regular visitors. The course operates within the Morton Grove Park District system and represents the kind of neighborhood golf facility that provides recreational opportunities and introduces new players to the game. Its namesake connection to Chick Evans and the caddie scholarship program gives the course a meaningful link to Chicago golf history and the tradition of supporting young people through the game.