The University Club

The University Club's golf course in Baton Rouge represents a collaboration between architect Jim Lipe and PGA Tour professional David Toms, a Louisiana native who won the 2001 PGA Championship. The course serves the LSU community and broader membership, situated in the capital city where Toms himself attended Louisiana State University. This connection gives the design a particular resonance with the local golf culture and university traditions. The routing takes advantage of the region's characteristic terrain, working with the subtle elevation changes and natural corridors typical of southern Louisiana landscapes. Lipe, who has designed numerous courses across the Southeast, and Toms brought both technical design expertise and competitive playing experience to the layout. The course reflects an understanding of how modern tournament professionals approach shot-making while remaining accessible to a range of skill levels within a university club setting. The facility functions as both a recreational amenity for the LSU community and a venue that can accommodate competitive collegiate and amateur events. The design incorporates strategic elements that reward course management and shot placement rather than relying solely on length. Water features and the native vegetation of the region come into play on several holes, creating variety in the visual character and strategic demands throughout the round. The club serves as a gathering place for university alumni, faculty, and members connected to LSU, with the golf course forming a central component of the overall club experience in Baton Rouge.