Private
Merit Club
64
Alister Index
Course
Exclusivity
Prestige
Experience
Compete
64
Alister Index
Course
Exclusivity
Prestige
Experience
Compete
Libertyville, IL · Founded
Merit Club is a private golf club in Libertyville, Illinois, founded in 1992. The club has 18 holes, a par of 72, a course rating of 74.1, a slope of 143. The average member handicap is 12.6 with 36% single-digit players.
Merit Club's 1992 founding brought contemporary golf architecture to Libertyville's established country club corridor.
Scorecard
7,236 yardsRating 75.4Slope 140
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| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Blue | 447 | 210 | 563 | 416 | 394 | 366 | 173 | 548 | 452 | 3,569 | 437 | 211 | 608 | 358 | 451 | 424 | 197 | 431 | 550 | 3,667 | 7,236 |
| D Tee | 422 | 188 | 563 | 396 | 394 | 366 | 151 | 522 | 412 | 3,414 | 437 | 175 | 569 | 358 | 426 | 402 | 167 | 401 | 550 | 3,485 | 6,899 |
| Brown Tees | 399 | 188 | 539 | 374 | 394 | 336 | 151 | 522 | 388 | 3,291 | 410 | 175 | 533 | 343 | 406 | 402 | 167 | 401 | 523 | 3,360 | 6,651 |
| C Tee | 399 | 187 | 539 | 374 | 376 | 336 | 149 | 502 | 388 | 3,250 | 410 | 163 | 533 | 343 | 406 | 376 | 158 | 380 | 523 | 3,292 | 6,542 |
| B Combo | 366 | 172 | 539 | 374 | 376 | 336 | 149 | 502 | 388 | 3,202 | 376 | 157 | 533 | 343 | 372 | 376 | 158 | 355 | 523 | 3,193 | 6,395 |
| Green | 366 | 172 | 499 | 344 | 360 | 306 | 136 | 462 | 353 | 2,998 | 376 | 157 | 533 | 343 | 372 | 376 | 158 | 355 | 523 | 3,193 | 6,191 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 6 |
Membership Information
Member Profile
Competitive
12.6
Avg Handicap
Median Handicap12.8
Handicap Distribution
2
7
14
2
ScratchSingle digitTeens20+
Single-digit players36%
Gender split79% M / 21% F
Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.
About Merit Club
This relatively young North Shore addition features modern design elements that contrast with the area's historic clubs. The layout incorporates natural wetlands and prairie grasses that reflect Illinois's indigenous landscape.
Key Facts
- Merit Club is located in Libertyville, Illinois.
- Club type: private.
- Year founded: 1992.
- Number of holes: 18.
- Par: 72.
- Course rating: 74.1.
- Slope rating: 143.
- Average member handicap: 12.6.
- Single-digit handicap players: 36%.
- GHIN-registered members: 28.
- Membership types: private.
- Alister Index score: 64/100.
Frequently Asked Questions About Merit Club
How do I join Merit Club?
Merit Club is a private golf club offering private membership. Contact the club directly for current membership availability and application procedures.
How many holes does Merit Club have?
Merit Club is an 18-hole private golf club. The club was founded in 1992. The course is in Libertyville, Illinois.
What is the Alister Index score for Merit Club?
Merit Club scores 64 out of 100 on the Alister Index (grade D). The score covers all five dimensions: course quality, exclusivity, prestige, member experience, and competitiveness.
Where is Merit Club located?
Merit Club is located at 1500 Merit Club Ln, Libertyville, IL 60048. You can reach the club by phone at (847) 918-8800. Visit their website for directions and additional contact information.
