Sandy Hollow Golf Course

Tee time reservations can be made up to 14 days in advance

2670 Sandy Hollow Road
Rockford, IL 61109

Cashier/Starter:
 815-987-8836
Golf Shop and Restaurant: 815-987-8888

This beautiful and challenging 18-hole tree-lined fairway course has a par of 71.

Ann Bloomfield, LPGA

Head Golf Professional, Sandy Hollow and Sinnissippi Golf Courses

LPGA Midwest Section President

LPGA DEI Committee Member

  • Ann is an accomplished golf professional with over 25 years of experience in golf course management, programming, and operations. Ann is currently serving as the Head Golf Professional at Sandy Hollow and Sinnissippi Golf Courses. Ann oversees the day-to-day operations of two courses and manages a team of 60+ golf staff members. In this role, Ann has successfully implemented key initiatives, including enhancing customer service, optimizing operational efficiency, and driving revenue growth through strategic merchandise and food & beverage programs.

    A passionate advocate for youth golf, Ann also serves as a LPGA Girls Golf Site Director, where she revamped lesson programs to better serve over 1,500 youth in Rockford. Ann’s commitment to the growth of the game is further demonstrated through leadership roles on the LPGA Midwest Section Board, where they currently serve as President, and her recognition with the Goldie Bateson Service Award in 2022. Ann also enjoys helping her students improve in all aspects of their game. Her teaching methods revolve totally around the students’ needs and goals.

    With a strong focus on environmental sustainability, Ann has introduced innovative initiatives like installing beehives at both golf courses in collaboration with the Audubon Society, bringing attention to the importance of eco-friendly practices in the golf industry.

    Previously, Ann held roles at The First Tee of Southeast Wisconsin and Milwaukee County Parks, where they played an integral part in program development and community engagement, fostering growth in youth golf and organizing large-scale golf events.

    Ann is a graduate of Ferris State University and a Class A LPGA teaching professional.  She continues to further their professional development, maintaining certifications and completing courses to stay at the forefront of the golf industry.

  • $75.00 For a half hour lesson w/video

    $150.00 for a one our playing lesson

 

Roger McDuffa

Superintendent, Sandy Hollow Golf Course