Billy Casper Golf assumed management of Castle Oaks Golf Club in Ione, Calif. on January 1st. BCG was chosen to oversee golf course maintenance; marketing; sales; staffing and training; merchandising; food and beverage; golf instruction and financial management for Castle Oaks. Operations will be locally-managed by a professional golf and agronomic team, and supported by both a regional and national team that provide expert guidance and direction in all facets of the business. BCG also manages Lincoln Hills Golf Club located 50 miles north in Lincoln, Calif.
“Castle Oaks offers a premier course in a prime location, just 45 miles from Sacramento,” said Scott Justman, BCG Regional Director of Operations. “We look forward to improving its position as a ‘go-to’ golf destination and enhancing the experience for local golfers.”
Castle Oaks was named “Best Public Golf Course in Northern California” when it opened in 1994. It was designed by architect Brad Benz and is located less than an hour outside of Sacramento. The par-71 layout features five sets of tees to accommodate all skill levels. To complement its championship golf, Castle Oaks also features a driving range with full-size, all-grass teeing area, chipping and putting greens and a practice bunker.