108 HOLING OUT Photo: Nagle Design Works The saying “good things come to those who wait” is quite apt for members of Chester Valley Golf Club in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Plans for a short course have been in the works for nearly 30 years, since Forse Design developed a masterplan for the club. A par-three layout was proposed for an area previously occupied by two holes from Chester Valley’s original course routing. Now, the wait is almost over. In 2024, the club approved an updated design by Jim Nagle of Nagle Design Works, comprising six holes of between 50 and 125 yards, with an integrated shortgame area. Landscapes Unlimited completed the two-month construction in December 2024, and the course is now growing in ahead of a summer 2025 opening. “The holes are routed in a counterclockwise fashion, starting at the lowest point and playing uphill before levelling off for holes three through five and ending with the downhill sixth,” says Nagle. “The course has three bunkerless greens. The greens and surrounds have expansive roll-off areas, creating variety and interest for those missing the green while also allowing for ease in recovery to reinforce the creativity and learning of a deft short game. The bunkers provide challenge but also contain errant shots. “The greens are moderately undulating, with slopes allowing for plenty of hole locations while having enough changes in slope to maintain interest for more experienced golfers and not being too flat to complicate putting for inexperienced players.” The short-game area allows golfers to practice shots of up to 75 yards. “The green is designed to receive shots from multiple positions, increasing the ability to be used by more than one person at a time,” says Nagle. “There is ample width for coaches to conduct clinics for multiple people.” Construction is complete on a short course by Jim Nagle at Pennsylvania’s Chester Valley Six appeal
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