{"id":42334,"date":"2025-12-11T17:30:34","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T12:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/?p=42334"},"modified":"2026-05-15T12:35:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T07:05:59","slug":"merion-golf-club","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/","title":{"rendered":"Merion Golf Club \u2013 History, Design, Membership Structure, Course Layout &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merion Golf Club is certainly one of the senior and distinguished golf clubs of the USA. The United States Golf Association has had many championships at this historic course, more than any other golf course in the country. Merion Golf Club is well known for its reputation and history this is a club in its Mid-Breast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many historic moments have occurred in golf at Merion Golf Club as well. Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, and others legendary golfers have played memorable rounds on this course. The course has a narrow fairway, which requires players to play very precise shots. The course is also endowed with deep bunkers and difficult holes, even challenging the best players.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Location\" >Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Design\" >Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Membership_Structure\" >Membership Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Course_Layout\" >Course Layout<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Historic_Moments\" >Historic Moments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#East_Course_Experience\" >East Course Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Unique_Features\" >Unique Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Merion_Golf_Club_Legacy\" >Merion Golf Club Legacy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Visiting_Information\" >Visiting Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Merion_Golf_Club\" >Merion Golf Club<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/merion-golf-club\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location\"><\/span><b>Location<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kiawah Island is located near Philadelphia in the town of Ardmore, PA. The club is located in a quiet and beautiful neighborhood which is attractive to those who appreciate peaceful surroundings. This area is peaceful and verdant making it an ideal place to play golf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also several major cities that can be reached easily to the club. How easy it is for visitors to travel from New York, Wilmington and Baltimore is relatively easy. Despite the proximity to these big cities, the golf club is still private and traditional. The game is set in a quiet location, allowing players to enjoy play without the hustle and bustle of large cities.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Location Details<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Information<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Club Name<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merion Golf Club<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Main Location<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ardmore, Pennsylvania<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nearby City<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Philadelphia<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Country<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United States<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Region<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haverford Township<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access by neighboring states is easy for golfers using major highways such as I-476 and I-76. Additionally, Philadelphia International Airport is still the nearest and largest airport for visitors. Merion Golf Club&#8217;s exclusive and prestigious character is complemented by its convenient yet peaceful location, making it accessible should a championship be held there.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design\"><\/span><b>Design<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merion Golf Club&#8217;s design is one of the best in classic golf architecture. The East Course dates from 1912, and was designed by Hugh Wilson, who was aided by William Flynn. Wilson didn&#8217;t mind focusing on the long distance only; he made a game layout for accuracy and clever decision making. So, before each shot players have to think carefully.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Design Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Architect<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hugh Wilson<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opening Year<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1912<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Famous Feature<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White wicker basket pins<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Style<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic golf architecture<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course Character<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compact but challenging<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, Merion Golf Club has plenty of deep bunkers, narrow fairways and small undulating green slopes; which cause players to lose marks right away after they make the wrong shot. Unlike today&#8217;s courses driven primarily for power hitters, Merion is designed to be precise and innovative. The course is integrated into the landscape in a natural manner that does not appear artificial. The importance of this philosophy of design, many golf architects, today, still learn from Merion Golf Club to this day for strategies and inspiration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Membership_Structure\"><\/span><b>Membership Structure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merion Golf Club&#8217;s membership stands as an example to all of the most exclusive private golf clubs in the land. The membership is based on invitation only; that is prospective members must be sponsored by existing members in good standing. This stringent procedure capitalises on the club&#8217;s ambient culture and competitive ethos.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Membership Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full Membership<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete course access<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Associate Membership<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced rates for younger members<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-Resident Membership<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For members living far away<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social Membership<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clubhouse-focused access<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estimated Initiation Fee<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around $70,000+<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, dues are expected to start approximately at $6,000 per year or more, based on members&#8217; tier. Merion Golf Club does not emphasize luxury country club entertainment, it emphasizes golf at its finest and with tradition. The handicap-only rules on the East Course also help to keep this original golfing atmosphere. Hence, serious golfers would aspire to be members as the club is committed to golf purity and championship conditions before all else.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Course_Layout\"><\/span><b>Course Layout<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Merion Golf Club course layout is still one of the few best layouts in golf history. Compact for many modern championship venues, the course is still a very tough one to play. The East Course is particularly tricky with numerous hazards, tricky angles and challenging greens.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Course Layout Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fairways<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Narrow and strategic<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small and undulating<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bunkers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep and rugged<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking Policy<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking-only on East Course<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Championship Difficulty<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extremely high<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, it is one of the top-rated finishes at Merion Golf Club. When it comes to the tournament hydrostatic, Holes 16, 17, 18 are all really significant! The layout encourages intelligent rather than solely brute force, forcing golfers to use more brain than arm in their athletic development. As a result, Merion Golf Club is always included in the world&#8217;s Top 100 top quality championship golf courses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historic_Moments\"><\/span><b>Historic Moments<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47454 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Historic-Moments.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Historic-Moments.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Historic-Moments-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Historic-Moments-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Historic-Moments-768x403.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merion Golf Club has played host to many memorable moments in golf. Bobby Jones, who won the Grand Slam in 1930 at Merion, at the U.S. Amateur. This feat is regarded as one of the best in sports. In addition, Ben Hogan sold his 1-iron approach at the 18th hole, during the 1950 U.S. Open.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Historic Event<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Year<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bobby Jones Grand Slam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1930<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ben Hogan\u2019s Famous 1-Iron<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1950<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. Open Championships<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. Amateur Championships<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upcoming U.S. Amateur<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, many USGA championships have been played throughout Merion Golf Club&#8217;s history. Golfers and fans have regard for the club as one of the most significant spots within golf history in America because of this remarkable legacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"East_Course_Experience\"><\/span><b>East Course Experience<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The East Course at Merion Golf Club offers one of the finest golf experiences in the world. All holes are thoughtfully made to test physical ability and concentration. Merion is unlike some of the newer courses that have massive fairways, and requires precise positioning and wise strategy, all throughout the round.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Players also see the naturalness of the course during their walking time when between holes. The layout is nice and choppy and of a suitable level of difficulty. In addition, the greens continue to be very tricky, as can be a slight rise fall which can punish anyone who plays poorly on the approach shot or weakly on the putt. This course is considered by many golfers to be tough and yet a very memorable one. The East Course is still receiving accolades from the architectural world, history buffs and professionals all over the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique_Features\"><\/span><b>Unique Features<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps one of its most easily recognizable characteristics is the wicker baskets (which are white rather than traditional flags) used in place of the identified pin position. This strange custom started early in the 20th century and continues to be one of the club&#8217;s most recognizable symbols to this day. The baskets produce a special visual identity that\u2019s instantly recognisable to golfers and one that they will associate with Merion as they play there.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Unique Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Importance<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White Wicker Baskets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historic course identity<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rugged Bunkers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic difficulty<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compact Property<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Efficient championship layout<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking Tradition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Classic golf experience<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural Terrain<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Authentic course flow<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, bunkering at Merion Golf Club are rough and menacing looking in relation to what are called modern Polished bunkers. Have the faces at a deep level with appropiate positioning for constant pressure during approach shots. These distinctive specifications make Merion the perfect club to stand out from the rest in the golf club market.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Merion_Golf_Club_Legacy\"><\/span><b>Merion Golf Club Legacy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merion Golf Club continues to make an impact on the game of golf and golf architecture more than 110 years after it was founded. This is why the course is a design to study for many modern architects as much practice has proved that it is a better way to prove the importance of strategy and creativity over distance. With all the new equipment and the newer and more powerful players, Merion continues to put outs in a repeat test of the world&#8217;s finest players over and over again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, the club&#8217;s relationship with the USGA is excellent and the club continues to host high-quality tournaments. The gamblers&#8217; admiration and trust of Merion continues into the next upcoming 2026 U.S. Amateur Championship. Even younger golfers are also learning about the club&#8217;s history through documentaries on television, books in the library and the club&#8217;s championship broadcasts. So, the Merion Golf Club legacy continues to grow with each new generation of golf fans and players.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visiting_Information\"><\/span><b>Visiting Information<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is possibly hard to visit Merion Golf Club as it continues to be very exclusive and private. Membership is normally restricted to its own members and invited guests. But of course golf \u201cfans\u201d still come to the surrounding area at the time of the major championships or simply to enjoy the history that goes back to the club.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people drive on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Interstate 476 (I-476) to take a road trip to Ardmore between New York and New Jersey. Meanwhile, it&#8217;s easy to reach from Baltimore, Wilmington and Philadelphia. In addition, Philly is also easily accessible from Philly airport. For now, however, public play is unavailable though the reputation and history of Merion Golf Club continues to be one of attracting the golfers of the world to join the club.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Merion_Golf_Club\"><\/span><b>Merion Golf Club<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Merion Golf Club is much more than just a golf course. It embodies the history of the event, the genius of its design, its golf tradition and architecture, and its legacy. Merion Golf Club remains relevant to today&#8217;s golfer while upholding traditional ideals and values, and has earned the respect of golfers around the world. The club offers plenty, such as baskets that are famous all over the world, and countless of memorable club moments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Merion Golf Club is not just a collection of holes in the ground, but a design, and an important history in the history of British golf. The East Course in particular, is a jewel of strategic golf design, that&#8217;s built not with force or power, but with great care, to come up with a course that&#8217;s winnable. The club became world-famous, and legendary, then had the illustrious Bobby Jones and Ben Hogan, who kept making it a legendary and world-famous club.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not to mention the one-of-a-kind wicker baskets, challenging bunkers and the golf length of mongoose only golf machines makes golf an authentic game. Merion Golf Club remains a place of inspiration to golfers and architects of the world today, despite being amongst the elite. Today, the club remains in operation, and continues to represent excellence, tradition and the invaluable art of championship golf, 120 years after it was opened.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read About: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/mike-strantz-golf-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"bookmark noopener\">Mike Strantz Golf Courses \u2013 The Maverick Designs Every Golfer Should Experience<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Merion Golf Club is certainly one of the senior and distinguished golf clubs of the USA. 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