Ed Oliver Golf Club
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Course at a glance
Ed Oliver Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Wilmington, Delaware (19807). The course was designed by Wilfred Reid and opened in 1910. From the Black tees, Ed Oliver Golf Club plays to 6,168 yards at par 70. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 4,542 to 6,168 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 120 and a course rating of 69.2, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 52% of rated golf courses in Delaware. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Ed Oliver Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Ed Oliver Golf Club
Ed Oliver Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Wilmington, Delaware (19807). The course was designed by Wilfred Reid and established in 1910. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,168 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 120 and a course rating of 69.2.
Walking is permitted.
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in Delaware for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,542 to 6,168 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
70
Length
6,168
Slope
120
Rating
69.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
129
DE Average
113
US Average
Based on 24 rated courses in Delaware
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 120 | 69.2 | 388 | 369 | 426 | 526 | 210 | 510 | 360 | 388 | 148 | 3325 | 362 | 380 | 290 | 143 | 382 | 352 | 355 | 179 | 400 | 2843 | 6,168 |
White | 118 | 68.2 | 376 | 366 | 426 | 521 | 160 | 498 | 351 | 384 | 143 | 3225 | 350 | 366 | 279 | 135 | 370 | 345 | 349 | 160 | 380 | 2734 | 5,959 |
Red | 131 | 72.1 | 350 | 275 | 420 | 432 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2966 | 347 | 335 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 332 | 144 | 350 | 2606 | 5,572 |
Red | 113 | 66.3 | 350 | 275 | 420 | 432 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2966 | 347 | 335 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 332 | 144 | 350 | 2606 | 5,572 |
Red/Gold HybridWomen's | 123 | 70.2 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2755 | 347 | 212 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2418 | 5,173 |
Red/Gold HybridMen's | 107 | 64.5 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 157 | 485 | 340 | 376 | 131 | 2755 | 347 | 212 | 262 | 125 | 367 | 344 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2418 | 5,173 |
GoldWomen's | 114 | 66.1 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 124 | 390 | 278 | 302 | 131 | 2491 | 276 | 212 | 130 | 125 | 287 | 260 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2051 | 4,542 |
GoldMen's | 101 | 62.2 | 271 | 276 | 351 | 368 | 124 | 390 | 278 | 302 | 131 | 2491 | 276 | 212 | 130 | 125 | 287 | 260 | 292 | 144 | 325 | 2051 | 4,542 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,168 | 120 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,959 | 118 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,572 | 131 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,572 | 113 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Red/Gold Hybrid | 5,173 | 123 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
Red/Gold Hybrid | 5,173 | 107 | 64.5 | 20-30 |
Gold | 4,542 | 114 | 66.1 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,542 | 101 | 62.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at Ed Oliver Golf Club
Ed Oliver Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Ed Oliver Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ed Oliver Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Ed Oliver Golf Club is a public golf course located in Wilmington, DE. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Ed Oliver Golf Club have?
Ed Oliver Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1910. The course was designed by Wilfred Reid.
What is the yardage at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
From the White tees, Ed Oliver Golf Club plays to 5,959 yards (par 70). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,542 to 6,168 yards.
What is the slope rating at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
The Black tees at Ed Oliver Golf Club have a slope rating of 120 and a course rating of 69.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Ed Oliver Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Ed Oliver Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.edolivergolfclub.com/ or call 302-571-9041 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Ed Oliver Golf Club offer?
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Ed Oliver Golf Club located?
Ed Oliver Golf Club is located at 800 N Dupont Rd in Wilmington, DE 19807. You can reach them at 302-571-9041.
What is the difficulty level at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
Ed Oliver Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 52% of golf courses in Delaware. The average slope rating in Delaware is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
Ed Oliver Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,168 yards, slope 120) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Gold tees (4,542 yards, slope 101) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
Beginners at Ed Oliver Golf Club should play the Gold tees, which play 4,542 yards with a slope of 101. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Red/Gold Hybrid tees (slope 123, rating 70.2) at Ed Oliver Golf Club has a course handicap of 15, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Ed Oliver Golf Club?
A typical round at Ed Oliver Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.