Links at Spring Church
About Links at Spring Church
Links at Spring Church is a 18-hole golf course located in Apollo, Pennsylvania (15613). The course was designed by Dominic Palombo and established in 2000. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,512 yards with a par of 70. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 79.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Links at Spring Church is one of the more challenging courses in Pennsylvania, playing harder than 89% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,920 to 6,512 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.
Golf in Pennsylvania typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
70
Length
6,512
Slope
142
Rating
79.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
132
PA Average
113
US Average
Based on 348 rated courses in Pennsylvania
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 142 | 79.8 | 344 | 518 | 358 | 166 | 410 | 196 | 415 | 403 | 440 | 3250 | 313 | 357 | 186 | 397 | 391 | 441 | 430 | 216 | 531 | 3262 | 6,512 |
Blue | 136 | 73.6 | 344 | 518 | 358 | 166 | 410 | 196 | 415 | 403 | 440 | 3250 | 313 | 357 | 186 | 397 | 391 | 441 | 430 | 216 | 531 | 3262 | 6,512 |
White | 137 | 77.6 | 324 | 495 | 338 | 159 | 370 | 170 | 395 | 381 | 560 | 3192 | 300 | 340 | 165 | 358 | 375 | 520 | 410 | 190 | 503 | 3161 | 6,353 |
White | 133 | 71.7 | 324 | 495 | 338 | 159 | 370 | 170 | 395 | 381 | 560 | 3192 | 300 | 340 | 165 | 358 | 375 | 520 | 410 | 190 | 503 | 3161 | 6,353 |
Gold | 131 | 75.0 | 304 | 474 | 315 | 129 | 341 | 144 | 375 | 363 | 520 | 2965 | 282 | 288 | 148 | 340 | 357 | 500 | 310 | 175 | 498 | 2898 | 5,863 |
Gold | 128 | 69.1 | 304 | 474 | 315 | 129 | 341 | 144 | 375 | 363 | 520 | 2965 | 282 | 288 | 148 | 340 | 357 | 500 | 310 | 175 | 498 | 2898 | 5,863 |
Green | 125 | 70.1 | 229 | 404 | 250 | 115 | 325 | 125 | 350 | 285 | 440 | 2523 | 241 | 280 | 110 | 325 | 275 | 441 | 310 | 145 | 460 | 2587 | 5,110 |
Green | 123 | 65.5 | 229 | 404 | 250 | 115 | 325 | 125 | 350 | 285 | 440 | 2523 | 241 | 280 | 110 | 325 | 275 | 441 | 310 | 145 | 460 | 2587 | 5,110 |
Red | 119 | 64.7 | 219 | 394 | 236 | 105 | 314 | 115 | 338 | 265 | 440 | 2426 | 231 | 270 | 101 | 316 | 255 | 441 | 330 | 136 | 444 | 2524 | 4,950 |
Red | 122 | 69.1 | 219 | 394 | 236 | 105 | 314 | 115 | 338 | 265 | 440 | 2426 | 231 | 270 | 101 | 316 | 255 | 441 | 300 | 136 | 444 | 2494 | 4,920 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Links at Spring Church offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,512 | 142 | 79.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,512 | 136 | 73.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,353 | 137 | 77.6 | 5-15 |
White | 6,353 | 133 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Gold | 5,863 | 131 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,863 | 128 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,110 | 125 | 70.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,110 | 123 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,950 | 119 | 64.7 | 25+ |
Red | 4,920 | 122 | 69.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Links at Spring Church
Links at Spring Church features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Links at Spring Church. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Links at Spring Church a public or private golf course?expand_more
Links at Spring Church is a public golf course located in Apollo, PA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Links at Spring Church have?expand_more
Links at Spring Church is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2000. The course was designed by Dominic Palombo.
What is the yardage at Links at Spring Church?expand_more
From the White tees, Links at Spring Church plays to 6,353 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,920 to 6,512 yards.
What is the slope rating at Links at Spring Church?expand_more
The Blue tees at Links at Spring Church have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 79.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Links at Spring Church?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Links at Spring Church. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Links at Spring Church?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Links at Spring Church. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Links at Spring Church offer?expand_more
Links at Spring Church offers a pro shop.
Where is Links at Spring Church located?expand_more
Links at Spring Church is located at 3257 Balsinger Rd in Apollo, PA 15613. You can reach them at 724-478-5478.
What is the difficulty level at Links at Spring Church?expand_more
Links at Spring Church is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 89% of golf courses in Pennsylvania. The average slope rating in Pennsylvania is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Links at Spring Church?expand_more
Links at Spring Church offers 10 tee sets. Blue tees (6,512 yards, slope 142) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,920 yards, slope 122) 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 Links at Spring Church?expand_more
Beginners at Links at Spring Church should play the Red tees, which play 4,920 yards with a slope of 122. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Links at Spring Church?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 128, rating 69.1) at Links at Spring Church would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Links at Spring Church?expand_more
A typical round at Links at Spring Church 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.