About The Honors Course
The Honors Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Ooltewah, Tennessee (37363). The course was designed by Pete Dye and established in 1983. From the Silver tees, the course plays to 7,694 yards with a par of 72. The Silver tees carry a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 78.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 155, The Honors Course is one of the more challenging courses in Tennessee, playing harder than 100% 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 15 tee sets ranging from 5,031 to 7,694 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
72
Length
7,694
Slope
155
Rating
78.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
155
This Course
129
TN Average
113
US Average
Based on 124 rated courses in Tennessee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Silver | 155 | 78.3 | 432 | 570 | 221 | 467 | 513 | 603 | 465 | 228 | 372 | 3871 | 492 | 604 | 380 | 435 | 177 | 501 | 206 | 548 | 480 | 3823 | 7,694 |
Black | 155 | 75.9 | 408 | 537 | 201 | 440 | 459 | 569 | 437 | 185 | 372 | 3608 | 460 | 578 | 359 | 417 | 163 | 461 | 179 | 498 | 442 | 3557 | 7,165 |
Black/Blue | 154 | 75.3 | 408 | 537 | 201 | 430 | 427 | 569 | 415 | 185 | 372 | 3544 | 423 | 578 | 359 | 417 | 163 | 449 | 179 | 498 | 425 | 3491 | 7,035 |
Blue | 154 | 74.3 | 386 | 501 | 185 | 430 | 427 | 550 | 415 | 173 | 355 | 3422 | 423 | 567 | 345 | 400 | 156 | 449 | 163 | 475 | 425 | 3403 | 6,825 |
Blue/Orange | 152 | 73.9 | 386 | 501 | 185 | 409 | 410 | 550 | 395 | 173 | 355 | 3364 | 397 | 567 | 345 | 400 | 156 | 444 | 163 | 475 | 403 | 3350 | 6,714 |
Orange | 149 | 78.9 | 358 | 480 | 170 | 409 | 410 | 525 | 395 | 156 | 342 | 3245 | 397 | 563 | 333 | 360 | 141 | 444 | 155 | 465 | 403 | 3261 | 6,506 |
Orange | 151 | 72.9 | 358 | 480 | 170 | 409 | 410 | 525 | 395 | 156 | 342 | 3245 | 397 | 563 | 333 | 360 | 141 | 444 | 155 | 465 | 403 | 3261 | 6,506 |
Orange/Green | 147 | 71.9 | 358 | 480 | 170 | 365 | 372 | 525 | 380 | 156 | 342 | 3148 | 362 | 563 | 333 | 360 | 141 | 424 | 155 | 465 | 378 | 3181 | 6,329 |
Green | 146 | 76.9 | 353 | 460 | 157 | 365 | 372 | 496 | 380 | 153 | 330 | 3066 | 362 | 552 | 322 | 335 | 137 | 424 | 145 | 442 | 378 | 3097 | 6,163 |
Green | 144 | 71.1 | 353 | 460 | 157 | 365 | 372 | 496 | 380 | 153 | 330 | 3066 | 362 | 552 | 322 | 335 | 137 | 424 | 145 | 442 | 378 | 3097 | 6,163 |
Green/White | 136 | 69.9 | 353 | 460 | 157 | 346 | 352 | 496 | 290 | 153 | 330 | 2937 | 335 | 552 | 322 | 335 | 137 | 315 | 145 | 442 | 352 | 2935 | 5,872 |
White | 139 | 73.8 | 338 | 404 | 147 | 346 | 352 | 480 | 290 | 135 | 278 | 2770 | 335 | 509 | 311 | 308 | 118 | 315 | 134 | 437 | 352 | 2819 | 5,589 |
White | 129 | 68.3 | 338 | 404 | 147 | 346 | 352 | 480 | 290 | 135 | 278 | 2770 | 335 | 509 | 311 | 308 | 118 | 315 | 134 | 437 | 352 | 2819 | 5,589 |
Red | 131 | 70.3 | 283 | 384 | 136 | 315 | 285 | 426 | 265 | 113 | 269 | 2476 | 320 | 455 | 269 | 297 | 106 | 305 | 111 | 382 | 310 | 2555 | 5,031 |
Red | 120 | 65.7 | 283 | 384 | 136 | 315 | 285 | 426 | 265 | 113 | 269 | 2476 | 320 | 455 | 269 | 297 | 106 | 305 | 111 | 382 | 310 | 2555 | 5,031 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Honors Course offers 15 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Silver | 7,694 | 155 | 78.3 | 0-5 |
Black | 7,165 | 155 | 75.9 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 7,035 | 154 | 75.3 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,825 | 154 | 74.3 | 0-5 |
Blue/Orange | 6,714 | 152 | 73.9 | 0-5 |
Orange | 6,506 | 149 | 78.9 | 5-15 |
Orange | 6,506 | 151 | 72.9 | 5-15 |
Orange/Green | 6,329 | 147 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,163 | 146 | 76.9 | 12-22 |
Green | 6,163 | 144 | 71.1 | 12-22 |
Green/White | 5,872 | 136 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
White | 5,589 | 139 | 73.8 | 20-30 |
White | 5,589 | 129 | 68.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,031 | 131 | 70.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,031 | 120 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Honors Course
The Honors Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Honors Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Honors Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Honors Course is a public golf course located in Ooltewah, TN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Honors Course have?expand_more
The Honors Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1983. The course was designed by Pete Dye.
What is the yardage at The Honors Course?expand_more
From the Green/White tees, The Honors Course plays to 5,872 yards (par 72). The course offers 15 tee sets ranging from 5,031 to 7,694 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Honors Course?expand_more
The Silver tees at The Honors Course have a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 78.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Honors Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Honors Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Honors Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Honors Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.honorscourse.net/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Honors Course offer?expand_more
The Honors Course offers a pro shop.
Where is The Honors Course located?expand_more
The Honors Course is located at 9603 Lee Highway in Ooltewah, TN 37363. You can reach them at +1-423-238-4272.
What is the difficulty level at The Honors Course?expand_more
The Honors Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 155. It plays harder than 100% of golf courses in Tennessee. The average slope rating in Tennessee is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Honors Course?expand_more
The Honors Course offers 15 tee sets. Silver tees (7,694 yards, slope 155) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,031 yards, slope 120) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Honors Course?expand_more
Beginners at The Honors Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,031 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Honors Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Orange/Green tees (slope 147, rating 71.9) at The Honors Course would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 91. 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 The Honors Course?expand_more
A typical round at The Honors Course 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.