Oak Valley Golf Course and Resort

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Union Hills Golf Course in Pevely, MO was purchased from the Teamsters in 2016 and the new owners, Tauqeer Haider and Younus Shah, appear to be committed to dramatically improving the course and resort grounds. Their first step in rebranding was changing the name to Oak Valley Golf Course and Resort. The mature course is definitely in transition but the new blood is already showing signs of a revitalized golfing experience. The medium-size greens do not have a lot of complexity but have been nursed back to health. Even the new carts are on the higher end with very comfortable seats. Most fairways, some very narrow, are flanked by trees with sand and water hazards strategically placed throughout the course . . . putting a premium on well-placed drives. It looks like all bunkers are in the process of converting to white sand, if the new traps on the 18th hole are any indication. For those hearty souls who prefer walking, you should probably get your steps in on the treadmill because this would be a very difficult walk; the first tee is about .5 miles from the clubhouse, the 10th tee is a comparable distance and the course is very hilly. Although we only rated OVGC a 3 (out of 5 golf balls), we fully anticipate this course to improve to at least a 3.5 rating in the next year or two. Also, Oak Valley Golf Course and Resort completely renovated the club house, putting in a state-of-the-art wedding/meeting facility, with a beautiful view overlooking the Mississippi River.