The Evans at Canal Shores is through Golf week in the 2025 ‘Golfweek’s Best’ rankings and came in at number 22 nationally.The recognition celebrates the unique design and recent transformation of the historic Evanston and Wilmette community course, which has reimagined the 105-year-old layout into a welcoming and engaging golf experience for players of all ages and skill levels.
Originally designed by Tom Bendelow and recently redesigned by architect Todd Quitno, The Evans at Canal Shores now features 19 holes spanning 3,362 yards (par 60) – a creative, community-oriented layout that combines tradition with modern playability.
“We are incredibly proud to see The Evans at Canal Shores recognized as one of the best short courses in the country,” said Cade Beckley, General Manager. “This honor reflects the vision behind our renovation: preserving the history of the course while creating an accessible and fun golf experience that connects our community to the game.”
“This recognition of Golf week highlights how far The Evans at Canal Shores has come,” said Matt Rooney, Canal Shores Chairman of the Board. “Our renovation was about more than rebuilding a course – it was about creating a place where golf and community meaningfully intersect. We are proud that this vision is being echoed at a national level.”
The Evans at Canal Shores reopened in 2024 after an extensive renovation led by KemperSports in partnership with the Canal Shores Board, the Western Golf Association/Evans Scholars Foundation, First Tee – Greater Chicago, Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation, the Chicago District Golf Association, Quitno Golf Designs and generous private donors. The project modernized the course infrastructure, improved sustainability and introduced new short game and community areas, all while retaining the charm and character that has defined the property since 1919.
For more information about The Evans at Canal Shores or to book a tee time, visit www.canalshores.org.
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