Concert Golf Partners acquires Battleground CC

Battleground Country Club, a 220-acre private club in Manalapan, New Jersey, between New York City and Trenton, joined the Concert Golf Partners family as its 40th property.

Situated near the site of the Revolutionary War’s 1778 Battle of Monmouth, Battleground Country Club offers its members a rare blend of historical significance and modern private club amenities. George Washington is said to have surveyed his troops from a hill near the club’s current location, rallying the Continental Army during the historic engagement.

Battleground’s owners, the Maschler Family and Michael McCarty, selected Concert Golf Partners to carry forward the club’s legacy. With substantial financial resources and a long-term ownership philosophy, Concert is positioned to invest in clubs while preserving their distinct culture and traditions.

“Concert Golf is deeply committed to upholding the high standards and traditions that define our clubs, and Battleground’s remarkable history and engaged membership make it a natural fit within our portfolio,” Concert SVP Jordan Peace said. “We seek out exceptional private clubs where thoughtful investment and a member-first approach can further elevate the overall club experience.”

“We are tremendously proud of what we have built at Battleground Country Club since we took ownership in 2009,” co-owner Erik Maschler said. “We are confident that Concert Golf Partners is the right steward to continue investing in the club as they offer our members a standard of service that enriches and enhances Battleground’s storied tradition. We will forever be grateful for the many memories and relationships we have made at the club.”

Designed by Hal Purdy in 1961, and re-routed and renovated in the early 2000s by the Northeast Collaborative led by Robert McNeill, Battleground’s par-71 golf course stretches nearly 7,000 yards and carries a rating of 73.7, with a slope of 133. CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz worked at Battleground in the 1970s for then-head pro Tony Bruno.

Concert Golf Partners is based near Orlando and is a boutique owner and operator dedicated solely to private clubs. By investing its own capital and partnering closely with on-site management teams, Concert strengthens club operations, enhances amenities and delivers an elevated member experience — while preserving the identity and traditions that make each club unique.

The company has 40 properties, including The Club at New Seabury on Cape Cod and TPC Monterey at Pasadera in Monterey, California; TPC Jasna Polana in Princeton, New Jersey; Penn Oaks Golf Club and White Manor Country Club near Philadelphia; The Muttontown Club near New York City; and Blue Hill Country Club near Boston.

“Washington Rallying the Troops at Monmouth” / Courtesy of Monmouth County Historical Association, Freehold, New Jersey: Gift of the Descendants of David Leavitt, 1937