Course at Sewanee picks KemperSports for management

KemperSports launched a new partnership with the University of the South to oversee operations of the university’s acclaimed mountain-top golf facility, the Course at Sewanee, as well as its on-site restaurant, Green’s View Grill.

Alongside the management transition, a comprehensive bunker renovation project is underway, reinforcing a shared passion to enhancing course conditions and the overall player experience.

On the campus of the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee —recently ranked No. 1 among the most beautiful campuses in the country by The Princeton Review — the Gil Hanse-designed Course at Sewanee sits atop the scenic Cumberland Plateau. Known for its walkable layout, natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere, the course has earned numerous accolades, including being a part of Golf Magazine’s “50 Best Nine-Hole Courses in the World.”

Home of the Sewanee Tigers golf programs, the course now joins the experience-driven KemperSports portfolio. With the company’s operational expertise, agronomic leadership and success with daily-fee facilities nationwide behind it, the course is poised to deliver an elevated standard on and off the course for guests.

“We are excited to welcome KemperSports to Sewanee,” university president Rob Pearigen said. “Their experience in course operations, food and beverage services, and long-term facility planning aligns with our vision for the Course at Sewanee. This partnership, combined with upcoming capital improvements, positions us well for continued success.”

A key component of the partnership is a planned bunker renovation now underway. The renovation will focus on improving drainage, sand consistency and overall playability, while enhancing aesthetics and long-term sustainability. The project is designed to preserve the course’s strategic character while delivering improved conditions for golfers of all skill levels.

“The Course at Sewanee is a very special golf course,” KemperSports CEO Steve Skinner said. “Gil Hanse was able to create a beautiful, challenging and fun layout. We are excited to improve the golf experience for students, alumni, and guests while building upon its national reputation to draw players from throughout the country.”