2026 GOLF SERVICES ■ OVERVIEW AND ANALYSIS The Naperville Park District operates two, 18-hole municipal golf facilities: Springbrook and Naperbrook. While similar, each facility offers a different golfing experience for players of all ages and abilities. The main goal of the Golf Department is to provide challenging yet accessible and enjoyable golf for the residents of Naperville as well as for our non-resident guests at competitive rates. The golf industry has experienced a surge in demand and participation over the past six years, and there has been limited indication that demand is going to soften in the near future. During the pandemic, golf was discovered by large numbers of new golfers, and many former frequent players found the time to return to the sport with changes to work schedules or early retirements. These new and former players, which include increases in different demographics that didn’t previously have a significant presence in golf, fueled a large increase in demand for rounds, driving range use, and lessons programs. Budgeted revenues for the two courses have increased by 57% compared to 2019 revenues; this has required increases in labor, supplies and services to accommodate the increased participation at our courses. Despite the significant increases in demand experienced in the last six golf seasons, Naperville Park District golf staff continue to strive for effective operations, working to remain nimble and able to adjust to weather impacts or changes in the market, while making sure to provide adequate opportunity for golfers to enjoy the facilities and continue to grow the game.
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